Chapter 621: Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella (Seeking Monthly Tickets)
Chapter 621: Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella (Seeking Monthly Tickets)
“Next, we have a temporarily added auction item. . . ”
Mo Yinjiao commanded a puppet to display a copper ring.
The copper ring was ancient in design, with faint archaic seal script inscribed upon its surface.
As he infused a wisp of magic power, dense, dark green ghost clouds billowed from the copper ring, and within these clouds, skeletal heads floated, their upper and lower jaws clacking together with crisp sounds.
“The ‘Myriad Skull Ring’. . . starting bid is fifty superior-grade spirit stones. ”
Mo Yinjiao stated with a solemn expression.
“Such a demonic treasure? It’s rumored that to forge this treasure, one must collect the skulls of a hundred thousand accomplished cultivators and gather the essence blood of ten million mortals. . . Aside from that, the required materials are generally common, at least cheaper than ordinary Numinous Treasures, yet it can ultimately be refined into a fifth-tier treasure! ”
“There have been no reports of large-scale mortal or cultivator casualties in the nearby regions, so this must be a treasure temporarily put up for auction by an external demonic cultivator. . . ”
If such a depraved demonic treasure were discovered by righteous cultivators, they would likely be unable to resist slaying the demons and eradicating evil.
No wonder it wasn’t on the previous auction list and had to be added temporarily.
However, after a brief silence, cultivators began to bid one after another.
After all, this ‘Myriad Skull Ring’ was indeed quite powerful, and cheap!
After the ‘Myriad Skull Ring,’ there were surprisingly more temporarily added items.
For such items, the auction house took a higher commission, and they were generally things that couldn’t see the light of day.
But Fang Xi had clearly underestimated the wealth of the cultivators present.
He secretly speculated that, likely for the competition over the final item, the ‘Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella,’ many cultivators were reluctantly parting with their cherished possessions to frantically increase their financial reserves.
After all, if they valued items for exchange later, the auction house would only appraise them at the lowest price; it was better to auction them off beforehand to obtain more superior-grade spirit stones.
Mo Yinjiao watched this scene, a faint smile playing on the corner of his lips.
“The final auction item of this event — the Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella! ”
Moments later, Mo Yinjiao, with a solemn expression, opened a sealed jade box and took out a Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella, its canopy a pure azure, of uniform Hunyuan color.
At this instant, Fang Xi suddenly felt the atmosphere in the auction hall become incredibly tense.
In the shadows, countless Ink Gate cultivators had gathered, their divine senses vigilantly monitoring everything in the hall.
The Ink Gate Organ City was poised, and grand arrays were constantly in a semi-activated state.
‘The Ink Gate Organ City. . . this city is a magic treasure akin to a Primordial Spirit Magical Artifact, imbued with the painstaking efforts of countless Ink Gate predecessors. . . In the hands of this Ink Gate Master, it’s likely capable of rivaling a Return to Void cultivator. . . ’
‘Thus, even a Return to Void cultivator like Zi Feng Lingjun must abide by the rules. . . This also has to do with the mutual restraint among the many cultivators present. . . ’
Fang Xi mused to himself, watching Mo Yinjiao display the ‘Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella. ’ He saw the umbrella draw upon the power of the Five Elements, its five-colored lights flickering in succession, then transforming into a hazy azure spiritual light. A terrifying spiritual pressure spread forth, making the Soul Transformation cultivators tremble with fear.
Azure spirit runes flickered continuously across the umbrella’s surface, yet in one spot, there was a fist-sized gap, its edges charred black, seemingly damaged by lightning and fire.
“Though this Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella is damaged, its defensive capabilities are still exceptionally terrifying. It excels at resisting Five-Element spells. . . and even possesses the ability to neutralize lightning! ”
A flash of light appeared in Mo Yinjiao’s hand, revealing a thunder pearl.
The pearl was pure azure, with a faint black cloud flickering within, and a hint of heavenly might spreading from it.
“Soul Transformation Thunder Pearl? ! ”
Fang Xi’s pupils abruptly contracted at the sight.
The power of this thunder pearl far surpassed that of demonic yin lightning and its ilk; it even contained heavenly might, making it most lethal to a cultivator’s Nascent Soul!
“This thunder pearl was refined by a powerful cultivator who collected lightning from a heavenly tribulation and added several rare materials through a fortuitous chance. . . ”
Mo Yinjiao gazed at the thunder pearl in his hand, a fleeting look of pain crossing his face: “My sect also spent heavily to acquire just a few of these. . . ”
He made a quick hand seal, and an extraordinarily thick light curtain ascended, enveloping the auction stage.
Immediately, Mo Yinjiao unfurled the ‘Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella’ and pointed a finger at the thunder pearl in mid-air.
Boom!
A golden-azure bolt of lightning manifested, carrying the might of the Nine Heavens, and heavily struck the surface of the ‘Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella! ’
A scene that left all cultivators dumbfounded unfolded before them.
On the azure canopy, a layer of azure light shimmered, like a black hole, continuously devouring the lightning that resembled a heavenly tribulation.
Moments later, arcs of electricity bounced and whistled across the umbrella’s surface. . . eventually vanishing without a trace.
Beneath the Heavenly Luo Umbrella, Mo Yinjiao was not only completely unharmed but also appeared to have used very little of his magic power.
“It truly is a lightning-neutralizing treasure! ”
Zi Feng Lingjun sighed with emotion: “Let the bidding begin. . . ” R.ANObЕs
A peculiar look flashed across Mo Yinjiao’s face as he announced: “According to the seller’s request, this ‘Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella’ will not be sold for superior-grade spirit stones; only bartering is accepted! ”
“The jade slip catalog of required materials has now been delivered to everyone by our puppets. ”
Inside the private booth, Fang Xi watched a stone puppet enter, carrying a tray, and picked up the jade slip from it.
With just a glance, he couldn’t help but gasp:
“Soul Transformation Spiritual Ointment. . . It’s rumored that after a perfected Nascent Soul cultivator refines it, it can increase the probability of drawing in and absorbing the spiritual energy of heaven and earth, making it the best auxiliary spirit medicine for breaking through the Soul Transformation bottleneck, similar to the ‘Congealing Nascent Pill’ used when breaking through to Nascent Soul. . . If one has three portions of this item, they can directly exchange it for the Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella. . . ”
“The ‘Enlightenment Nirvana Pill’. . . can assist a mid-stage Soul Transformation cultivator in breaking through to the late stage; just one pill can be exchanged for this treasure. . . ”
“Pills suitable for increasing the magic power of Soul Transformation cultivators. . . the demand is simply terrifying. . . ”“And various ten-thousand-year-old spirit herbs; if the quantity is sufficient, they can also be exchanged. . . ”
This gave Fang Xi the impression that the power behind the ‘Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella’ did not lack superior-grade spirit stones but was short on various pills and spirit herbs. . .
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“They don’t want superior-grade spirit stones? ! ”
Several cultivators who had previously auctioned off their treasures in the hall were filled with regret, but they could only blame themselves for being greedy for small advantages.
And the superior-grade spirit stones they had already obtained from the auction were considerable enough to barely soothe their hearts.
“I happen to have a portion of Soul Transformation Spiritual Ointment on me. Might there be some flexibility? ”
Zi Feng Lingjun was the first to speak.
Mo Yinjiao gave a wry smile: “The seller has already stated beforehand that there can indeed be flexibility, but at a discounted price. . . If Senior offers this portion of Soul Transformation Spiritual Ointment, then the required quantity of ten-thousand-year-old spirit herbs or similar items can be reduced by one-third. . . My Ink Gate also possesses a portion of ‘Soul Transformation Spiritual Ointment’ and is willing to trade it to Senior at an equal price. ”
“The ‘Enlightenment Nirvana Pill’ is an extremely rare boundary-breaking pill, of extraordinary value. . . After all, a late-stage Soul Transformation cultivator can practically crush an early-stage Soul Transformation one. . . ”
Another cool, clear voice spoke up.
“If the ‘Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella’ were intact, its value would likely surpass a genuine ‘Two Forms Void Breaking Pill’! Now, they only ask for an ‘Enlightenment Nirvana Pill,’ which is already a significant lowering of the standard. ”
Mo Yinjiao’s voice held a trace of solemnity: “The seller’s demand is precisely this; it’s useless for this Senior to be demanding. . . ”
At this point, Fang Xi also understood that the seller behind the scenes was likely a Soul Transformation cultivator, with a cultivation level around the mid-stage.
Moreover, they likely belonged to a sect or family that needed Soul Transformation spiritual items to assist with breakthroughs.
If none of those were available, large quantities of pills that increase Soul Transformation magic power and ten-thousand-year-old spirit herbs would also be acceptable.
‘Large quantities of pills that increase a Soul Transformation cultivator’s magic power? ’
Fang Xi’s fingers tapped rhythmically on the jade slip, his expression a little peculiar.
If he wasn’t mistaken, with the current pill refining output of the Kyushu World, after eighty years of accumulation, apart from what he had used and offered to the Dragon Taming Sect, his inventory seemed just barely enough to meet the requirements. . .
“Looking at it this way, it seems I could also get involved? Should I make a bid? After all, it’s a rare lightning-neutralizing treasure, and a sixth-tier one at that, even if it’s somewhat incomplete. . . ”
Fang Xi admitted that he was quite tempted at this moment.
Immediately, he forcefully suppressed this thought: ‘No. . . those Return to Void cultivators are all immensely wealthy. With a little preparation, they’ll surely meet the requirements, and then it’ll just be various bidding wars and auctions. . . I wouldn’t be able to compete at all. ’
‘Making a hasty bid would serve little purpose beyond exposing my wealth and attracting covetous eyes. . . ’
‘What’s more, mass-producing True Blood Pills? Am I crazy. . . Haven’t I seen the Black Water Sect’s fate as a cautionary tale? ’
At this thought, all ideas vanished from his mind. He simply sat quietly, observing the many Return to Void cultivators showing off.
“I wonder if the seller would accept ‘True Blood Pills’? ”
An aged voice suddenly rang out.
“The ‘True Blood Pill’? ” Mo Yinjiao pondered for a moment, then immediately replied: “This pill can increase Soul Transformation magic power, so it naturally meets the requirements, but as for the quantity. . . ”
“Heh heh, will my ‘Dragon Taming Sect’ ever lack ‘True Blood Pills’? ”
The person let out a proud laugh: “My sect can fully satisfy the quantity listed in this jade slip. . . ”
The moment these words left his mouth, Fang Xi knew this person was a high-ranking individual from the Dragon Taming Sect, even higher than Qin Longzi.
It might even be the Dragon Taming Sect Master!
But for some reason, at this moment, his face darkened.
Although he had always been ‘pulling wool from the Dragon Taming Sect’s sheep,’ conversely, the Dragon Taming Sect had also been exploiting his surplus labor, hadn’t they?
‘So many True Blood Pills. . . if the Dragon Taming Sect succeeds in this, then this ‘Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella’ will be something I effectively bought for them. . . ’
Fang Xi immediately made another note about the Dragon Taming Sect in his small notebook.
Since it was something he had helped acquire, he could naturally take it back someday!
“I’ll offer a defective ‘Enlightenment Nirvana Pill’! ”
The cool, clear voice from before spoke, tinged with a hint of exasperation.
Zi Feng Lingjun also sighed: “I will offer one portion of Soul Transformation Spiritual Ointment, plus ten-thousand-year-old spirit herbs. . . ”
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The atmosphere of the auction instantly reached a fever pitch.
Three cultivators continuously bid, throwing out one pill and spirit herb after another, items that would make even Soul Transformation cultivators envious. . .
Fang Xi, however, rose and left the auction hall.
This auction was getting a bit too heated now; he was afraid that if a fight broke out later, it wouldn’t be good for blood to splatter on his boots.
A wise man does not stand beneath a crumbling wall. He had already reaped the benefits from this auction; that ‘Hunyuan Heavenly Luo Umbrella’ was never something he should have coveted in the first place. . .
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