Following the appearance of the White Dragon Jade Dowel, the entire auction house descended into an uproar. Heated gazes were tightly glued to the White Dragon Jade Dowel. Although Bi Sheng hadn't been too clear, it was clear that if the Spirit Treasury that had appeared in the White Dragon Hillock was truly a Sovereign Spirit Treasury, then this White Dragon Jade Dowel might be the key item within.
Wouldn't obtaining this White Dragon Jade Dowel increase their chances of obtaining the Sovereign Spirit Treasury?
Many people's eyes were boiling with greed. If they could obtain the Sovereign Spirit Treasury, then their cultivation would definitely soar to the heavens in a single step. If they could obtain the White Dragon Sovereign's inheritance, then they'd only need a short amount of time to soar into the skies of the Northern Heavens Continent!
"Haha, this White Dragon Jade Dowel is definitely related to the White Dragon Sovereign. But as for its true use, we're not too sure. We can only let the winner research it." Bi Sheng grinned from ear to ear.
"Now, let's start the auction. The starting price is 3,000,000 Spirit Coins."
With a wave of Bi Sheng's hand, the White Dragon Jade Dowel in his hand was slightly raised. Rays of light swept out, seemingly enveloping the entire auction house. The faintly discernible pressure caused the air within the auction house to show signs of solidifying.
"3,500,000."
The white-clothed Bai Dong was the first to make his bid. It was clear that White Dragon City was determined to obtain this item.
"4,000,000."
But this time, it was clear that White Dragon City wouldn't be able to obtain it so easily. Just as Bai Dong's voice faded, the Heavenly Dipper Sword Faction's middle-aged man, whose eyes were as cold as the edge of a blade, followed suit.
Bai Dong immediately shot a vicious glare at him.
But the middle-aged man didn't pay any attention to his glare. His eyes were fixed on the White Dragon Jade Dowel.
White Dragon City might be powerful, but the Heavenly Dipper Sword Faction wasn't afraid of them.
"4,500,000." Just as Bai Dong's eyes were filled with malice, the yellow-robed elder from the Earthen Way Sect cracked his mouth.
He revealed a mouthful of yellow teeth and grinned.
Everyone in the auction house sighed in disappointment when they saw the lineup of the three major forces. They understood that they didn't have the strength to compete with the three major forces.
Su Ling 'er's curiosity seemed to have been piqued by the White Dragon Jade Dowel as well. Just as she was about to bid, she was stopped by Mu Chen.
"What?
If we can get our hands on that White Dragon Jade Dowel.
Who knows, we might even be able to obtain the Sovereign Spirit Treasury. "Su Ling 'er pouted.
Said.
"That thing is a hot potato now. I can't take it." Mu Chen shook his head.
Currently, countless people were eyeing the White Dragon Jade Pillar.
If they managed to get their hands on it in public, the moment they stepped out of the auction house, they would probably lose their lives.
At that time, don't even talk about searching for treasures, as soon as they left the city, trouble would endlessly surge towards them. And with their lineup of five people, it was obviously impossible to deal with them. Even if Su Xuan possessed the strength of a Heavenly Transformation Stage, it was still impossible for her to intimidate everyone.
"Yes, Mu Chen is right."
Su Xuan nodded lightly and glared at the pouting Su Ling 'er. "Don't mess around. Otherwise, I won't bring you on missions next time."
Su Ling 'er shrunk her head after being threatened by Su Xuan.
"What do you think now?"
Su Xuan looked at Mu Chen and asked with a faint smile. She could tell that although Mu Chen was about the same age as Su Ling 'er, he was extremely experienced. He wasn't the slightest bit inferior to seniors like them, who often went out to train.
"Let's wait and see. If the White Dragon Jade Dowel really has something to do with the Spirit Treasury, then there will definitely be an intense fight. We're alone, so we can only look for opportunities in the dark. If we become the target of public criticism, I'm afraid we'll have no choice but to immediately give up on the mission. Otherwise, our losses will be disastrous." Mu Chen muttered.
Beside him, Guo Xiong nodded. Li Qing took another look at Mu Chen. She didn't think that this new student would actually have some skill.
Su Xuan nodded and looked at the three major forces that had started fighting over the White Dragon Jade Dowel. She faintly smiled and said, "Then, let's watch a good show first."
Mu Chen also smiled and looked ahead. In just a few short minutes, the White Dragon Jade Dowel's price had already been raised to 6,000,000 Spirit Coins by the White Dragon City's Young City Lord. This wasn't a low price. If this was the Northern Spiritual Realm, the Mu Territory wouldn't be able to take out such a large sum of money.
"7,000,000."
When the price reached 6,000,000, the Heavenly Dipper Sword Faction's middle-aged man's eyes turned a bit gloomy. His eyes faintly flickered, and he immediately raised the price by 1,000,000.
Within the auction, some people secretly clicked their tongues. It seemed that the Heavenly Dipper Sword Faction had come prepared.
When the price of 7,000,000 came out, even White Dragon City and the Earthen Way Sect went silent. Soon after, the White Dragon City's Young City Lord exchanged glances with the grey-robed elder beside him. The Young City Lord sneered, "Elder Chen Kun, you're quite bold."
The middle-aged man called Chen Kun faintly smiled and said, "I wouldn't dare to compete with the rich and overbearing White Dragon City."
"My White Dragon City is determined to obtain this White Dragon Jade Dowel. If you want to compete, then my White Dragon City will accompany you to the end." Bai Dong sneered and waved his hand. "8,000,000."
The Heavenly Dipper Sword Faction's Chen Kun frowned when he heard this price.
"Haha, since White Dragon City is so confident, then my Earthen Way Sect will give it a try."
The yellow-robed elder chuckled and said, "9,000,000. If your White Dragon City can surpass this price, then we won't take this White Dragon Jade Dowel."
"9,000,000!"
The entire auction house burst into gasps of admiration. As expected of the three most tyrannical powers within a thousand mile radius of the White Dragon Hillock. Only they could call out such a price.
They still remembered that a year ago, a Quasi Deity Tier Deity Tier Divine Art had only been sold for a little over 10,000,000. But now, this White Dragon Jade Dowel, whose function was still unknown, was going to reach a price of 10,000,000.
"Damned old monster Huang Tu."
Bai Dong glared at the yellow-robed elder, gnashing his teeth. Although their White Dragon City had some resources, a price of 10,000,000 wasn't low for them. But for the sake of this White Dragon Jade Dowel, they had to keep up. His father had issued a death order: no matter the price, they had to get their hands on this White Dragon Jade Dowel.
"10,000,000!"
Bai Dong stood up and shouted. Everyone in the auction house sucked in a breath of cold air. Did White Dragon City really need to be so desperate?
Spending 10,000,000 spirit coins on something they didn't even know the function of?
10,000,000 spirit coins was more than half a year of White Dragon City's income, right?
"They're really willing to part with it." Guo Xiong smacked his lips. He was a little surprised that White Dragon City was willing to pay such a price.
Mu Chen also nodded. 10,000,000 spirit coins. Even the Mu Territory's annual income couldn't reach that figure.
In the auction house, even the Heavenly Dipper Sword Faction and the Earthen Way Sect were silenced by Bai Dong's sky-high price of 10,000,000. This price had clearly reached their limit. More importantly, they could feel White Dragon City's determination. They understood that even if they went all out, it wouldn't change anything.
On the auction stage, Bi Sheng was beaming as he watched the scene unfold. He waited for a moment, and when he saw that no one else wanted to raise the price, he raised the auction gavel, called out three times, and slammed it down.
When the gavel fell, everyone knew that the White Dragon Jade Dowel had finally fallen into White Dragon City's hands.
"Haha, the Young City Lord is really bold. I hope the Spirit Treasury this time really is a Sovereign Spirit Treasury. Otherwise, you're in for a big loss."
The Heavenly Dipper Sword Faction's Chen Kun stood up and smiled at Bai Dong and Guo Xiong. Then, he led his people away.
"Haha, it looks like White Dragon City is really going all out this time. I hope my Earthen Way Sect will be able to get a share of the soup. Farewell."
The yellow-robed elder from the Earthen Way Sect also beamed at Bai Dong, then waved his hand and left with his people.
Bai Dong glared at their departing figures and gnashed his teeth. "Show off all you want. I'll make you cry one day."
"Let's go."
Su Xuan stood up gracefully. She called out to Mu Chen and the others, then left the stage. Behind her, Bai Dong stared at her graceful and exquisite figure. He felt a fire burning in his heart. He wondered if such a gentle and calm girl would turn pale when he was pressed down on her.
Just as his greedy gaze was focused on Su Xuan's delicate figure, he suddenly felt a gaze as sharp as a blade. He turned his head slightly and saw Mu Chen standing behind Su Xuan. The latter's black eyes were staring at him with indifference. The coldness in those eyes was enough to send shivers down one's spine.
Bai Dong's expression became a little unnatural under Mu Chen's stare. His eyes immediately turned cold, and his lips curled into a cruel smile. He extended his hand and lightly drew a line across Mu Chen's neck.
Mu Chen's eyes remained indifferent as he watched Bai Dong's actions. He turned his head around, completely ignoring Bai Dong.
When Bai Dong saw that Mu Chen had completely ignored his threat, his face turned a little green. He turned to the grey-robed elder beside him and said, "Elder Qiu, investigate the background of this group. I'd like to see just what kind of trash they are. They actually dared to oppose me in White Dragon City."
The grey-robed elder nodded. These strangers didn't seem like adventurers. Furthermore, they were so strong. It was necessary to investigate their origins.
Bai Dong flicked his sleeves and left the auction house in a different direction. His expression was incomparably gloomy. He wanted these guys to know that provoking him, Bai Dong, in White Dragon City was a foolish thing to do.
(I've already reached 400 votes. There will be a third update. I'll go write it now, but it should be after 12 PM.)