NOVPUBAtop the auction stage, Xue Chong looked at the cultivators below, his expression showing peak excitement.
At this moment, many cultivators’ eyes shone brightly, all of them fixated on every move Xue Chong made, as if afraid to miss anything.
Seeing this scene, Xue Chong was very satisfied. As an experienced professional auctioneer, to have a firm grasp over the atmosphere of the entire venue was a confirmation of his profession.
Observing the eager expressions of the audience, he dared not delay too much, lest he offend some quick-tempered cultivator and bring unnecessary trouble upon himself.
He chuckled and then loudly announced, "Now we will proceed to the final ten key treasures of the auction, everyone, please pay attention!"
As soon as these words fell, a pretty female cultivator emerged from a corner, holding a tray with a jade bottle on it, which appeared to be an elixir.
The cultivators in the audience stared intently at the jade bottle, silently guessing what treasure it could be. 𝘯𝑜𝘷𝘱𝘶𝑏.𝘤𝘰𝑚
"The first key treasure, one Hun Tian Pill, I trust everyone here is familiar with it!" Xue Chong began his introduction.
"He he... Friend Xue, no need for mysterious airs, state the starting price quickly so that I can secure this item as soon as possible," a cultivator at the Foundation Establishment Sixth Level interrupted Xue Chong’s words, attracting the attention of many cultivators.
At that moment, some cultivators at the Foundation Establishment Initial Stage exhibited an expression of both envy and fear. Those who didn’t know the name of this person also began whispering, inquiring about his background from the cultivators nearby.
The cultivator who had spoken listened to the flattering words around him, his face showing a smug expression. His cultivation was a bit away from reaching the Foundation Establishment Seventh Level, but if he managed to win the Hun Tian Pill, he could step into the Foundation Establishment Seventh Level, and his strength would undergo a qualitative change.
Although they were only separated by one stage, the Foundation Establishment Sixth Level represented the middle stage of cultivation, while reaching the Seventh Level meant entering the late stage.
The difference of one stage could at least double one’s strength, and during this perilous time, it would significantly increase the chances of surviving any conflict.
Moreover, breaking through from the Sixth to the Seventh Level without external help posed a considerable challenge, and many cultivators with inadequate potential might be forever stuck at this point.
His goal was very clear, even if using the Hun Tian Pill at this stage was somewhat wasteful, he still wanted to take the gamble. After all, crises could arise at any time, and it was crucial to break through in cultivation first to increase the chances of survival.
Seeing this person’s impatient demeanor, Xue Chong also didn’t dare prolong the matter.
After taking a look at the audience’s expressions, he chuckled and then declared, "One Hun Tian Pill, starting at nine thousand spirit stones, each bid must be no less than fifty spirit stones!"
"Nine thousand five hundred spirit stones!"
No sooner had the words dropped than the previously urging cultivator immediately placed a bid, raising the price directly to nine thousand five hundred spirit stones.
This person seemed determined to win, and by raising the bid by five hundred spirit stones in one go, the bidding process instantly reached a fever pitch.
In a public seating area, a middle-aged burly man immediately started to bid, clearly unwilling to back down, drawing the gaze of everyone present.
"Nine thousand eight hundred spirit stones!"
"Ten thousand spirit stones!"
The first cultivator to bid didn’t give in, and as the two competed, the value continued to climb, soon reaching eleven thousand five hundred spirit stones.
Inside the VIP room, Lin Tianming and his companion watched the fierce bidding below, completely detached, as if they were enjoying a show.
Just when everyone thought that a little over eleven thousand spirit stones was already the limit, several more cultivators joined the battle for the Hun Tian Pill.
Clearly, it was only now that the real competition began, the previous fierce bidding having been merely a warm-up.
With a few cultivators joining the bidding, the price of the Hun Tian Pill surged again. After more than ten rounds of bidding, it was now heading towards fourteen thousand spirit stones.
At this moment, the two cultivators who had started the bidding wore somber expressions. They had thought the bid for the Hun Tian Pill would be a show between the two of them, never expecting they were merely part of the prelude, and when the real battle began, they were no longer involved.
Under the constantly rising price, the two cultivators helplessly looked on; they had a limited number of spirit stones, and the price had already far exceeded their limits, leaving them no choice but to give up on the auction for the Hun Tian Pill.
With their withdrawal, the price stabilized after several rounds of changes and was eventually won by a cultivator at the Foundation Establishment Seventh Level for fifteen thousand two hundred spirit stones.
The auction of the first key treasure fetched a high price, satisfying all in attendance.
Seizing the moment, Xue Chong immediately began the auction for the second key treasure, an Attack Talisman of the Second Order inferior quality.
Giving the excellent quality of the magic artifact, loose cultivators made up a significant portion of those present, and many cultivators of modest strength still lacked suitable artifacts.
The intense competition further heated up the already fervent atmosphere, taking it to new heights.
At this time, the bustling auction continued, with each key treasure being sold, and the prices growing round after round.
Before long, five key treasures were auctioned successfully, and half of the ten key treasures had been sold. The remaining five treasures were undoubtedly priceless items.
With the atmosphere at its peak, Xue Chong was thrilled and very satisfied with the atmosphere and prices achieved during this auction.
Amidst the audience’s urging, he gestured grandly, and a female cultivator emerged from the rear passageway, walking towards the stage.
Looking over, the female cultivator held a tray with a fist-sized orb on it. Around the orb swirled copious amounts of vapor, accompanied by the sound of water and the rolling of waves, echoing throughout the venue.
