BTTH : From Humble Beginnings to Dou Di

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In the VIP rooms, everyone’s expression became visibly solemn after hearing this announcement.

They knew—the real highlight of this auction was finally about to begin.

Even for them, the final few items were of immense value.

As for those seated in the ordinary areas, they all looked eager, as if preparing to watch a grand spectacle.

They were well aware that such treasures were far beyond the reach of a Dou Ling or even a Dou Wang like themselves.

So, they could only sit back and enjoy the show, and later boast about it to others as conversation fodder.

Seeing that the attention of the powerful factions had been drawn, Lin Feng chuckled lightly and explained, ”Because the following items are too valuable, the auction format will be a bit different.

Next, if anyone is interested in the upcoming items, please enter the auction platform alone, and present what you are willing to trade to me for evaluation. Then, I will select the person who offers the most valuable item to complete the transaction.”

”However, please enter one at a time—no pairs. In such a public setting, we naturally won’t risk playing tricks. Of course, if anyone tries anything foolish… Though I am merely a Three-Star Dou Huang, even if facing a Dou Zong, I can still hold them off for some time.”

After hearing his explanation, the representatives in the VIP rooms all nodded in agreement.

It appeared they were quite satisfied with this method of trading.

And indeed, just as Lin Feng said, under the scrutiny of such a public setting, Heavenly Treasure Pavilion wouldn’t dare to make any underhanded moves.

Meanwhile, unrest stirred in the ordinary seating area.

They had been hoping to watch a good show, but now the most important part of the process was to be kept private, which naturally left them somewhat disgruntled.

Still, none dared to voice complaints too loudly, and could only whisper grievances to their companions beside them.

”Oh? This method of trading is certainly unique,” Xiao Yan remarked with interest upon seeing this unusual auction rule.

”It’s only natural. The Black-Corner Region is filled with all sorts of characters. That Lin Feng has been navigating this place for years, so of course he understands the principle of not flaunting wealth. The buyers are of the same mind,” Yao Chen explained.

Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan finally understood.

This chaotic Black-Corner Region was far from orderly. For such rare and valuable items, a private transaction like this was indeed the safest method for both parties.

”This is the Zong Breaking Pill—a peak sixth-tier pill, but it’s in no way inferior to some seventh-tier pills,” Lin Feng announced.

After finishing his explanation of the auction process, he retrieved a small jade box from his storage ring and opened it on the table in front of him.

Immediately, a snow-white pill about the size of a dragon’s eye appeared before everyone’s gaze.

Although Lin Feng spoke in a calm tone, his words were clearly heard by everyone present.

”This is the legendary Zong Breaking Pill? Must cost a mountain of gold coins!” someone exclaimed.

”Are you stupid? This kind of item can’t be measured in gold. I heard it’s always traded item-for-item.”

”What? There are things in this world that even gold can’t buy?”

”…”

As the Zong Breaking Pill was unveiled, the previously quiet hall instantly burst into noise.

Even those in the VIP rooms stared at the snow-white pill in the jade box with eyes filled with excitement.

The Zong Breaking Pill—this pill that could help a Dou Huang break through to Dou Zong—was well-known to them.

After all, the gap between Dou Huang and Dou Zong was vast. For an average person, achieving such a breakthrough was incredibly difficult.

Mo Tianxing, who had an urgent need for a Zong Breaking Pill, couldn’t help but call out impatiently when he saw the pill, ”Pavilion Master Lin, please give us your price!”

Hearing his outburst, the other VIP guests all nodded in agreement.

At this moment, they too were a little restless, eager to acquire this rare pill.

However, despite the value of the pill that could help break through to Dou Zong, the two elders known as Gold and Silver remained rather composed.

Even Silver Elder, who had once dreamed of obtaining the Zong Breaking Pill just a few years ago, appeared strangely calm.

Only from time to time did his gaze subtly sweep toward a hidden corner of the room…

”Hehe, I trust everyone here is already familiar with the effects of this Zong Breaking Pill, so I won’t go into further detail,” Lin Feng smiled. ”However, I will say this—I’m currently seeking blood essence from a Rank 7 magic beast. If anyone has it, I’ll give their offer top priority.”

As he spoke, Lin Feng swept his gaze across the VIP rooms.

Whoever could offer such a rare item was undoubtedly among them.

”Hua!” — the sound of gasps swept through the hall.

Most had already guessed that this would be a barter-style transaction.

However, when they heard Lin Feng mention the blood essence of a Rank 7 magic beast, everyone was stunned.

They all knew that blood essence was entirely different from beast flames—once extracted, the magic beast wouldn’t just be weakened for a while and recover its energy over time.

No, extracting blood essence would inflict severe damage upon the beast.

Which meant, trying to obtain it from a living magic beast was virtually impossible.

In most cases, the only way to obtain it was to kill the beast outright!

But a Rank 7 magic beast, a being comparable to a Dou Zong, wasn’t something one could just kill on a whim.

Just as everyone was still processing this surprise, a curtain of light suddenly emerged behind Lin Feng.

It began faint and translucent but gradually thickened and became more substantial.

As the color deepened, the area behind Lin Feng became increasingly blurry.

Eventually, it was so dense that the space behind him became completely obscured from view.

Then, on the barrier in front of him, which separated the auction stage from the guest seating, an opening the size of a doorway appeared.

Those in the VIP rooms, particularly the Dou Zong-level individuals, all narrowed their eyes at the sight of the opening.

Lin Feng was only a Dou Huang after all.

Some strange and tempting thoughts began to rise in their minds.

However, before they could think further, a powerful Dou Zong-level aura suddenly burst forth without the slightest attempt to hide itself, flooding the entire auction hall.

That oppressive force instantly shattered any plans or schemes they had begun to consider.

”What a terrifying presence... It seems Heavenly Treasure Pavilion was indeed worried about the safety of the auctioned items—they’ve brought out their own Dou Zong as security,” murmured Fang Yan, the First Elder of Demon Flame Valley, his voice low.

At the same time, upon hearing Lin Feng’s demand for Rank 7 magic beast blood essence, Fang Yan’s brow furrowed tightly.

Years ago, their Valley Master had successfully hunted down a fire-type Rank 7 magic beast.

Though the magic core had been kept by the Valley Master for personal collection, the corpse had been carefully preserved in their treasury—protected by spatial magic to ensure the blood essence and other materials within remained intact.

Unfortunately, the Valley Master had previously given a strict order that the beast’s body was to be reserved for another purpose and not to be used for trade under any circumstances.

Thinking of this, the three elders of Demon Flame Valley couldn’t help but feel a pang of regret.

If they were allowed to use the beast’s body, this Zong Breaking Pill would be theirs for the taking.

Fang Yan in particular felt especially frustrated.

He had reached the peak of the Dou Huang realm over a decade ago, yet no matter how hard he tried, he couldn’t find a way to break through.

If he could obtain this pill, there was a high chance the Valley Master would reward it to him.

And once he consumed it, he might finally break past the bottleneck and step into the realm of Dou Zong!

Still, thinking of the cultivation method in his possession, he decided—he’d give it a shot.

With that thought, he stood up, exited the VIP room, and swept toward the auction platform.

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