Shrouding the Heavens

Chapter 335 - 336 Chapter 341 The Grand Gesture of the Sacred Lands Dynasty

336: Chapter 341: The Grand Gesture of the Sacred Lands Dynasty 336: Chapter 341: The Grand Gesture of the Sacred Lands Dynasty “Three hundred thousand catties of Source!” As soon as these words were spoken, the auction hall fell silent, astonishing everyone.

A prominent figure from the Central States, with an aura that could swallow mountains and rivers, directly called out three hundred thousand catties of Source.

“Are they crazy?

A damaged piece of divine medicine worth only one hundred and fifty thousand catties of Source, and they doubled it!” In the hall, even the older generation paled.

Faced with such extravagance, even the Sacred Lands might find themselves powerless.

In the VIP room, four mysterious figures from the Central States remained expressionless, as if it weren’t three hundred thousand catties of Source, but just a pile of stones.

They were all middle-aged, each possessing an extraordinary bearing, like heavenly kings descended to the world!

The four wore Dragon Crowns, exuding a majestic and soul-stirring aura.

No one knew their true ages.

The four figures did not belong to the Great Xia Dynasty, because the Prince of Great Xia and a young nun were in another room, accompanying an imperial uncle from Great Xia.

“Three hundred and ten thousand catties of Source!” an old monk from the Western Desert spoke up.

“Three hundred and thirty thousand catties of Source!” a middle-aged man wearing a Dragon Crown in the VIP room calmly bid.

The auction hall fell silent immediately.

Even someone as powerful as Xu Tianxiong sat down.

Although he was an exceptionally terrifying figure, he was not on par in terms of Source.

“To raise it by twenty thousand catties of Source in one go!

Truly a force to be reckoned with, treating Source as if it’s nothing.” “These are indeed great figures from the Central States.

The immortal Ancient Desolate Dynasty, ruling over billions of miles of land, truly incomparable.” Everyone was astonished, whispering among themselves.

“The Central States have the Four Immortal Dynasties, as well as various ancient great sects.

Which ancient dynasty are they from?” “Judging by the Dragon Crowns on their heads and their clothing, they should be from the immortal Ancient Hua Dynasty, with a long and exceedingly prosperous legacy!” “They must be here for the Purple Mountain, aiming for the heritage of the Beginningless Great Emperor, buying divine medicine to protect their lives.” As people speculated about their identity, they became even more wary.

The immortal dynasties surpassed even the Sacred Lands; few forces in the world could compete with them.

“Three hundred and forty thousand catties of Source!” Flickering Light Sacred Land bid.

As a great sect of the Eastern Wastelands, it was determined to obtain the Human-shaped Divine Medicine and naturally wouldn’t fall behind at such a moment.

“Three hundred and fifty thousand catties of Source.” A great figure from the Ancient Hua Dynasty spoke again, but not as aggressively as before.

In the VIP room, Ye Fan and Li Heishui exchanged a glance.

According to Yaoyue Kong’s analysis, if a Peacock King attacked the Purple Mountain and returned severely injured, the damaged Human-shaped Divine Medicine could be auctioned for three hundred and fifty thousand catties of Source.

Now, it had reached that figure, but it seemed there was still potential for an increase!

Sure enough, someone from the Jiang Family raised the bid, boosting the price of the damaged Human-shaped Divine Medicine to three hundred and sixty thousand catties of Source.

“Three hundred and seventy thousand catties of Source!” Flickering Light Sacred Land continued to raise the bid.

The Flickering Light Sacred Master was heavily injured and needed this Human-shaped Divine Medicine for healing and rapid recovery.

Otherwise, if delayed, he might not be able to attend another assault on the Purple Mountain.

“Three hundred and eighty thousand catties of Source.” When a great figure from an Ancient Emperor Dynasty stated this price, his composure was like an undisturbed ancient well.

At this moment, other Sacred Lands and Ancient Nobilities stopped bidding, and the old monk from Western Desert Buddhism also withdrew from the competition.

“Four hundred thousand catties of Source!” Flickering Light directly pushed the divine medicine’s price to a round, astronomical figure.

A great figure from the Ancient Hua Dynasty, wearing a Dragon Crown, remained expressionless and said, “Four hundred and ten thousand catties of Source.” Flickering Light Sacred Land fell silent for a long time.

It was not that they couldn’t afford it, but they felt that continuing would likely be fruitless, as their opponent was from an immortal dynasty with profound resources.

If the other party was truly determined, it would escalate into an astronomical bidding war.

“Four hundred and ten thousand catties of Source, going once!

Four hundred and ten thousand catties of Source, going twice…” BANG!

The gavel fell.

Ultimately, a prominent figure from the Ancient Hua Dynasty won the Human-shaped Divine Medicine for four hundred and ten thousand catties of Source.

“Insane!

Its actual value was only a little over one hundred thousand catties of Source, yet it reached this figure…” Everyone couldn’t believe it.

The figure was too astonishing to accept.

“Even Sacred Lands can be suppressed by others!

The major forces of the Central States are truly unimaginable!” Li Heishui was also somewhat dumbfounded.

Exceeding the anticipated astronomical price by such a margin was indeed beyond their expectations.

Ye Fan said, “It’s just a convergence of events and coincidences.

If not for the presence of prominent figures from the Central States and the Western Desert, such an astronomical price would never have been reached.” The finale’s rare treasure—the divine medicine—was sold.

With the fall of the gavel, people began to discuss animatedly, and some even stood up to leave.

“Everyone, please stay.

We have received a last-minute consignment for another rare treasure to be auctioned.” On the Yellow Diamond Dragon Platform, an elderly white-haired man spoke.

“What else could there be?

Even a divine medicine has been auctioned.

Could there be something even more enticing?” someone inquired.

The elderly auctioneer smiled and said, “I believe many here will find it interesting.” “What exactly is it?” “Human Essence Fruit!” The white-haired elder announced these three words from the Yellow Diamond Dragon Platform.

“What?!” Many were shocked.

“A Human Essence Fruit cut from stone?” Many from the older generation understood.

“It is said that this item is extremely rare.

Besides a Heavenly Source Master, only a Demon King with traces of True Dragon blood flowing in their veins can use their Innate Divine Technique to find it.

This fruit is a Fake Dragon Pearl born from the earth.” “Indeed!” The white-haired old man nodded.

BOOM!

The auction hall erupted into a clamor, and everyone sat back down, no longer intending to leave.

“The Human Essence Fruit!

Truly a life-extending rarity!” “To think that even such a thing could be cut out!

It’s been unheard of for many years.” Everyone present was astonished.

They had just seen a divine medicine auctioned, and now someone was auctioning such a fruit.

It left people dumbfounded.

“Although the Human Essence Fruit doesn’t compare to an Ancient Divine Medicine, it is still considered a rare treasure of the world.” “Who told you it doesn’t compare to a divine medicine?

That’s because it hasn’t fully matured.

If it continually absorbs the essence of heaven and earth, it can become an Earth Destiny Fruit, also known as a Fake Dragon Pearl, and it wouldn’t be inferior to a divine medicine.” In the VIP room, Ye Fan learned a great deal.

So, this kind of fruit, even if it grew inside a stone, could still mature by absorbing Sun Essence and Moon Essence.

The people from the Sacred Lands were the most agitated, especially those from Flickering Light Sacred Land.

Having missed out on the Human-shaped Divine Medicine, learning that there was still a Human Essence Fruit available was an unexpected joy.

“Everyone, please be silent!” The white-haired elder held up a Jade Cauldron as he ascended the Dragon Platform, placing it at the highest point.

“Bring it out and let us see!” someone shouted from below.

The Jade Cauldron was opened, revealing a somewhat damaged fruit sealed within a transparent jade container.

It was displayed on the high platform, emitting a faint, refreshing fragrance.

“Why is this fruit damaged?” All present were cultivators, each possessing Divine Eyes like lightning, and they quickly noticed the crucial detail.

“Something must have bitten it!

Most of the Spiritual Qi is gone.

What a terrible waste!” “Who bit it?

Such a reckless waste of a heavenly treasure!

A Human Essence Fruit is for refinement; how could anyone just take a bite?

It’s a wonder they weren’t poisoned to death.” …

Hearing these angry voices, Ye Fan’s forehead darkened with lines of frustration.

He had the sudden urge to give that big black dog a good kicking.

This damned dog is truly wasteful!

“That’s not right…

why do those look like canine teeth marks to me?

Could it have been bitten by a dog?” Their gazes were exceptionally sharp.

Many of the elder figures were so shrewd and experienced they could see through anything; they had witnessed much in their lifetimes and instantly recognized the tooth marks.

“It really was bitten by a dog!

Which damned dog did this?” “This is a Human Essence Fruit!

Who is such a scoundrel as to feed it to a dog?” Ye Fan was rendered speechless by these remarks.

At a critical moment, the white-haired old man from the Heavenly Demon Treasure Pavilion calmed their discontent, saying, “Everyone, this item was acquired from the countryside.

An old farmer discovered it when he accidentally broke open a stone, so naturally, he was unaware of its value.” “But still, you don’t feed it to a dog?!” “Damn it!

I’m so furious I could die!

What in the world is this?

That damn wastrel!” A group of old men were red-faced with anger, cursing continuously.

In the VIP room, Li Heishui roared with laughter, while Ye Fan was too vexed to speak.

“The reserve price for this Human Essence Fruit is fifty thousand catties of Source,” the white-haired old man announced, and the auction began.

Immediately, a torrent of dissatisfied voices arose from below.

“If it weren’t damaged, it could be worth over two hundred thousand catties of Source.

But in its current state, it definitely wouldn’t exceed fifty thousand catties.

So why is the reserve price set so high?” “Indeed, most of the Spiritual Qi has already dissipated.” Although they said this, everyone still frowned as they began to bid.

Even though it had been bitten by a dog, it was indeed a Human Essence Fruit, a rare treasure of the world with miraculous life-extending effects.

Among them, those from the Sacred Lands were the most conflicted; they wanted to give up yet were unwilling.

This was especially true for Flickering Light Sacred Land, who bid with great reluctance.

“Sixty thousand catties of Source!” “Seventy thousand catties of Source!” “Eighty thousand catties of Source!” “Are you kidding me?

It’s been gnawed on by a dog, yet you’re still competing with this old man so fiercely?” “If you disdain it, then stop competing!

This old man bids ninety thousand catties of Source.” Li Heishui laughed heartily.

Seeing a group of old men fighting over a dog-bitten Human Essence Fruit, he had the urge to pound the floor in amusement.

But his laughter soon froze on his face.

His grandfather stood up and bid, “Ninety thousand catties of Source!” “I…

Old man, why are you competing for this dog-bitten fruit?!” His dark face was filled with astonishment.

Ye Fan chuckled.

“This thing is second only to a divine medicine.

You should be congratulating your grandfather.” “Easy for you to say!” Li Heishui retorted grumpily.

“I say, Great Bandit Li, you’re in your prime with abundant longevity.

Why are you competing with us old folks?” an old man retorted with extreme dissatisfaction.

Li Heishui’s grandfather, unperturbed, answered, “This is for my grandson.

I want to refine a cauldron of spiritual pills to enhance his cultivation base.” “I…” Li Heishui was dumbfounded and unable to speak.

Moments ago, he had been laughing heartily, only to realize now that he might be the one to consume this dog-gnawed fruit.

“One hundred thousand catties of Source.” At that moment, the Red Dragon Daoist, who was sitting in a corner, spoke.

His voice was not loud, but very calm.

When the group of old men saw it was him, they all sat back down, unwilling to bid further.

Not even the third great bandit, Xu Tianxiong, made a sound.

“One hundred and twenty thousand catties of Source!” Flickering Light Sacred Land bid.

Only such a formidable power dared to confront the terrifying Red Dragon Daoist.

The Red Dragon Daoist did not bid further, as he was indeed short on Source.

In the end, no one competed with Flickering Light.

Everyone knew they were determined to get it.

The Human Essence Fruit was sold for one hundred and twenty thousand catties of Source.

The people from Flickering Light reluctantly accepted this result.

The four prominent figures from the Ancient Hua Dynasty, wearing Dragon Crowns and exuding a majestic aura, walked with heroic strides and were the first to leave.

As they emerged, everyone made way for them, deeply apprehensive.

These were undoubtedly exceptionally terrifying experts intending to enter the Purple Mountain.

Subsequently, several old monks from the Western Desert also left the Heavenly Demon Treasure Pavilion.

Seeing the divine rings behind their heads, everyone felt a surge of dread.

People knew that the third assault on the Purple Mountain was about to begin.

Ye Fan and Li Heishui had just stepped out of the VIP room when they encountered Wu Ziming, Li Chongtian, and a man in brocade robes.

“From this day forward, if you dare to show your faces at the Sacred Land Stone Pavilion, you’ll understand the consequences!

Heh heh!” Wu Ziming sneered.

Li Heishui also sneered, “I remember what you said.

You were going to gamble until our faces turned green, until we wouldn’t dare to set foot in this trade again for the rest of our lives.” “Good that you understand!” Li Heishui retorted, “What a joke!

Just because you say so?

I just want to know, who exactly is this person you’ve brought?

What’s his background?” The man in brocade robes strode forward without even glancing at Li Heishui, completely ignoring him.

He only said casually to Wu Ziming beside him, “Dealing with them isn’t even worthy of being called a gamble; it’s a trivial matter.

I came to the divine city this time to cut a piece of Divine Source to celebrate my grandfather’s birthday.” Li Heishui sneered coldly, looking at his retreating back.

“Fine, fine, fine!

Then let’s meet at the Sacred Land Stone Pavilion for a stone-gambling battle!

We’ll see who’s the one whose face turns green!” “You consider gambling with you a ‘battle’?” The man in brocade robes gave the two of them a disdainful glance before departing.

“How dare crude, rustic techniques from the countryside compare with those of the Tuoba Family?

Back then, even Heavenly Source Masters paid visits to their family!” Wu Ziming laughed, then turned back to say, “As long as you show up at the Stone Workshop, we’ll naturally be there to let you know what true Source Technique is!” A fragrant breeze wafted by as An Miaoyi passed, smiling faintly.

“Will there be a stone-gambling battle?

Miao Yi will definitely go and watch.” “Oh, is such a thing happening?” The Prince of Great Xia and the young nun in white also emerged from their VIP room just then, expressing surprise upon hearing this.

Further ahead, Wu Ziming paused and turned back to smile.

“Fairy An, if you can come, it would be most welcome.

Such a duel might indeed be more captivating with you there.” He then extended an invitation to the Prince of Great Xia, “Your Highness, you must come!

This gentleman is a genius from the Tuoba Family, one of the most ancient Source Technique families.

Three years ago, he found Divine Source in an ancient mine.” “Someone from the Tuoba Family?” The Prince of Great Xia was startled.

“That truly is one of the most ancient Source Technique families!

It’s said they are capable of defining dragon veins and sealing mountains and rivers.” “Someone single-handedly found Divine Source in an ancient mine?” Jiang Yifei of the Jiang Family approached, dressed in white, a gentle smile on his face.

Wu Ziming quickly introduced him, “Indeed, it is this genius from the Tuoba Family who single-handedly cut Divine Source from an ancient mine.” The man in brocade robes, Tuoba Chang, also paused.

Even with his arrogance and pride, he did not dare to ignore figures from the Great Xia Dynasty and the Ancient Nobilities.

Ye Fan’s heart skipped a beat.

This Tuoba Chang from the Tuoba Family is indeed extraordinary.

His Source Technique must be truly amazing; otherwise, it would have been impossible for him to cut out Divine Source.

An Miaoyi’s dark hair flowed, her bright eyes captivating, and an enchanting smile graced her flawless, jade-like face.

“A duel between Source Technique geniuses will surely cause a sensation in the divine city.

Miao Yi will definitely attend.” “Indeed!

We will certainly attend as well.

This will be a grand event!

Perhaps a peerless treasure even more precious than an Ancient Divine Medicine will be cut out!” The Prince of Great Xia and Jiang Yifei both nodded, stating they would go to the Sacred Land Stone Pavilion to watch the Source Technique duel.

Even the large eyes of the little loli nun in white lit up with excitement.

The man in brocade robes, Tuoba Chang, merely glanced at Ye Fan, seemingly not considering him a worthy opponent.

However, in the presence of An Miaoyi, the Prince of Great Xia, and the others, he refrained from saying anything further.