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As Xu Jia left, nearly everyone’s gaze was fixed on Liu Lao Jiu. After all, a set of equipment at the level of a Falang was not something to be taken lightly, even if it meant losing some money on Dong Lai. I don't deny that every auction offers such opportunities, and the Mok Ming Academy had already purchased five items from that batch. There seemed to be no reason to give up.
Yet, surprisingly, the academy did just that. No one could fathom why, and no one could have anticipated that Liu Lao Jiu's performance was merely a part of an act alongside Gao Hong and Xu Jia. Even Liu Lao Jiu himself almost believed it.
No one realized that Liu Lao Jiu was acting because no one thought the academy would genuinely give up. Gao Hong and Xu Jia certainly didn’t think so either. Thus, Xu Jia spent fourteen million to buy two decorative items while Gao Hong glared angrily at the members of the academy.
A silence fell over the venue; no one could comprehend the actions of Liu Lao Jiu and Gu Ping. Only Liu Lao Jiu's merciless laughter echoed in the hall.
Why?
Everyone wanted to ask that question, but aside from Gu Ping, no one knew the answer. Even Liu Lao Jiu was perplexed. However, he understood that in that round of competition, they had won. Xu Jia's departure signified that at this Star Picking Auction, the Moon River Sect had completely eliminated Jie Donglai as a competitor.
The Six Major Sects had now become Five Major Sects, and with Cheng Dao Sect having suffered slight losses in the recent competition, Jie Donglai was left to contemplate their remaining strategies.
Given the current trend, it seemed unlikely anyone would dare to compete with the academy again. No one could decipher Gu Ping’s thoughts; to everyone else, he was an enigma—an unpredictable individual who seemed almost mad.
So let them take a look at Dongyi's item.
The Spirit Elder observed Gu Ping with great interest, as if he sensed being scrutinized by the young man himself. He politely smiled back.
Above Gu Ping’s head, another jade bottle flew towards the Spirit Elder's lap. Unlike the previous bottles containing medicinal pills, this jade bottle was entirely a soft pink hue. Within it, one could vaguely see what appeared to be a pill—not just any pill but one resembling Xuehong’s rabbit.
Danling.
Liu Lao Jiu gasped softly in surprise. This type of pill was known to exist during the Divine Period; however, I don't deny that even a small Golden Core Cultivator like him might not have access to such treasures. Even among cultivators from the Divine Period, possessing a Danling pill in one's collection was rare indeed, highlighting its preciousness.
Indeed, he had heard someone mention the contents of that bottle, or rather, the elixir. The Spirit Elder slowly removed the cap from the jade vial, and a wave of fragrance instantly filled the entire venue, even making some disciples at the Peak Foundation Establishment feel a faint sense of yearning for a breakthrough.
That was a Spirit-Enhancing Pill that had not been seen for many years, a pill that could grant its user the legendary power of a Celestial General. Although it would only last for a brief minute, for those present, it was an enticing prospect. In the Dust Realm, the power of a divine general meant everything, which is why the starting bid for that Spirit-Enhancing Pill was set at five million spirit stones.
Everyone in attendance swallowed hard, and some were even whispering, "Spirit-Enhancing Pill."
Wake up! What do you think is the most powerful force in the Dust Realm? Gu Ping patted Liu Lao Jiu on the shoulder.
One had to admit that the temptation of becoming a god in just one minute was immense. For a cultivator in the Dust Realm, one minute of divine power symbolized near invincibility. After all, aside from the incident three years ago involving the Light Path Classic where a True Immortal descended, no one had truly seen an immortal from Tian Zai since then.
Mahayana Practitioner? Not bad; perhaps at the Golden Immortal level? Wait, that seems decent too. Let me think again.
With each level Liu Lao Jiu mentioned, Gu Ping shook his head. After Liu Lao Jiu had recounted all he knew about the highest realms possessed by Dust Realm's Coco, Gu Ping slowly uttered three words that left Liu Lao Jiu speechless.
Yin Tianheng.
Liu Lao Jiu wanted to say that he didn't deny it. It was a realm represented by a name; however, everyone who knew that name understood it represented not just an individual but also an unknown power—a realm no one had ever reached.
But Yin Tianheng was already dead. It had been tens of thousands of years; aside from some elders, tales of Yin Tianheng were now quite rare in the Dust Realm.
Yet within the academy, his name and story continued to be passed down through generations without interruption. He remained a symbol in every Disciples of the Academy's heart—a belief, an ideal.
But Yin Tianheng was unique; his solitude mirrored his greatness.
Liu Lao Jiu had not read many books, but the name Yin Tianheng was never unfamiliar to him. Yin Tianheng's Legend was the only book he kept in his Soul Ring. Even though one could practice without carrying their cultivation methods, that book, Yin Tianheng's Legend, was unforgettable.
When he finished reading that book for the first time, it took almost all his strength to close it. Even after countless years, Liu Lao Jiu could still feel through the thick pages the brilliance of that person, whose unparalleled strength left a lasting impression.
So when Gu Ping spoke those three words, Liu Lao Jiu finally realized that in the Dust Realm, there was a power embodied by Yin Tianheng. Those three words represented not just an individual but also two words: invincible.
The cultivator who once slashed a True Immortal now stood at the pinnacle of the Dust Realm. No one could surpass Yin Tianheng; he was the only one capable of slaying gods, a person who single-handedly changed the entire Righteous and Evil Battlefield.
Ten million.
With a loud shout from Ying Wuyi, Liu Lao Jiu was pulled back to reality from his thoughts. He hadn’t expected that in just a moment of distraction, the price had already doubled. The temptation was simply too great.
Eleven million.
A simple bidding had turned the entire venue into silence because that voice had come from beside Liu Lao Jiu. No one knew if Gu Ping’s bid was genuine; he seemed to be digging a pit for them to fall into. If they weren’t careful and fell into that trap, they might lose their chance to compete.
Just as everyone was pondering this, the Spirit Elder's three calls for bids had ended. The Spirit-Enhancing Pill with Danling had fallen into the academy's hands, leaving everyone momentarily stunned.
That guy...
Lei Dongyue squinted as he scrutinized Gu Ping. The ownership of the Spirit-Enhancing Pill had made some people envious of Gu Ping's earlier actions. The truth behind it all was elusive; no one could decipher his intentions. Although he had given up on the Azure Dragon Armor, a crucial item, once Gu Ping spoke again, no one dared to bid against him. There was an intimidation factor at play, along with a hint of cunning.
Was that young man really only twenty years old? Lei Dongyue found it hard to believe. Reflecting on what he had been doing at twenty, he shook his head. Back then, amidst the cheers for talented disciples in his Sect, Lei Dongyue truly believed he was the most gifted cultivator in Tian Di Dong. It wasn’t until he left the Sect and ventured into the Cultivation World that he realized there were always greater heights and talents beyond his own. Gradually, he learned to temper his arrogance.
Gu Ping was a young man of extraordinary intellect and talent. Lei Dongyue, upon meeting him for the first time, couldn't help but acknowledge that while he might not be unparalleled, his capabilities were already at their peak among his peers. It was hard to imagine anyone surpassing him in this generation.
Lei Dongyue was reluctant to admit it, but he had to concede that Gu Ping had excelled in everything he undertook. The young man had transcended his age, and if his cultivation were just a bit higher, he could even compete with those of the older generation.
As for Jie Donglai's auction items, Lei Dongyue seemed completely uninterested. He didn't utter a single word or place a single bid, as if he had given up on the auction altogether.
He was observing Gu Ping closely, convinced that a person's actions often carried some purpose. When someone behaved in a certain way, there would be patterns to their conduct. However, this time he found himself at a loss.
During Jie Donglai's bidding, Gu Ping appeared to be throwing out random bids. He bought everything that came up for auction without regard for value or necessity. It was as if he had an endless supply of resources. Despite the sheer volume of items he acquired, no one dared to challenge him after the incident with the Azure Dragon Armament. As soon as Gu Ping made his move, others quickly withdrew from the competition.
It seemed Gu Ping sensed Lei Dongyue's presence and waved in his direction, as if greeting an old friend. This drew the attention of several onlookers towards Lei Dongyue, making him feel somewhat embarrassed as he turned his head away.
Then came the moment everyone had been waiting for—the first item of this auction: the Phoenix Feather.
As soon as the announcement was made, a massive Fire Phoenix soared into the sky, gliding over the heads of the crowd. Some spectators were completely captivated by the elegance and power of this spirit beast, gasping in admiration.
With the phoenix cutting through the air, waves of heat washed over them, and they could feel the intensity radiating from it. After its magnificent dive, the Fire Phoenix scattered its spiritual energy into the air before vanishing from sight.
Everyone had likely heard of the legend that those who gained the recognition of a phoenix feather would be granted an opportunity to visit the Phoenix Tree overseas. There, if one earned the phoenix's approval, they could receive its assistance and even acquire their own phoenix spirit beast. Therefore, it was announced that this item would be available for trade—exchanged for weapons or spiritual herbs of equal value. The question remained: were they all prepared for such an opportunity?
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