Chapter 131: Things Acquired

In the auction house, items were continually presented. Although their quality couldn't compare to the Sky Net Halberd, they were still rare and unusual, which kept the atmosphere in the entire auction house extremely lively.

At that moment, the old man on the auction stage brought out another item. Inside a glass bottle, a mass of fiery-red, viscous liquid was suspended, burning with constant flames, as if it were the very essence of fire.

"This is Earth Flame Marrow, extracted from the depths of a volcano that has existed for ten thousand years. If someone cultivating fire-attribute Genesis Qi refines it, and their own Genesis Qi is below the fifth grade, it can raise their Genesis Qi quality by one minor level."

As soon as he spoke, the auction house erupted in an uproar again, and countless eyes instantly blazed with fervor.

Even the previous items, including the Sky Net Halberd, were ultimately external possessions. But this "Earth Flame Marrow" could actually improve the quality of one's Genesis Qi!

Although it only worked on Genesis Qi below the fifth grade, it was still a significant enhancement.

If low-grade fourth-rank Genesis Qi were refined, it could be elevated to mid-grade, and the increase in power would undoubtedly be substantial.

"I didn't expect something like this to appear," Zhou Yuan couldn't help but exclaim, feeling a stir of desire. Although his own Genesis Qi, "Profound Sky Python Qi," had reached the fifth grade, his father's "Blazing Thunder Qi" was only at the fourth grade.

If he could acquire this item for his father to refine, the quality of the Blazing Thunder Qi would certainly reach the peak of the fourth grade.

However, Zhou Yuan's eagerness was quickly dampened by reality, as the starting price for the "Earth Flame Marrow" had already reached eight hundred thousand Origin Crystals.

"I'm really poor."

Zhou Yuan couldn't help but cover his face. After all, the Great Zhou dynasty had been struggling in recent years, so as a prince, he didn't have much wealth, certainly not millions like some others.

The bidding war for the "Earth Flame Marrow" was even more intense than for the Sky Net Halberd, lasting several minutes before the price finally settled at two million five hundred eighty thousand.

After the Earth Flame Marrow was sold, the atmosphere in the auction house cooled down somewhat.

Zhou Yuan quietly waited for the item he needed. Approximately ten minutes later, he finally heard the voice he had been anticipating.

"Nether Soul Fruit, one hundred thousand Origin Crystals."

Zhou Yuan opened his slightly closed eyes, his gaze fixed intensely on the auction stage. In the old man's hand was a jade box, and inside it lay a black fruit.

This type of Origin Material had a specialized use, so not many people were interested, and its price was naturally not extraordinary.

Few people competed for this item; after a few rounds, the price only rose to one hundred fifty thousand.

Zhou Yuan waited for the right moment. When he felt the time was opportune, he finally spoke: "Two hundred thousand Origin Crystals."

This price was a quarter higher and not low. Several bidders immediately withdrew, and the remaining two parties held out against Zhou Yuan for a bit longer before raising the price to two hundred fifty thousand and then giving up.

Seeing this, Zhou Yuan breathed a sigh of relief. He currently possessed only five hundred thousand Origin Crystals; buying this "Nether Soul Fruit" alone had used up half of his fortune. The rest would be needed for the upcoming "Crimson Blood Grass."

"Are there any further bids?" the old man asked in a resonant voice, scanning the surroundings.

The auction house was quiet. However, just as Zhou Yuan relaxed, a faint chuckle suddenly rang out.

"Three hundred thousand."

The sudden bid caused murmurs to ripple through the auction house. Many were surprised and puzzled as to why the price of a Nether Soul Fruit had surged to such an extent.

Zhou Yuan's expression subtly changed, his gaze deepening. Calmly, he said, "Three hundred fifty thousand."

"Four hundred thousand." The bidder immediately matched his price.

"Five hundred thousand." A cold glint appeared in Zhou Yuan's eyes. Clearly, he was being targeted again. The bidder was obviously causing trouble intentionally, not genuinely wishing to purchase the item.

When Zhou Yuan's bid of five hundred thousand was announced, the voice seemed to chuckle softly before falling silent.

Thus, the Nether Soul Fruit ultimately went to Zhou Yuan, but it cost him five hundred thousand Origin Crystals, completely emptying his personal funds.

Zhou Yuan's expression remained calm, but a flicker of anger passed through his eyes.

Green Willow, standing beside him, her clear, bright eyes fixed on a distant VIP room, said, "The person who just bid is from VIP Room Number One. As far as I know, that room is reserved for the City Lord's Mansion."

"The City Lord's Mansion?" Zhou Yuan frowned slightly. When had he ever offended the City Lord's Mansion of Sacred Ruins City? Moreover, given the City Lord's status, he probably wouldn't stoop to competing with the younger generation.

Green Willow thoughtfully said, "The person inside certainly isn't the City Lord of Sacred Ruins City... But according to the information I've gathered, the only person who usually uses that VIP room is the Young City Lord of Sacred Ruins City, Xiao Tianxuan."

"Xiao Tianxuan?" Zhou Yuan shook his head. He didn't know this person at all. Why would he be targeting him?

A glint flashed in his eyes, but eventually, his gaze became calm again. Yet, beneath that calm surface, a chilling coldness flickered. Regardless of why Xiao Tianxuan was targeting him, since he had done so, Zhou Yuan would certainly remember this grievance.

"Green Willow, could you lend me some Origin Crystals later?" Zhou Yuan asked, looking at her.

With his only five hundred thousand Origin Crystals spent, he had no funds left for the upcoming "Crimson Blood Grass."

Green Willow waved her hand dismissively and said, "It's a small matter. I'll help you bid for it later!"

Zhou Yuan didn't say much more, simply making a mental note of her kindness.

The auction continued, and not long after, the Crimson Blood Grass finally appeared.

The starting price for the Crimson Blood Grass was only eighty thousand Origin Crystals, and there were even fewer bidders than before.

Green Willow immediately took the initiative: "Two hundred thousand!"

This bid instantly silenced the hall. Those who had originally intended to compete fell silent, as her opening bid effectively blocked any path for gradual price increases. They simply saw no need to spend such a high price for a single "Crimson Blood Grass."

The hall fell quiet for a moment, but just as Green Willow thought she had succeeded, a faint chuckle once again emanated from VIP Room Number One: "Three hundred thousand."

Zhou Yuan's eyelids lowered slightly, and a cold glint in his eyes intensified sharply.

This Xiao Tianxuan was truly going too far.

Green Willow's small face also turned cold. Although Xiao Tianxuan was the Young City Lord of Sacred Ruins City, she didn't think much of him. Immediately, she said, "Six hundred thousand."

She had directly doubled the price.

As soon as Green Willow's bid was made, VIP Room Number One evidently went quiet for a moment. Finally, a light chuckle emerged: "Since the little Princess likes it, I won't deprive her."

The Crimson Blood Grass was also acquired, but Green Willow's pretty face was displeased. Xiao Tianxuan had clearly known she was bidding, yet he still deliberately raised the price, evidently showing no regard for her.

"Thanks," Zhou Yuan said, nodding to Green Willow.

He slowly asked, "Will this Young City Lord be going to the Sacred Remains Grounds?"

"Of course," Green Willow nodded.

"That's good," Zhou Yuan murmured.

Green Willow's eyes widened as she looked at Zhou Yuan. "Are you still planning to settle scores in the Sacred Remains Grounds? That guy's strength is considerable; he's one of the top prodigies in the Boundless Continent."

Zhou Yuan's tone was calm: "I've killed those in the Alpha Origin stage before."

Green Willow's beautiful eyes widened in disbelief. Wu Huang and the Sword Blind could kill those in the Alpha Origin stage, but they were at least in the late Heavenly Pass stage. Yet, Zhou Yuan, currently in the Qi Nourishing stage, had already killed someone in the Alpha Origin stage?

Zhou Yuan took a deep breath, his eyes calm as he looked in the direction of VIP Room Number One. Xiao Tianxuan, huh...

If we meet in the Sacred Remains Grounds, for every million Origin Crystals you swindled from me, I will make you spit back ten times that amount.