Chapter 3906: Auction

In order to obtain that Enlightenment Pearl, the Qin family’s ancestor also died at the hands of a six-colored Chaos Beast in the early Golden Immortal stage. Fortunately, the Qin family’s True Immortal cultivator had not comprehended a Supreme Law, but only three special laws.

Pang Yueshan said with a hint of relief.

Most True Immortal cultivators comprehend the Five Elements Laws. It is quite good for a True Immortal cultivator to comprehend one special law, while two are relatively rare. Comprehending three special laws indicates exceptional comprehension ability, making them key cultivation targets even for major powers like the Cao family or the Five Sages Sect.

When the Qin family’s True Immortal, who had comprehended three special laws, was battling someone, their abilities were unexpectedly discovered by a Pang family cultivator. The Pang family suspected that the Qin family had obtained rare treasures that enhanced comprehension, so they sent experts to infiltrate the Qin family and investigate.

After the Pang family learned that the Qin family possessed a treasure like the Enlightenment Pearl, a team led by a Golden Immortal cultivator annihilated the Qin family under the pretext of them colluding with evil cultivators. On their way back, they were ambushed by the Carefree Demonic Lord, and the Enlightenment Pearl was stolen.

“Supreme Laws are not so easy to comprehend. If it were an Enlightenment Fruit, perhaps it would be possible. I never imagined Heavenly Secret City would possess such a supreme treasure as the Enlightenment Pearl; even a Grand Unity Golden Immortal would be tempted. I wonder if Heavenly Secret City holds any other treasures.”

Pang Yueyun looked on with yearning.

“Heavenly Secret City couldn't possibly have an Enlightenment Fruit Tree, could it?”

Pang Yueshan put forward a bold conjecture.

“Unlikely. The Five Immortals Sect also obtained an Enlightenment Fruit pit, but after being buried in immortal soil for millions of years, it never sprouted. It could only be used for artifact refining. I don't know if it’s due to heavenly restrictions or some other reason.”

Pang Yueyun said.

“Heavenly restrictions? Is there such a saying?”

Pang Yueshan was completely bewildered.

“I wouldn't know. Fellow Daoist Sun of the Five Immortals Sect mentioned it. Who knows if it’s true or not? I heard that the Enlightenment Fruit Tree has gained sentience, and there is only one such tree in the Immortal Realm, appearing randomly. The Nangong Immortal Clan’s current standing is largely due to their ancestor mastering the Law of Space, which they reportedly comprehended after obtaining an Enlightenment Fruit.”

By the end, Pang Yueyun’s face was filled with envy.

“It would be wonderful if the Enlightenment Fruit Tree appeared in the Scarlet Sun Sea Region.”

Pang Yueshan’s face showed a look of yearning.

“It’s possible, but our top priority now is to eliminate the Carefree Demonic Lord. The Enlightenment Pearl is a top-tier enlightenment treasure. I'm afraid he might comprehend a Supreme Law. If it’s the Law of Karma or the Law of Destiny, it might be fine, but if it’s the Laws of Soul, Space, Time, or Reincarnation, our family will immediately face utter destruction.”

Pang Yueyun’s eyes were full of apprehension.

The night passed quickly.

Early the next morning, as dawn broke.

A golden, shimmering pagoda stood, with the characters “Scarlet Sun Pagoda” emblazoned on a plaque above its entrance. A large number of immortals queued to enter.

Today was the day of the auction, and the Scarlet Sun Pagoda served as the venue.

Two True Immortals from the Cao family stood at the entrance, collecting admission fees. Each participant was charged twenty immortal yuan stones. Those with invitations or cultivation at the Golden Immortal stage were, of course, exempt from this fee.

Wang Changsheng and his six companions were also in the queue, waiting to enter the Scarlet Sun Pagoda.

Soon, they reached the entrance of the Scarlet Sun Pagoda. Wang Qingbai was about to pay the immortal yuan stones.

The Cao family True Immortal waved his hand and said, “Fellow Daoist Wang, Ancestor Yuheng has given instructions that you do not need to pay the admission fee. Please enter!”

For seven True Immortals, it was only a little over a hundred immortal yuan stones, and Cao Yuheng certainly had the authority to waive this fee.

Wang Qingbai expressed his thanks, and the seven of them entered the Scarlet Sun Pagoda. A spacious and brightly lit hall appeared before their eyes. In the center was a circular green stone platform, surrounded by numerous green jade chairs, a good portion of which were already occupied by cultivators.

Independent private rooms were located upstairs, reserved only for VIPs.

As soon as Wang Changsheng and his six companions entered, a young, beautiful maid in green robes quickly approached, bowed respectfully, and said, “Senior Wang, Ancestor Yuheng has arranged a private room for you. Please follow me.”

Having connections makes things easier; Wang Changsheng had not expected Cao Yuheng to be so courteous. He didn't decline and accepted the offer.

They followed the maid in green robes to a private room on the second floor. The room was over a hundred zhang in size, and a massive golden mirror was embedded in one wall, reflecting the scene in the main hall.

Inside the private room, there was a green jade table and several green jade stools. On the table, a pot of spiritual tea, a plate of immortal fruits, and a green square token were laid out.

“Please thank Fellow Daoist Cao for us. You may go now and attend to your duties. If we need anything, we’ll call you.”

Wang Ruyan waved her hand, dismissing the maid in green robes, who then closed the door.

“Fellow Daoist Cao actually arranged a private room for us. This is much more convenient.”

Wang Qiulin said with a smile.

Bidding for items from a private room was much safer and more convenient.

Wang Changsheng nodded and sat down. Xiahou Yao picked up the teapot and poured tea for Wang Changsheng, Wang Ruyan, and the others. The seven of them drank tea and chatted, quietly waiting for the auction to begin.

After the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, three loud chimes rang out. Cao Xingdian and a tall elder in a golden robe descended from above, landing on the circular raised platform.

“Welcome, esteemed seniors and fellow Daoists, to this auction. I am Cao Xingyun, and this is Cao Xingdian. We two will be overseeing this auction. The highest bidder wins. Let the bidding begin.”

The golden-robed elder gave a brief introduction, then took out ten golden porcelain bottles and announced, “Ten bottles of Qunyang Jade Pills, effective in enhancing immortal essence. The starting bid is twenty immortal yuan stones, with each increment no less than two.”

“Twenty!”

“Twenty-two!”

“Twenty-four!”

The price climbed steadily, with bids echoing one after another.

Wang Changsheng was not interested and waited quietly.

The ten bottles of Qunyang Jade Pills were quickly auctioned off. Cao Xingyun then successively presented various first-tier immortal pills for enhancing immortal essence, healing, detoxifying, and increasing spiritual sense, among others. All fetched good prices.

“Five bottles of Jade Soul Pills, which can strengthen the soul. The starting bid is fifty immortal yuan stones, with each increment no less than five.”

Cao Xingyun spoke loudly, with five green porcelain bottles displayed on the green jade table in front of him.

“Immortal pills to strengthen the soul!”

Wang Qingling became interested.

Such pills were relatively rare in the Heavenly Dawn Sea Region. She and Wang Qingxiao had both consumed two Nine-Revolution Jade Soul Fruits, cultivated the Heavenly Soul Scripture, and mastered the Soul-Slaying Finger. However, they wouldn't mind their souls becoming even stronger.

Wang Qingling spent five hundred immortal yuan stones to bid for two bottles of Jade Soul Pills, while the other three bottles were taken by other immortals.

After the five bottles of Jade Soul Pills were auctioned, Cao Xingyun took out five golden, shimmering flying daggers and announced, “A complete set of immortal artifacts, the Golden Lang Daggers. The starting bid is three hundred immortal yuan stones, with each increment no less than fifty immortal yuan stones.”

“Three hundred!”

“Three hundred fifty!”

“Four hundred!”

The price kept changing, and this set of Golden Lang Daggers was sold for seven hundred immortal yuan stones. Cao Xingyun then brought out several low-grade immortal artifacts, including defensive, flying, and auxiliary types, all of which fetched good prices.