Chapter 193: Metaphysical Jade Talisman

Since Hundred Spirit Pills could fetch a sky-high price of 10,000 each, there was no reason the Rejuvenation Pills would be any less valuable. After all, he had given Liu Qingxian ten of them!

After Chen Luoyue transferred 475,000 spirit stones, he now possessed a total of 630,000 spirit stones, which was enough to bid on anything he desired.

Just then, Su Xiangquan solemnly ascended the stage, carrying a jade box. Its surface was covered with seven or eight sealing talismans, making it appear as though something extraordinary lay within. The elders present all became serious, with a hint of excitement. Clearly, this was the objective of their visit!

Su Xiangquan solemnly declared, "I believe all elders already know what this is. Indeed, it is a Jade Talisman capable of delivering a single strike from a Nascent Soul realm cultivator! It was inadvertently discovered by a powerful expert from our Heavenly Secret Pavilion during an exploration of the Great Qian Dynasty ruins. Our tests show that some of its spiritual essence has been lost, so its power is not at its peak. However, it can still achieve the power of a first-tier Nascent Soul realm! What this signifies, I'm sure I don't need to elaborate."

Suddenly, Jiang Fan abruptly sat up.

Liu Qingxian also stood up in surprise, moving to the glass to observe. Her beautiful face was filled with astonishment. "A Jade Talisman with a Nascent Soul strike!" she gasped. "With this jade talisman, who in the lands of the Nine Sects could withstand a single blow? Even the nine sect masters would find it hard to escape death! Is the Heavenly Secret Pavilion truly auctioning such a dangerous item? Aren't they afraid of causing chaos among the Nine Sects?"

Jiang Fan's eyes also reflected shock. No wonder powerful figures from various sects had flocked to this auction; it was because such an extraordinary item was being put up for sale. His eyes burned with fervor. If he had it in hand, what would he fear from a beast tide?

As he counted his 630,000 spirit stones, Jiang Fan couldn't help but frown deeply. This money might not be enough!

Su Xiangquan was very pleased with the reactions from all sides. He announced with emphasis, "The Nascent Soul Strike Jade Talisman is a Heaven-tier auction item, with a starting price of 100,000!"

"Our Giant Sect, 500,000!"

The Giant Sect elder immediately offered a sky-high price, one that would make all martial arts families despair. However, the elders present had all come under strict orders from their respective sects, determined to acquire this item! Whoever possessed this jade talisman would command an invincible, sect-guarding weapon, ensuring that no other sect would dare to provoke them. Otherwise, if a jade talisman were unleashed, even the sect master would die with regret!

"Myriad Sword Gate, 600,000!""Spirit Beast Sect, 700,000!""Supreme Sect, 800,000!"

The bidding continued, and Jiang Fan gave a wry smile. 600,000 spirit stones were indeed far from enough. An item contended for by the Nine Sects was truly not something a mere disciple like him could get involved in.

Ultimately, the Giant Sect elder's bid of 2,000,000 spirit stones brought the frenzied auction to a halt. Liu Qingxian clicked her tongue in amazement. "Two million!" she exclaimed. "Our entire Azure Cloud Sect's expenses for a whole year are less than two million! The Giant Sect really put down a fortune!"

Jiang Fan said, "Two million is not a large sum for a Jade Talisman with a Nascent Soul strike. With this talisman in hand, the Giant Sect can generate profits far exceeding two million! Imagine, when the Giant Sect competes for territory with neighboring sects, who would dare to contend if they brought out this jade talisman? The long-term profits generated from even a single piece of territory would undoubtedly exceed two million. Moreover, as long as this jade talisman remains unused, the Giant Sect can use it for extensive extortion."

After hearing the analysis, Liu Qingxian glared angrily at Feng Guchan. "If that's the case," she fumed, "why is the Grand Elder acting like a block of wood, neither competing nor trying to acquire it?" The other eight sects were fiercely bidding, but only the Azure Cloud Sect remained silent.

Jiang Fan shook his head. "If the jade talisman were acquired, who should logically keep it?"

"The Azure Cloud Sect Master, of course!" Liu Qingxian replied subconsciously. Only after speaking did she realize why Feng Guchan hadn't placed a bid. Even without the jade talisman, Liu Wenchen could already barely suppress him. If he possessed the talisman, the Grand Elder would never be able to rise above him for the rest of his life. Therefore, for his own benefit, he would absolutely not allow the Azure Cloud Sect to obtain the jade talisman.

"That old man," Liu Qingxian fumed, "is putting his own interests above those of the entire sect!"

Jiang Fan said, exasperated, "Who told you to send him to bid?"

At this point, Chen Luoyue ascended the stage, feeling quite pressured. With treasures like the Swift Gale Bead and the Uncharted Path Powder, she had previously accumulated significant auction sums, leaving Su Xiangquan far behind. Now, however, with the sale of a single Nascent Soul Strike Jade Talisman, Su Xiangquan had not only recovered his disadvantage but had also overtaken her by 400,000 spirit stones. Could she turn the tide with the last three Rejuvenation Pills?

Feeling anxious, she took out three Rejuvenation Pills. The audience below looked at them with unfamiliar expressions. "Is this Vice President Chen's grand finale item? I thought it would be something as astonishing as the attack jade talisman. A few pills? How can these be presented as a Heaven-tier item? No interest, I'm leaving."

As soon as the pills were displayed, the guests below began to rise, having lost interest. Chen Luoyue grew anxious internally and immediately introduced, "This is one of the nine great ancient healing spirit pills, named Rejuvenation Pill. It has miraculous effects on both internal and external injuries." However, the crowd remained uninterested.

As a finale item, the price was often extremely expensive. Even if they sorely lacked life-saving spirit pills, they were not foolish enough to pay the exorbitant price typically demanded for a finale item. Guests began to rise and depart one after another. Some elders also began to leave their private rooms.

But at that moment, a surprised voice emanated from one of the private rooms. It was Shangguan Sheng. "Rejuvenation Pill?" he questioned. "Vice President Chen, are you certain this is that specific pill? I once discussed this pill with a three-star soul master from the Heavenly Secret Pavilion. He claimed it was comparable to an immortal elixir, capable of ensuring survival if one carried it."

Chen Luoyue quickly confirmed, "Yes, after identification, it is indeed the Rejuvenation Pill."

Shangguan Sheng mused, "Could I verify it on the spot? If it is indeed the Rejuvenation Pill, this old man is willing to purchase it at a high price."

Chen Luoyue was eager for a highly respected senior to endorse the Rejuvenation Pill. She immediately agreed.

And so, Shangguan Sheng emerged from his private room and walked onto the stage. The departing guests were swayed by the sight of the renowned Shangguan Sheng, realizing that this Rejuvenation Pill must indeed be extraordinary. They promptly returned to their seats, waiting for Shangguan Sheng's verification.

Shangguan Sheng took out a small jade knife and gently scraped a bit of powder from one of the Rejuvenation Pills. He then publicly displayed it to the crowd, saying, "Although the field of alchemy differs from our medical path, there are some intersections. I may not be able to judge pills that enhance cultivation, but for healing elixirs, I am confident I can provide a highly accurate assessment." Everyone was convinced by his words. Healing belonged to the medical path domain, and in this aspect, Shangguan Sheng was the top authority in the lands of the Nine Sects.

Everyone watched patiently. Shangguan Sheng carefully sniffed the powder, his face revealing approval. "The medicinal fragrance is strong, and the vital energy is rich," he commented. "It is indeed an excellent healing pill. But to know just how effective it is, one must try it."

He extended his arm, and under the admiring gaze of the crowd, he cut open his own arm, using himself as the experimental subject. Blood gushed from the wound, which was deep enough to reveal bone. Shangguan Sheng endured the pain and poured the powder onto it.

Then, a sight that made everyone spring to their feet unfolded! Their faces contorted in horror as they stared in disbelief at the scene before them!