The words “High Rank Profound Stage martial technique” brought a sudden silence to the auction hall. Compared to the foundation-building spirit liquid earlier, the stir caused by the fighting spirit technique was undoubtedly more shocking. While medicinal pills are precious, they can only be used for a short time. On the other hand, a fighting spirit technique can be used for a lifetime, and even passed down to future generations. In a way, high-ranking fighting spirit techniques are more maddening than medicinal pills! After all, as long as one has a high-rank technique, even without the support of spirit medicines, they will eventually become a powerful figure. Without a technique, no matter how many spirit medicines one consumes, it would be difficult to become a true powerhouse.
After a brief moment of shock, people in the hall gradually came back to their senses. Pairs of fiery eyes stared intently at the green scroll on the stage, even the enchanting Yaphira seemed to have been forgotten for a moment.
Xiao Yan, seated at the back, let out a soft breath. High Rank Profound Stage martial technique? No wonder… This level of technique is even higher than the highest-level ‘Raging Lion Rampage’ that the Xiao family possesses. It’s no surprise that the heads of the three major families of Wu Tan City personally came here today. They were all after this thing.
“High Rank Profound Stage…?” Xiao Yan’s gaze swept over the green scroll. Instinctively, he licked his lips. Whoever possessed this scroll would have the key to becoming a powerhouse. Decades later, Wu Tan City would see the rise of a force equal to the three major families.
“High Rank Profound Stage technique, what’s so special about that?” Just as Xiao Yan was feeling a bit sentimental, the voice of the Pharmacist Elder sounded in his heart, rather inappropriately.
“Just a High Rank Profound Stage…?” Xiao Yan rolled his eyes. He simply couldn’t communicate with this old man whose standards were already sky-high. All he could do was pout and remain silent.
“Youngster, focus on your cultivation. When you become a fighter, I’ll show you what a real high-rank technique is!” After saying this, the Pharmacist Elder fell silent.
Pouting, Xiao Yan muttered, “I hope so.”
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“Ladies and gentlemen, this High Rank Profound Stage martial technique was fortuitously found in the mountains by a hunter. It should be a legacy from an ancient practitioner, and its origins are authentic. There won’t be any trouble. Everyone can bid with peace of mind,” Yaphira said with a smile, gently holding the green scroll.
“Miss Yaphira, hurry up and announce the price!” someone in the crowd shouted impatiently.
With a charming smile on her beautiful face, Yaphira smiled and said, “Wind Roll Technique, the starting bid is 200,000 gold coins!”
This astronomical price made the hall suddenly quiet. Clearly, many people didn’t have the means to afford it. In a remote corner, Xiao Yan couldn’t help but shake his head. This woman really was ruthless. 200,000 gold coins, that’s nearly two years’ worth of profit for the Xiao family.
In the front row, Xiao Zhan and his two companions also felt a shudder. But they were helpless. If you don’t buy, there are others who will.
Under the 200,000 gold coin price, the atmosphere grew cold. Facing the awkward silence, Yaphira maintained her charming smile. She was well aware of the allure of this High Rank Profound Stage technique. Some people would likely go bankrupt just to get it.
As she expected, the silence didn’t last long. A middle-aged, balding man trembled as he called out, “210,000!”
Xiao Yan glanced in the direction of the voice. He recognized the balding man; he was the weapons magnate of Wu Tan City, almost monopolizing the weapon sales. Though his power wasn’t as strong as the three major families, he was still a notable figure in the city.
“230,000!” An old man in yellow robes followed closely.
The old man was a big medicine merchant in Wu Tan City, with several medicinal shops under him. His wealth was considerable. Glaring at the old man, the balding man shouted, “240,000!”
Scattered bids echoed in the hall. After all, 200,000 gold coins was enough to deter many.
“300,000!” Gally Bi, sitting in the first row, finally spoke coldly, seeing the two weakening.
With Gally Bi’s bid, the two backed down, shaking their heads in resignation and retreating quietly.
“330,000!” In Wu Tan City, the only families that could compete with the Galley family were the Xiao and Aubba families. The current bidder was Aubba Pa, the head of the Aubba family.
Gally Bi glared coldly at Aubba Pa and said, “350,000!”
Aubba Pa’s mouth twitched, and he shouted, “370,000!”
“380,000!”
“400,000!”
Facing Aubba Pa’s continuous bidding, Gally Bi responded without hesitation, determined to win. When the price reached 430,000, Aubba Pa had to stop. 430,000 gold coins were enough to plunge the Aubba family into an economic crisis.
“450,000!” Seeing Aubba Pa backing down, Gally Bi hadn’t even had time to rejoice when Xiao Zhan’s calm voice made his face dark.
Glaring at Xiao Zhan, Gally Bi was filled with rage. Among the three major families, both the Xiao and Aubba families had Mid-Rank Profound Stage techniques, while only the Galley family had a Low-Rank Profound Stage technique. Thus, Gally Bi was truly determined to go all out this time.
Amidst Aubba Pa’s gloating gaze, Gally Bi gritted his teeth and said, “460,000!”
“500,000!” Xiao Zhan, with a calm face, announced a price that shocked the hall.
On the high platform, Yaphira’s beautiful smile became even more alluring as she watched the intense bidding between the two.
“550,000!” Gally Bi’s eyes reddened slightly. After a moment of silence, he made a desperate bid.
“You win.” Unexpectedly, Xiao Zhan smiled and said to Gally Bi with a teasing tone.
Taken aback, Gally Bi’s face darkened. He realized he had been tricked. “Xiao Zhan, you’re ruthless! I’ll remember this!” Glaring at Xiao Zhan, Gally Bi looked up at the somewhat surprised Yaphira, his anger rising. However, he wasn’t a street thug. With a grim face, he tried to suppress his anger, “Miss Yaphira, shall we conclude this?”
Yaphira’s expression didn’t change despite Gally Bi’s glare. She smiled calmly, her lowered eyes showing a hint of mockery and amusement. The small hammer in her hand struck down as Gally Bi watched intently.
“The Wind Roll Technique, successfully auctioned to Gally Bi!”
Watching the conclusion, Xiao Yan couldn’t help but smile lightly. Slowly standing up, he walked out of the auction hall.
“Sigh, once I get the money, I’ll start cultivating hard. I need to give my father a surprise next year.” As he left, Xiao Yan muttered with a low laugh.
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