With Mo Tianxing’s words, the massive auction venue fell into an unusual silence. Countless gazes swept toward the VIP seats, aware that, due to the preciousness of the Bodhi Corporeal Saliva, ordinary people could not possibly acquire it. The only ones with the qualifications and strength to do so were the powerful entities and well-established forces seated in those VIP seats.
The VIP seats were eerily silent as well. Even some of the larger factions that had been restless before now refrained from speaking out hastily. They leaned back in their chairs, gently tapping their fingers on the armrests, saying nothing.
“Hehe, it seems I was not clear enough,” Mo Tianxing said, somewhat taken aback by the silence. He then chuckled lightly, “Due to the extreme value of the Bodhi Corporeal Saliva, the auction method is rather unique. If anyone is interested, please enter the auction platform individually and show me what you can offer in exchange. Then, I will select the one who offers the item of the highest value and complete the transaction with them.”
Hearing this, many people were taken aback, and some even began to grumble. However, they understood that, given the precious nature of the Bodhi Corporeal Saliva, the items offered by the major factions would also be extremely rare. Everyone knew that wealth should not be displayed, a principle that even they followed, let alone the major powers and strong figures of the Black-Corner Region.
Xiao Yan was also momentarily taken aback by this rule. However, he quickly recovered, nodding slightly. This way, it indeed avoided some unnecessary trouble. After all, if the items brought out were too valuable, it might attract unwanted attention and cause more problems.
He was not the only one with this thought. After Mo Tianxing spoke, many others relaxed visibly, nodding in agreement. Seeing the tension ease, Mo Tianxing smiled and moved his hand, causing the light around the auction platform to brighten. As the light intensified, the inside of the platform became increasingly hazy until it was almost completely invisible.
With the auction platform shrouded in the dense light, Mo Tianxing’s voice rang out: “Ladies and gentlemen, I trust you feel assured now? If so, then please proceed. However, please follow the rules: enter one at a time and do not come in pairs. Of course, under such public scrutiny, surely no one would worry about me doing anything unseemly inside?”
At these words, many people smiled faintly. Any foul play by the Black Emperor Sect in such a setting would essentially be suicide, given the gathered strength and power of the other factions. Some of the present forces were just as formidable as the Black Emperor Sect. If provoked, they could band together and annihilate the sect.
Shortly after Mo Tianxing finished speaking, a middle-aged man from the VIP seats stood up, his face alight with excitement. He flashed over and entered the light beam without hesitation.
Watching the middle-aged man disappear, Xiao Yan, under his black robe, couldn’t help but fidget with his storage ring. He had gone through great lengths to prepare for this Bodhi Corporeal Saliva, wondering if his offerings could stand up to the prepared items of the other bidders.
“Why don’t you wait a bit before entering?” Xiao Yixian, noticing the dense light beam, furrowed her brows and suggested softly.
“There’s no need to worry. The Black Emperor Sect wouldn’t dare to cheat here. Besides, even if Mo Tianxing himself tried something, he wouldn’t be able to stop me without using his true strength.” Xiao Yan smiled faintly, knowing Xuan Yixian’s concern. However, Mo Tianxing wouldn’t risk such a foolish act with so many eyes watching.
Seeing Xiao Yan’s resolve, Xiao Yixian nodded slightly, “If so, I’ll follow your lead. But remember, if you don’t come out in five minutes, I’ll force my way in.”
Xiao Yan was surprised but nodded with a smile.
Under the watchful eyes of the crowd, about three minutes later, the middle-aged man emerged, shaking his head in disappointment and returning to his seat. It seemed his offering did not meet Mo Tianxing’s approval.
Seeing the first bidder return, others with lingering doubts felt reassured. A yellow-robed elder with a sullen expression quickly stood up and entered the light.
With the first entry, the process went smoothly. People kept entering the light, but most came out with somber faces, indicating their offerings were unsatisfactory. A few, however, exited with smiles, seeming confident in their items.
Xiao Yan watched calmly, not rushing in. During this time, the old man with the eagle nose and gray hair, who had earlier acquired the “Shadow Technique” scroll, slowly rose to his feet.
Seeing this, Xiao Yan’s heart tensed. The old man was one of the few he couldn’t fully read, and he recognized him as a formidable rival. The old man seemed to be a known figure among the veteran strongmen of the Black-Corner Region. As he stood up, the uninvolved members of the Magic Flame Valley and Elder Su Qian and others’ expressions changed, and their eyes followed him.
The eagle-nosed elder paid no heed to the gazes and vanished from the spot, his speed causing Xiao Yan’s pupils to narrow. This old man, with a different aura from ordinary Battle Sect, must also be a Battle Sect!
“The Black-Corner Region truly hides dragons and crouches tigers. I’ve never heard of this person, yet his strength is formidable…” Xiao Yan murmured under his hood, his face grave.
Just as he had this thought, the space where the old man had vanished flickered, and he reappeared with a faint smile, seemingly confident in his bid. He returned to his seat and closed his eyes, appearing nonchalant.
Seeing his actions, many frowned.
After the enigmatic old man, the Magic Flame Valley’s Elder Dialect also entered the light, returning shortly with a smile, suggesting they brought something valuable.
Xiao Yan, observing Dialect’s return, frowned and was about to rise when he saw his brother Xiao Li stand up and enter the light.
Surprised, Xiao Yan wondered if the Xiao Sect also sought the Bodhi Corporeal Saliva. But how could they have something that would interest Mo Tianxing?
Spotting Elder Su Qian, Xiao Yan nodded, understanding the situation.
Xiao Li emerged after a few minutes, neither happy nor disappointed, likely their offer was not highly regarded.
Xiao Yan then stood up. As a figure of interest, his action drew many gazes. Ignoring them, he moved gracefully into the light beam.
Inside, the intense light made him squint, and he opened his eyes warily, seeing Mo Tianxing smiling at him. Behind him was Qi Shan, the red-faced elder with whom Xiao Yan had clashed.
“Xiao Xie, I’ve been waiting for you,” Mo Tianxing said, looking at Xiao Yan like he was a plump sheep.
Xiao Yan smirked inwardly, glancing at the crystal box. The thick, lifelike liquid inside amazed him. “This is the Bodhi Corporeal Saliva?”
“Yes, this is it. The Black Emperor Sect would not dare to fake it. What are you offering in exchange, Mr. Xie?”
After a moment of contemplation, Xiao Yan snapped his fingers, producing a jade bottle containing a dragon-eye-sized pill.
“This is a top-grade sixth-level pill, the Clan Breaking Pill. I’m sure you’ve heard of it. I won’t elaborate on its effects.”
As the jade bottle floated toward Mo Tianxing, he and Qi Shan trembled, their eyes filled with unrestrained joy.
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