Chapter 479: Information on the Samsara Cave Mansion
"Seven million one hundred thousand!"
Sha Li's sudden bid from the VIP seats immediately drew the attention of everyone present.
No one had expected the top genius of the Blood Demon Shark Clan to show interest in the Three Beasts Yuan Transfer Technique. After all, as a powerful sea demon clan, the Blood Demon Shark Clan had their own unique inheritances.
However, the eyes of those who were aware of recent events flickered subtly. They knew that Sha Li had a significant conflict with Lin Langtian just a few days ago. Although that clash was paused by the interference of the Ten Thousand Commerce Tower, it was evidently far from over. Now, it seemed the battlefield had shifted to the auction house.
"Seven million five hundred thousand!" Lin Langtian said, his brows slightly knitted together.
As the leader of a faction, he naturally valued his promises. Since he had already committed to gifting the Three Beasts Yuan Transfer Technique to the Liu brothers, there was no reason to retreat halfway. If Sha Li intended to play tricks, Lin Langtian was ready to counter.
With Lin Langtian's new bid, countless gazes shot over, the crowd clearly enjoying this unfolding rivalry.
Even Li Feier, standing on the stage, glanced curiously at Lin Langtian before turning her gaze toward the Liu brothers behind him, evidently grasping something about their relationship.
Yet despite her inclination to favor Lin Langtian, she understood the rules of the auction house—only the highest bidder would win, something even she couldn't change.
But judging from Sha Li's expression, he clearly wasn't planning to let this matter go easily.
"Seven million six hundred thousand!" Sha Li called out again with a playful smirk directed toward Lin Langtian. Even those unaware of their history could clearly see he was deliberately targeting Lin Langtian.
"Eight million!" Lin Langtian responded expressionlessly. However, observant individuals noticed a subtle killing intent emerging in his eyes.
Sha Li was sticking to him like glue, irritating Lin Langtian more and more. Even someone as composed as Lin Langtian was struggling to suppress his irritation.
"Ha, nine million!" Sha Li seemed to sense Lin Langtian's anger and further provoked him.
As a direct descendant of the Blood Demon Shark Clan, Sha Li possessed wealth comparable to many faction leaders. This time, he raised the price by a full million, clearly determined to give Lin Langtian no chance.
"Master, perhaps we should let it go. Our Heavenly Palace has just been established and still needs resources to grow," Liu Da suggested, clearly conflicted but still considering the faction's broader interest.
Lin Langtian shook his head slightly. This was no longer merely about the Three Beasts Yuan Transfer Technique; it was also about reputation. Just as he was about to speak again, a crisp voice unexpectedly rang out beside him.
"Ten million!"
The entire hall erupted in commotion, and even Lin Langtian was momentarily stunned. Turning his head, he saw Mu Lingshan smiling sweetly up at him.
The auction hall erupted into surprised murmurs, countless people staring blankly at the adorable young girl with twin pigtails. No one had expected such a staggering bid to come from her small mouth.
"Lingshan, you…" Lin Langtian looked at Mu Lingshan in surprise, clearly not expecting her sudden intervention.
"That guy was just too annoying," Mu Lingshan grumbled defiantly.
Li Feier on stage was also momentarily stunned by Mu Lingshan's bold bid, but soon recovered. Given the information available to her, she was aware of the young girl's extraordinary background. Although ten million was a fortune for most, it wasn't an astronomical amount for a favored young genius like Mu Lingshan.
Seeing no irregularities, Li Feier immediately continued, "Ten million, going once."
Sha Li's originally smug expression darkened significantly. Staring coldly at Lin Langtian and Mu Lingshan, he sneered again, unwilling to yield so easily. "Eleven million!"
Lin Langtian frowned deeply. Was this fellow truly determined to drag this out?
"Thirteen million!" Mu Lingshan, evidently riled up by Sha Li's provocations, abruptly stood up on her seat, her two pigtails bouncing energetically as she shouted another astonishing price, causing an uproar once more.
Sha Li's expression twisted visibly. Even to him, thirteen million was a considerable sum. Yet this little girl from the Undying Holy Whale Clan called it out without hesitation. It was no wonder she was rumored to be highly favored within her clan.
"Fourteen million!" Sha Li called out through gritted teeth, his voice dripping with venom.
By now, it was apparent to everyone that Sha Li's bids were purely aimed at antagonizing Lin Langtian. Even a high-tier Heaven-rank martial art wouldn't normally reach such absurd heights in price.
Onlookers from prominent factions at the front seats watched this spectacle with amused expressions, curious to see how far the competition would go.
Mu Lingshan placed her hands on her hips, looking disdainfully toward Sha Li. Her youthful voice echoed defiantly, "Eighteen million!"
A collective gasp filled the auction hall, and countless eyes stared incredulously at the petite figure who boldly declared such an extravagant sum. Was she treating money like mere beans?
Sha Li's face twisted into an extremely ugly expression at Mu Lingshan's boldness. He had intended only to embarrass Lin Langtian a little, but now this young girl had utterly crushed him.
"Young Master Sha Li…" Several elders by Sha Li's side anxiously advised him, reminding him of their ultimate goal and the foolishness of wasting resources here out of sheer pride.
"You add! You add! Go on, add more!" Mu Lingshan continued tauntingly, her sweet voice echoing mockingly across the hall.
Her adorable yet provocative stance caused the entire hall to burst into laughter. Sha Li, feeling humiliated in public by a mere child, visibly trembled with rage.
"You—!" Sha Li nearly exploded, his eyes turning dangerously red. Only the urgent coaxing from his elders finally calmed him enough to grudgingly slump back into his seat in disgrace.
Mu Lingshan immediately turned triumphantly toward Lin Langtian, flashing a bright, victorious smile.
Lin Langtian helplessly smiled, lightly chiding, "Even if you have money, that's not how you should spend it."
But Mu Lingshan ignored his gentle reprimand, still radiating satisfaction from successfully embarrassing Sha Li.
Seeing no one dared bid higher, Li Feier smiled and officially declared, "If there are no higher bids, the Three Beasts Yuan Transfer Technique belongs to this young lady."
After that episode, Lin Langtian felt significantly more at ease, continuing to watch the auction with great interest. It proved remarkably rich in offerings, ranging from martial arts and spiritual treasures to rare ingredients.
To his delight, the Sea King Spirit Grass needed to break Mu Lingshan's seal soon appeared, and Lin Langtian successfully purchased it for one million Xuan Yuan Pills without interference from Sha Li, who was evidently wary of Mu Lingshan's seemingly endless wealth.
"Dong!"
As excitement from the previous bids died down, the auction hall quieted when a sharp bell rang again. A new treasure was unveiled: a low-grade Pure Yuan treasure—a dark-red spear named the Fire Dragon Mountain-Splitting Spear.
A fierce bidding war ensued, finally ending at twenty-seven million Xuan Yuan Pills, won by the Shura Gate faction. Lin Langtian admired the spear greatly but lacked sufficient funds to compete. Though Mu Lingshan had wealth, he certainly wouldn't rely on her for this.
"Now, we arrive at the auction's grand finale," Li Feier announced with a mysterious smile. Immediately, representatives from every major faction straightened in anticipation.
"This final item relates to the cave mansion of a Samsara-stage expert. I need not explain its value," she declared calmly.
Instantly, the crowd erupted into chaos. Countless people sprang to their feet, their expressions bordering on frenzy. Li Feier calmly produced a black token, about a foot in length, emanating an ancient, mysterious energy.
Lin Langtian's eyes immediately locked onto the token as the Devouring Ancestral Symbol within him shook violently. From the token, he sensed a familiar energy—the unmistakable resonance of the Devouring Ancestral Symbol itself.
"That token…" Lin Langtian's heart raced with excitement. He quickly realized, without a doubt, the Samsara Cave Mansion described by Li Feier was indeed related to the inheritance of the ancient master of the Devouring Ancestral Symbol he had been seeking!
"Yes, there's no mistake…" Lin Langtian murmured softly, his eyes narrowing, excitement stirring deeply within him.
"This Samsara Cave Mansion must belong to the Devouring Ancestral Symbol's ancient master!"
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