Chapter 340: Chapter 325: 34 Kings
"Robbing... this idea sounds quite appealing." Lei Fan chuckled.
"Given the current situation, this is the only way." Lu Chen agreed.
Indeed, robbing is currently the fastest and most direct method, and since they are targeting people from the Dark Holy Banquet or Dark Affiliated Countries, Wang Xu naturally had no objections.
"Alright, let’s rob them this once!"
......
In the blink of an eye, the day of the auction approached.
"Lei Fan, we’ll have to trouble you this time," Wang Xu said.
Only someone with strength surpassing Wang Xu and his group would be able to bid for the Life Casting Grass. To deal with such strong individuals, Wang Xu and Lu Chen knew they were outmatched, and only Lei Fan could handle it.
"Kid Wang, this is the third favor you owe me, remember to repay me in the future!" Lei Fan laughed.
"I will definitely repay you a hundredfold in the future!" Wang Xu said earnestly.
The three of them infiltrated Desolate Fire Main City, donned masks, and wrapped themselves in black robes, paying three million Cosmic Crystals to enter the auction hall.
Inside the hall, there were quite a few Cosmic Martial Artists like Wang Xu and his group who concealed their identities and did not want to be investigated. However, the majority belonged to the Dark Holy Banquet, each with a black mark on them.
They found an ordinary spot and sat side by side, waiting for the auction to begin.
A moment later...
"Ladies and gentlemen! Welcome to this auction held in Desolate Fire Main City. We are very fortunate to have invited the Thirty-Four Kings, who will compete for the treasures alongside you today!"
As soon as the host finished speaking, a stir immediately erupted in the venue. Many eyes followed the direction indicated by the host’s finger, glancing at a luxurious floating box, a hint of reverence in their eyes.
The Thirty-Four Kings, one of the three kings guarding the Desolate Fire Cosmic Country, holds a prestigious status with undeniable prowess.
Yet, reverence is one thing, many people frowned upon hearing that the Thirty-Four Kings would be bidding.
The mighty often wield an undeniable intimidation; if the Thirty-Four Kings fancies something, who would dare to make a move?
It wouldn’t matter if it were other kings, but it happens to be the notorious Thirty-Four Kings. A careless offense against him would surely lead to a bad end.
"Without further ado, let’s present the first item of today’s auction — the Seven Luminaries Glazed Bead!"
A beautiful female attendant brought up a silver plate, and the host directly uncovered it, a burst of dazzling colorful light radiated, captivating and dreamlike.
What many Cosmic Martial Artists drooled over was the bead’s seven kinds of Cosmic Law ripples emanating from it. The ripple of the five elements, light, and darkness appeared on a single treasure.
"A divine treasure-level Spirit Soldier!" Wang Xu, who had developed some ability to appraise treasures, recognized the Seven Luminaries Glazed Bead instantly, itching with desire.
Though Wang Xu could simulate seven Sword Body Fragments, each capable of reaching postnatally divine treasure level, he did not own a true Spirit Soldier. With his current strength, he could wield another Spirit Soldier, greatly enhancing his power.
However, their goal this time was not to contend for treasures but to focus on the buyer of the Life Casting Grass and then proceed with robbing it.
"I bid 60 million Cosmic Crystals!"
"I bid 70 million!"
"80 million!"
"100 million!"
It wasn’t only Wang Xu who recognized the Seven Luminaries Glazed Bead. Many Cosmos Celestial Gods were present, and a divine treasure-level Spirit Soldier was rare in the universe, prompting them to eagerly bid.
The price soared rapidly, easily surpassing 500 million Cosmic Crystals.
But the bidding storm was far from over, escalating, pushing the price to break 1 billion.
Spending 1 billion Cosmic Crystals for a divine treasure-level Spirit Soldier was indeed a bargain.
Seeing this, the host was delighted; the first item sparked fierce competition, elevating the ambiance, which was fantastic for the auction.
The anticipated price of the Seven Luminaries Glazed Bead by the auction house was 1.5 billion. At this trend, it was well within reach.
"1.3 billion!"
As the price reached 1.3 billion, many competing Cosmic Martial Artists shook their heads, choosing to give up, unable to shell out that amount.
"1.35 billion!" But soon, capable individuals followed up with a bid.
The price continued to climb, nearing 1.5 billion, just reaching the ideal price when suddenly, a faint voice echoed in the auction, halting it instantaneously into silence.
"1.48 billion."
The price reported by that voice left many capable individuals the possibility to continue bidding, but none dared to speak further at that moment.
Because the voice came from the box that everyone had been watching, where an infamous, domineering presence was known to reside.
The host, hearing this, his smile froze momentarily before quickly recovering, loudly asking, "The bid is at 1.48 billion, does anyone wish to raise it further?"
The previously bustling auction had already quieted, with no answers for him; the host was left to rapidly count "1.48 billion once, twice, three times, sold!"
As the words fell, the host shook his head slightly, looking resigned.
The second item was a divine medicine, an unusual fragrance wafting through the auction venue. The appearance of the "Ghost God Flower" sparked another bidding frenzy, with many casually glancing at the floating box.
Fortunately, after the Thirty-Four Kings’ intervention with the first item, he no longer bid on subsequent items, allowing the host a slight sigh of relief.
"It’s been two days into the auction, and the Life Casting Grass hasn’t appeared yet?" Wang Xu was a bit impatient.
Each treasure was showcased, contested by Cosmic Martial Artists, and within these two short days, over a thousand treasures were traded here.
"Keep waiting," Lu Chen said in a deep voice.
The Life Casting Grass hadn’t appeared, but many treasures that moved Wang Xu’s heart had. These treasures seemed especially suitable for Wang Xu right now.
For instance, the "Spirit Control Technique," which could significantly enhance Spiritual Consciousness, benefiting even the Cosmic Spirit God, but the price instantly soared to 3 billion. If Wang Xu followed, it would surely draw others’ attention, reluctantly having to forfeit.
Not only were there powerful secret techniques for cultivating Spiritual Consciousness, but also an innate divine treasure-level sword-shaped combat soldier, tempting Wang Xu to the verge of bidding. After all, the Double-Headed Dragon Slash was a postnate divine treasure; if replaced with the one before him, his strength would rise again, defeating the peak Initial Celestial God would be within reach!
"Next, we’ll present to you an extremely rare divine medicine, its greatest effect being to stimulate the regeneration of the Divine Country!" said the host passionately. "Indeed, this divine medicine is the ’Life Casting Grass’ that countless Cosmos Celestial Gods dream of!"
"It’s out!" Wang Xu and his companions were invigorated, their eyes glinting green.
"The Life Casting Grass can regenerate a shattered Divine Country; having it is akin to having another life. So, how many Cosmic Crystals is your life worth? Let me start with a minimum price - 3 billion Cosmic Crystals!"
"4 billion!"
"5 billion!"
Crazy! Everyone was envious!
At the sight of the Life Casting Grass, each Cosmos Celestial God couldn’t help themselves, bidding without hesitation.
The price jumped by a billion each time, leaving Wang Xu somewhat astonished.
"Is the Life Casting Grass that valuable!"
"Heh, the more valuable, the better. The things I want to rob must have this worth!" Lei Fan grinned slyly.
"10 billion!"
"12 billion!"
"15 billion!"
Every capable Cosmos Celestial God placed bids, none willing to back down, making the price skyrocket crazily.
The value of the Life Casting Grass equated to an innate divine treasure, more precious than the Seven Luminaries Glazed Bead, with a price of at least over 20 billion Cosmic Crystals.
"16 billion."
However, once more, that same cold voice of two days prior emerged, plunging the scene into a deadly silence.
The Thirty-Four Kings!
He intended to vie for the Life Casting Grass!
"He’s actually bidding!" Wang Xu was startled, anxiety rising in their hearts.
Once the Thirty-Four Kings spoke, others obviously dared not offend him, all remaining silent, meaning the Life Casting Grass was bound to fall into his hands. By then, would they still be confident in robbing it?
"Lei Fan..." Wang Xu, unable to think of a strategy, sought Lei Fan’s advice.
"No need to say more." Lei Fan licked his lips, his eyes brimming with killing intent, "Let’s move now!" (To be continued. If you like this work, you’re welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly tickets on Qidian (), your support is my utmost motivation. Mobile users, please read at .)