Chapter 1364: Chapter 1364: Auction (Part 4)
“Damn! This is freaking amazing!”
“Ah… Honey, I want…”
“…”
The scene was once again plunged into chaos, but fortunately, the security personnel from before were still around, and they quickly managed to restore order.
“These Spiritual Artifacts are crafted by Master Ge using special techniques, and they can store Spirit Crystals and Spiritual Energy on their own.”
The auctioneer continued to explain, “But that’s not the most impressive part. The most impressive part is that with Master Ge Ding’s special techniques, even an ordinary person can successfully activate the Defensive Shield.”
Rumble~
This statement by the auctioneer was like thunder out of a clear sky, and everyone in the auction hall fell into unprecedented silence.
For a moment, all that could be heard was the heavy breathing of hundreds, if not thousands of people.
Everyone present, who doesn’t have a few non-cultivator relatives or friends? They’ve always been worried sick about the safety of their loved ones.
At this moment, they were already imagining the relief they would feel when their loved ones donned this necklace.
Even Ye Haochuan’s breathing quickened a bit.
“Can the auction be delayed?”
As the crowd fell silent, a voice rang out from one of the private boxes.
“Yes! Yes! We request the auction be postponed!”
“Agreed!”
“…”
The scene instantly became chaotic again, even the Innate Stage security personnel struggled to maintain control of the atmosphere.
Hearing these voices, Ye Haochuan couldn’t help but furrow his brows. If the auction were truly delayed, it would undoubtedly be bad news for him.
Although he wasn’t short on money, he didn’t want to waste it casually. After all, it’s not like there’s always a warehouse for him to empty.
“Quiet!”
Suddenly, a formidable wave of spiritual pressure descended upon the auction hall.
Then, an elder landed on the auction stage. He was clearly a Core Formation Mid-Stage cultivator, who, after descending, stood silently next to the auction platform.
“Everyone, don’t worry. This is Elder Wang from our auction house. As long as no one violates the auction house rules, Elder Wang won’t trouble anyone.”
The auctioneer said with a bright smile.
No need for her to say more; feeling the pressure, everyone quieted down. No one wanted to provoke a Core Formation Mid-Stage cultivator.
Only Ye Haochuan smiled as he looked at this person, finding a mere Core Formation Mid-Stage cultivator not threatening at all.
“Alright, the auction continues now!”
Seeing the crowd calm down, Elder Wang nodded to the auctioneer.
“Very well! This auction item is a set and will not be sold separately. The starting bid is ten million low-grade Spirit Crystals.”
The auctioneer understood and directly announced the price without elaborating further.
“Not bad!”
Ye Haochuan nodded with a smile. Not delaying the auction was undoubtedly good news for him.
He glanced at the set of Spiritual Artifacts on the auction table, ready to place a bid.
Suddenly.
“Twenty million low-grade Spirit Stones!”
The previously bold voice rang out again, immediately doubling the bid, clearly showing his determination.
“Hmph! Twenty-five million low-grade Spirit Stones!”
The sinister elderly voice replied without hesitation.
Following these bids, people noticed that Elder Wang didn’t react, emboldening everyone else.
“Thirty million Spirit Stones!”
A woman’s voice came from one of the private boxes.
“Thirty-four million!”
“Thirty-six million!”
“Thirty-six point five million!”
“…”
The bidding voices rose one after another.
“Forget it, let these guys bid first. I’ll put my offer in at the end.”
Seeing the bustling scene, Ye Haochuan lost interest in bidding immediately.
“Seventy million!”
At this moment, the bold voice rang out again, and after this shout, everyone fell silent.
“Haha, this guy!”
Ye Haochuan chuckled, shaking his head, realizing that this guy always bid when he was about to express interest.
Seventy million was more or less the limit, given that present today, apart from Ye Haochuan, the highest cultivation present was Foundation Establishment Peak.
For cultivators at this level, besides those from major powers, who could have that much spare cash? Not everyone had emptied multiple warehouses like Ye Haochuan.
In addition, due to the short notice, many people from major powers sighed and shook their heads, giving up on the competition.
Even the madams and young ladies lost interest, thinking seventy million low-grade Spirit Crystals! If they had that money, they could live a lavish life without needing this necklace.
“Seventy-one million!”
Just when everyone thought that the bold man would take the Spiritual Artifacts, just as Ye Haochuan was about to make a move, the sinister elder placed another bid.
“Seventy-three million! I don’t believe you can go higher.”
The bold man growled, gritting his teeth.
“Hehe, seventy-five million, I’ll fight to the end with you!”
The sinister elder replied defiantly.
“Hmph!”
This time, the bold man just snorted and remained silent, evidently giving up.
“Seventy-five million going once, is there a higher offer?”
The auctioneer’s face was flushed with excitement, thinking of all the commission she’d earn.
“Eighty million!”
Seeing that no one seemed to be competing anymore, Ye Haochuan spoke without hesitation.
“Kid! Where are you from? Daring to snatch things from me…”
The sinister elder threatened ominously.
“Are you trying to break the rules?”
Before he could finish, Elder Wang’s authoritative voice rose.
“No… I wouldn’t dare…”
The sinister elder instantly backed down.
“Hahaha…”
The bold man chuckled exaggeratedly, laughing with delight.
“Alright, as long as no rules are broken, you can compete freely.”
Said Elder Wang, then he fell silent.
“Yes!”
The sinister elder responded, then said, “I bid eighty-three million. If it goes higher, I’m out.”
“Hehe, fine, then I’ll gladly take it, eighty million five hundred thousand!”
Ye Haochuan wasn’t interested in competing with mere Foundation Establishment Stage people, so he simply added another two million low-grade Spirit Crystals.
“Eighty million five hundred thousand low-grade Spirit Crystals, is there a higher bid?”
The auctioneer was trembling with excitement.
“Elder Wang, I request a fund verification!”
The sinister elder suddenly said.
To prevent false bids, the auction house indeed allowed for funds verification. If anyone was found unable to pay after placing a bid, they’d be thrown out on the spot.
The previous bidder would then have the right to purchase the auctioned item at their last bid.
“Hmph!”
Ye Haochuan was immediately displeased. He hadn’t competed earlier out of courtesy, and since the previous person had provoked him, he hadn’t bothered to retaliate. He couldn’t believe this person still wouldn’t let it go.