Sword technique!
Martial arts skill!
Since coming to the underground caves, Chen Yu had seen magic tomes, and he never expected to have the chance to encounter a sword skill again.
It's just that—
He wondered what the meaning of this pseudo-Yellow grade sword technique was.
Chen Yu had noticed that after Dai Bi announced the cultivation technique's grade, the auction fell into dead silence for a moment, only to be replaced by rapid breathing.
"Pseudo-Yellow grade!"
"I can't believe I'm actually seeing a pseudo-Yellow grade sword technique!"
Compared to the weapons auctioned earlier.
The sword technique!
Undoubtedly, it was far more impactful.
Weapons were always disposable.
Just like if you, at Bronze level, wielded a Bronze weapon, you could still use it somewhat when you reached Silver, but what if you reached Gold realm?
Clearly, a Bronze weapon would be too inferior.
Sword skills were different.
These could be used for a lifetime.
Higher realms brought greater comprehension of sword skills, making them effective in combat at any time.
After a brief moment of shock.
Chen Yu looked at the secret manual with a burning gaze.
"Pseudo-Yellow grade."
Chen Yu murmured as he looked at the manual.
"Tch~ it's just pseudo-Yellow grade, what's so great about that?" the little demon scoffed, crossing its arms. "Red, orange, yellow, green, cyan, blue, purple. It hasn't even reached true Yellow grade, it's just pseudo-Yellow grade above Orange, a beginner sword technique, not worth mentioning."
Neither in words nor in expression did the little demon place any importance on it.
"Tsk, is this the Great Demon King?"
Chen Yu rolled his eyes repeatedly.
The Demon King's Castle had been reduced to ruins, and it had to seek refuge in his watch. Its standards of judgment still remained at the level of being a Great Demon King.
Where did that confidence come from?
"You don't believe me?" the little demon chuckled. "If you train diligently, when you reach Silver grade, I'll show you what truly high-grade cultivation techniques are."
"Really!"
Chen Yu was astonished.
He truly hadn't expected such good fortune.
"I'm currently at the peak of Bronze, just a step away from Silver," Chen Yu exclaimed. "Don't brag to me."
"Once you take that step, I'll absolutely satisfy you."
"Hiss!"
Such confidence.
It seemed the little demon truly had something prepared.
"Can I ask what grade of cultivation technique you've prepared for me?" Chen Yu raised an eyebrow. "Tell me, so I can get some motivation."
"It's higher than Yellow grade, anyway."
The little demon looked disdainfully at the eager crowd outside.
"Pseudo-Yellow grade, they're actually auctioning this? It really is a small city-state. Don't overthink it. You'll know when you reach Silver realm."
"Got it!"
Chen Yu grinned.
He was already ready to await the little demon's gift.
Above Yellow grade.
That would be at least Green grade, right?
"Then, do I not need to participate in this cultivation technique?" Chen Yu tentatively whispered. The little demon pouted, "Why waste the money? Don't underestimate this technique, it'll still sell for a hundred thousand or two hundred thousand. Wouldn't it be better to save that money for other resources?"
"The Demon King teaches wisely!"
At this moment, Chen Yu treated the little demon with utmost respect.
A cultivation technique from the Demon King.
It would definitely be extraordinary.
Since he didn't need to bid for the sword technique, Chen Yu decided to be a mere spectator, or perhaps he could cause some trouble. Whoever bid on the manual, he would drive up the price.
To ruin them!
"Everyone, this sword technique was obtained by an adventurer opening a treasure chest in the wild. We at Elton Chamber of Commerce have thoroughly investigated its origin, and there are no issues," Dai Yu said with a smile. "Anyone interested can bid with confidence."
"Don't waste time, let's start bidding!"
Someone at the auction was already impatient.
Pseudo-Yellow grade.
So many people were already driven mad by it.
"The pricing for this item was not set by our Chamber of Commerce, but by the adventurer who provided the technique. The starting bid is 150,000 gold coins." Dai Bi whispered with a charming smile on her face.
Gulp.
Instantly, the auction hall fell silent again.
Chen Yu also noticed this scene.
It seemed that although the sword technique was good, the price was indeed a bit high. Many interested individuals did not have the financial capacity to afford it.
But—
Even if the price was high, it didn't mean everyone couldn't afford it.
As expected.
After a half-minute lull in the auction, a middle-aged man dressed as a mercenary from downstairs raised his hand and shouted.
"160,000!"
Hiss!
There are capable people among the mercenaries!
Seeing a mercenary offering such a high price of 160,000, Chen Yu realized he had underestimated mercenaries. He had thought that all the wealthy people must be merchants.
He hadn't expected that these mercenaries who braved the wilderness were also hidden moguls.
Upon further thought, it was understandable.
Although the wilderness was dangerous for mercenaries, it was also full of opportunities. Who knew when opening a treasure chest might yield something valuable, which could be sold for a huge profit.
Take Chen Yu for example, he had also gotten rich by opening treasure chests.
After calling out the price to the mercenary, Chen Yu didn't pay much attention. He was more interested in the wealthy patrons in the private rooms, especially those few key individuals marked in his notebook.
If they dared to bid, Chen Yu would drive them to the limit.
"200,000!"
Within half a minute, Chen Yu saw a beastman bid from a private room.
A crocodile.
His image was in the notebook.
"220,000."
The mercenary from downstairs continued to bid after hearing the crocodile's offer.
"250,000."
Hearing this number, the mercenary's facial muscles twitched, but he ultimately clenched his fist in unwilling resignation and withdrew from the bidding.
While the sword technique was good,
The financial resources of these freelance mercenaries were indeed incomparable to those of the wealthy patrons.
The crocodile by the window was full of smiles.
He, in fact, had come to the auction specifically for this sword technique. He had prepared ample funds for it, as long as—
"300,000."
A faint, lingering whisper echoed.
This familiar voice caused everyone at the auction to subconsciously turn their heads. They saw Chen Yu standing by the window, a smile on his face.
It was him!
Seeing this, the crocodile gritted his teeth.
He feared Chen Yu the most. This guy's financial strength was unfathomable. If he truly intended to fight to the end, the crocodile might not be Chen Yu's match.
"320,000."
The crocodile gritted his teeth and growled.
"400,000."
Chen Yu whispered again.
"450,000!"
The skin on the crocodile's face seemed to tremble, and Chen Yu did not follow up with any bids for a while. Everyone assumed Chen Yu was preparing to give up, and the crocodile was just about to rejoice—
"500,000."
Chen Yu's expression was indifferent.
As soon as this price was announced, the entire auction hall erupted in a clamor.
This price was the highest for any item at the auction. No one had expected a pseudo-Yellow grade secret manual to reach such a level.
Dai Bi on stage also wore a brilliant smile.
This price exceeded everyone's imagination. Even if this item was only consigned, the Elton Chamber of Commerce would earn a substantial amount from the commission fees.
"600,000!"
As he uttered this number, the crocodile's eyes turned red.
Gasps of amazement were heard incessantly. The other attendees at the auction instinctively looked towards Chen Yu in private room 006, all awaiting Chen Yu to bid again.
However, to everyone's surprise.
"You win."
Chen Yu spread his hands with a smile, his face filled with playful mockery.
"This manual is yours."