This daughter, perhaps she's hallucinating due to some high-end item like the Longevity Grass?
The Longevity Grass, which has always been rumored in the Eastern Immortal Land but never appeared, she claims to have plenty of?
Did she think this was just an ordinary small red grass?
Although Shen Xiaoyan's words were indeed shocking, she still didn't scold her or warn her not to talk nonsense.
In her eyes, her daughter's face was far more important than this so-called Longevity Grass.
She didn't look at her daughter, but transmitted her thoughts, likely to avoid others knowing and to save face.
If Shen Xiaoyan knew that her use of telepathy to prevent others from hearing was misinterpreted this way by Zhen Lingrong, she would definitely kneel down to Zhen Lingrong.
People who overthink things, indeed, are not just figments of imagination.
Shen Xiaoyan had lived two lifetimes. From people's expressions, she could guess their psychological activities, which was a piece of cake for her.
Because, after seeing Zhen Lingrong's complex expression, although she didn't know exactly what Zhen Lingrong was thinking, the only thing she could be sure of was that Zhen Lingrong didn't believe her at all.
But Shen Xiaoyan didn't feel anything about it.
After all, what she said did sound like the ramblings of someone who had been overly stimulated.
But she really couldn't just stand by and watch Zhen Lingrong spend a large sum of money to buy a medicinal herb that she had in abundance.
Therefore, after careful consideration, Shen Xiaoyan asked Luoluo to pick a Longevity Grass, a particularly thriving specimen.
Without looking for a flowerpot, she simply had Luoluo find a brocade box to put it in, and then brought out the brocade box.
When Zhen Lingrong held the brocade box handed to her by Shen Xiaoyan, her expression was still quite complex.
She could tell at a glance that this brocade box, though used to store medicinal herbs, was of poor quality. Her daughter had lived too hard all these years, and even the container for medicinal herbs was so shabby. She would definitely buy her more things later to compensate her.
Zhen Lingrong forgot that Shen Xiaoyan had easily produced those immortal vegetables, spiritual fruits, spiritual teas, immortal wines, and immortal spring water before. Any one of these items, if put up for auction, would have made Shen Xiaoyan wealthy.
But that's how mothers are, always feeling that their children aren't living well enough and wanting to give them better.
Shen Xiaoyan watched Zhen Lingrong stare blankly at the brocade box, her eyes full of heartache, and felt a tingling sensation on her scalp.
Although she didn't know where her mother's thoughts had strayed to this time, she was sure that she hadn't checked what was inside the brocade box yet.
Without delay, she said, "Open it and see if I lied to you."
Zhen Lingrong's train of thought was interrupted by Shen Xiaoyan's voice, and she looked at the brocade box in her hand with newfound seriousness.
Even now, she was still urging her to look at the item inside. Could it be that she wasn't suffering from delusions, but it was real?
Zhen Lingrong harbored a doubting attitude and, with her hand, opened the brocade box that seemed to be in front of her eyes.
But when the brocade box was opened, and the incredibly fresh Longevity Grass came into her sight, Zhen Lingrong's reaction could no longer be described as mere surprise.
Zhen Lingrong looked at the Longevity Grass in her hand, then at the one floating outside in front of Concubine Xiang, planted in an incredibly magnificent flowerpot and looking half-dead. The corners of her lips twitched, and she was speechless.
She had been imagining things earlier, thinking about how to cure her daughter if she really had delusions.
In such a short time, her own face had been slapped by her daughter.
But Zhen Lingrong wasn't angry at all; she was extremely excited.
Her daughter was truly capable, possessing even life-saving herbs like this.
Moreover, this Longevity Grass looked so fresh, still bearing a hint of earthy scent, clearly having been picked not long ago.
It seemed she must have discovered Longevity Grass in some secret place and harvested some to keep.
No wonder she said she had plenty of Longevity Grass just now and told her not to bid.
Judging solely by its quality, the one in her hand was far superior to the one outside.
Under such circumstances, to participate in the bidding would indeed be foolish.
While Zhen Lingrong was still in a daze, Lin Xin and Mi Le Fo were frantic. Outside, Concubine Xiang had already announced the bid, and everyone had started bidding. Listening to the prices rapidly increasing, but their Hall Master was still in a trance, they truly feared that the Longevity Grass would be snatched by someone else.
Fortunately, Zhen Lingrong's daze didn't last too long. After she finally processed this fact, her expression towards Shen Xiaoyan became one of pride.
Having such a daughter was truly her fortune.
Zhen Lingrong looked at Lin Xin and Mi Le Fo, saw the anxiety on their faces, gave a mysterious smile, and then handed them the brocade box.
Lin Xin took the brocade box, exchanged a look with Mi Le Fo, and saw the helplessness in each other's eyes.
Thinking the answer was in this brocade box, he still quickly opened it.
The moment the brocade box opened, both their breaths hitched.
Then, Lin Xin slammed the brocade box shut.
He took a deep breath, then opened the brocade box again.
After confirming that he had seen the same thing twice, Lin Xin expertly closed the brocade box and put it into his spatial ring.
At the same time, he transmitted to Mi Le Fo and Zhen Lingrong, "This item is so precious, it's better to keep it with me for now."
Mi Le Fo was furious upon hearing this, calling Lin Xin shameless for snatching it so brazenly.
Could he easily give up something that had come into his possession?
Zhen Lingrong, however, was indifferent. Her daughter had just said that she had thousands of Longevity Grass, so there was no need to worry about this one.
The purpose of her taking this one out was to prevent Zhen Lingrong from participating in the auction.
Even if she had money, there was no need to spend it unnecessarily.
Zhen Lingrong had originally intended to bid for it for Shen Xiaoyan and Shen Xiaoming. Since Shen Xiaoyan now had so much, there was indeed no need to bid.
Besides, to be honest, she was truly worried about whether she could properly care for the half-dead Longevity Grass outside, even if she managed to bid for it.
As for what Concubine Xiang said, she didn't believe a single word.
If it were really as easy as she claimed, why would the Sacred Word Auction not keep it for themselves and cultivate it?
Unfortunately, everyone present was captivated by the grand promises, without even thinking about the inconsistencies.
Of course, everyone present was not stupid, and they could naturally think of the inconsistencies.
But so what?
Everyone had a hopeful mentality. Perhaps they were thinking that even if the Sacred Word Auction couldn't cultivate it, they might be able to.
Regardless, it was better to bid for it and see.
Even if it was the only one, it was better than nothing.
It must be said that Zhen Lingrong had indeed stayed in the Sacred Spirit Continent for too long; her ability to empathize was truly unparalleled.
Everyone present was indeed thinking this way.
Therefore, the auction was proceeding with great enthusiasm.
The starting bid given by Concubine Xiang was 10,000 Blue Crystal Coins, with each increment no less than 5,000 Blue Crystal Coins.
But from the moment the first person spoke, the price surged by tens of thousands with each bid.
In just a short while, the price had already risen to a million Blue Crystal Coins.
Moreover, Shen Xiaoyan noticed that most of these bidders were from the third floor.
This meant that people on the fourth floor had not yet participated in the bidding.
This situation could only be due to two reasons: either they felt it wasn't the right time to bid, or they saw through it and felt that the Longevity Grass wasn't worth their purchase.
If Shen Xiaoyan were to say it, the people on the fourth floor were likely not bidding for the first reason.
Because she knew that not everyone had as much Longevity Grass as she did, making them indifferent to the one outside the window.
As expected, it wasn't long before people on the fourth floor began to participate in the bidding.
And the first person to bid was none other than Long Ting.
Listening to Long Ting's voice, struggling to suppress his excitement and tremor, Shen Xiaoyan couldn't help but find it a little amusing.
It felt so satisfying to see people treating a blade of grass like a treasure.
In fact, she didn't know that in room number eight of the Heaven character, Long Ting wasn't the only one who was excited.
Or rather, Long Ting wasn't the most excited.
After Long Ting called out 2 million Blue Crystal Coins, he turned to look at Yan Rulie, who was sitting beside him.
Yan Rulie's eyes were wide open, and he stared motionlessly at the Longevity Grass outside, struggling to suppress his voice and say, "Bid. No matter how much anyone else bids, you will match it. You must win the bid."
Long Ting wiped the sweat from his forehead and quickly agreed.
Although he tried his best to maintain a calm demeanor, he still felt strange. Why would Yan Rulie react so strongly?
Was it just because it was a Longevity Grass?
But given Yan Rulie's status, even if he wanted it, he shouldn't be so anxious!
Filled with confusion, Long Ting knew that he couldn't ask anything at the moment.
However, Long Ting far underestimated everyone's obsession with Longevity Grass. After he called out 4 million Blue Crystal Coins, he still wiped his sweat and said to Yan Rulie with some uncertainty, "Sect Leader, this price is truly exorbitant."
This was the truth. The Longevity Grass was worth this price, but only if it were a Longevity Grass that could truly grow and be propagated, not the one in front of them that looked half-dead.
Knowing that Concubine Xiang's words might be false, why was the Sect Leader unwilling to give up?
Yan Rulie didn't even blink. "Continue bidding. Why so much nonsense? I have plenty of crystal coins."
Did this mean they wouldn't be using the Sect Hall's crystal coins?
Long Ting sighed in relief upon hearing this, and when he bid again, he felt much more relaxed.
Since they didn't have to spend the Sect Hall's crystal coins, it meant that no matter how much they spent, it wouldn't cause any losses to the Sect Hall.
With that in mind, what else did he have to worry about?
After calling out two unbelievable prices, Long Ting felt incredibly exhilarated.
He had never imagined that simply uttering a few words could give him such a sense of pride and superiority.
Shen Xiaoyan, sitting in room number one of the Heaven character, felt somewhat numb upon hearing Long Ting's bid of 5 million Blue Crystal Coins.
But it was only her ears that were numb, not her heart.
As a Grand Elder of the Sun Heat Sect, did Long Ting have such great authority? Could he use so many crystal coins?
Most importantly, was the Sun Heat Sect actually this wealthy?
After spending so many crystal coins, were they no longer planning to participate in the subsequent auctions?
Furthermore, weren't they afraid that the Longevity Grass would die, resulting in a complete loss?
The more she thought about it, the stranger it felt. Shen Xiaoyan simply voiced her question to Zhen Lingrong and the other two, "Is the Sun Heat Sect really this wealthy?"
What Shen Xiaoyan didn't expect was that Zhen Lingrong and the other two were just as confused as she was.
Mi Le Fo rubbed his shiny bald head and murmured in disbelief, "When did the Sun Heat Sect become so wealthy?"
However, now that Lin Xin had answered, Yan Rulie felt relieved and secretly decided to make Lin Xin agree to give him the Longevity Grass.
Taking a deep breath, Yan Rulie spoke again, this time with a hint of confidence in his tone.
After all, he felt that it was a sure thing.
He interpreted Lin Xin's previous words as Lin Xin merely wanting more leverage.
He had seen many such people over the years.