Novel Full Chapter 79: Unsuccessful Bidding
Chapter 79: Chapter 79: Unsuccessful Bidding
"Three thousand two hundred Demon Stones!"
"Three thousand five hundred Demon Stones!"
"..."
Although the Earth Dragon True Blood, which could improve one’s Bloodline aptitude, had some restrictions, it was still extremely popular.
Many Foundation Establishment Great Demons entered the bidding one after another.
With the support of the various Elders’ Demon Stones, Xu Chang’an’s confidence swelled.
Given his own net worth, bidding for this Earth Dragon True Blood should have been a sure thing.
Unfortunately, accumulating Energy for his panel consumed too many Demon Stones.
He spent more than he earned.
"Four thousand Demon Stones!"
Xu Chang’an shouted, officially joining the bidding war.
"Four thousand two hundred Demon Stones!"
His bid was quickly surpassed.
Judging by the voice, which came from private room seventeen, the bidder was likely another Foundation Establishment Great Demon.
"Four thousand five hundred Demon Stones!"
Soon, another new voice rang out, topping the previous bid.
’Hm!?’
Xu Chang’an frowned slightly.
’That voice is very familiar.’
In an instant, he remembered the young woman in the purple dress from the Elixir Workshop.
From Lion’s Mane Cave, the Cyan-eyed Red-haired Lion, Cheng Mengying.
’Why is she bidding on this too!?’
Xu Chang’an was a little confused.
"Four thousand eight hundred Demon Stones!"
Another voice echoed from the floor, raising the price to a new high.
"Five thousand Demon Stones!"
Xu Chang’an gritted his teeth and shouted.
He had already taken stock of how many Demon Stones the elders could lend him.
Combined with his own assets that he could liquidate, he could scrape together about five thousand three hundred Demon Stones.
"Five thousand two hundred Demon Stones!"
Another voice called out.
Just as Xu Chang’an was about to make a bid, a new one beat him to it.
"Five thousand five hundred Demon Stones!"
Inside the private room, a bitter expression appeared on Xu Chang’an’s face.
"Elders, thank you for your generosity. However, my funds are limited, and I can no longer participate in the bidding."
The Elders all tried to comfort him.
"Elder Grey Rat, it’s not your fault. The price is just too high."
"Over five thousand Demon Stones... that’s more expensive than a custom-made Top-grade Magical Artifact!"
Jin Ling’Er walked over and whispered to Xu Chang’an.
"If I sell some of my resources, I can lend you another eight hundred Demon Stones. Want to give it another try?"
"Thank you for your kind offer, Elder, but the price is too high. I give up."
Xu Chang’an politely declined.
But in his heart, he had already formed a plan.
’I am determined to get this Earth Dragon True Blood that enhances Bloodline aptitude.’
If he forced his way into the bidding and won the Earth Dragon True Blood amidst competition from so many Foundation Establishment Great Demons, he would definitely attract unwanted attention.
If things went wrong, he might even draw the hostility of a Foundation Establishment Great Demon.
With his mere Qi Refining Fifth Layer cultivation, even with the status of a Quasi-second-rank Alchemist, he couldn’t withstand the hostility and greed of a Foundation Establishment Great Demon.
’Right, my public identity is definitely not enough to protect me!’
’I’m just a little Mouse Demon with a low cultivation, barely getting by with Alchemy.’
’Who can I afford to provoke, and who can I afford to offend?’
’In that case...’
’Golden Lion, all preparations are complete. Ready to go online at any moment!’
If he hadn’t broken through to the Foundation Establishment Realm and become a Great Demon, Xu Chang’an would never have taken such a risk.
He would rather miss out on the Earth Dragon True Blood than act so recklessly.
But now that he had become a Great Demon, things were different.
Thanks to the perfect breakthrough provided by his panel, under normal circumstances, he could go toe-to-toe with an ordinary Mid-stage Foundation Establishment expert.
And with the help of his Talisman Treasure!
He wouldn’t be afraid even if a Top-tier Great Demon of the Late-stage Foundation Establishment were to attack him!
’Top-tier Great Demons aren’t that easy to come across.’
At Lujiao Mountain, a Great Elk Demon at the Mid-stage Foundation Establishment Minor Achievement realm was enough to dominate the powers of dozens of surrounding mountains.
Across the entire territory governed by Lion’s Mane Cave, Top-tier Great Demons were probably a rare sight.
"Five thousand six hundred Demon Stones!"
"Five thousand seven hundred Demon Stones!"
"Five thousand eight hundred Demon Stones!"
"..."
The bidding for the Earth Dragon True Blood remained as fierce as ever.
However, as the price climbed above six thousand Demon Stones, the pace of the bidding began to slow.
It was now mainly a contest between two Foundation Establishment Great Demons.
「Inside private room three.」
An Elephant Demon with an elephant’s head on a human body, sporting two massive White Jade Elephant Tusks, was fuming with rage.
’I couldn’t care less about its minor effect of improving Bloodline aptitude.’
’Earth Dragons have always been known for their tough Demon Bodies and terrifying Defense.’
’What’s more, this is the True Blood of a Quasi-Demon King.’
’With the help of the Earth Dragon True Blood and the right Spirit Medicine, I can temper my Demon Body and greatly enhance its resilience.’
’If I can win this Earth Dragon True Blood and successfully refine my Demon Body, my body alone could probably rival a Middle-grade Magical Artifact!’
’This Secret Technique is rare. I thought I was the only Foundation Establishment Great Demon here who knew about it!’
’I can’t believe that little brat from Lion’s Mane Cave knows it too! How dare she ruin my plans!’
’If it weren’t for her, I could have easily won this Earth Dragon True Blood.’
’Hmph!’
The Elephant Demon snorted, his face filled with Evil Qi as he shouted his bid.
"Six thousand four hundred Demon Stones!"
"Six thousand five hundred Demon Stones!"
A pleasant voice rang out in the auction hall, topping the Elephant Demon’s bid.
’Courting death!’
The Elephant Demon’s face was grim, looking as if he were about to devour someone.
He had fought his way up to the Foundation Establishment Realm to become a Great Demon; he was no benevolent soul.
Lion’s Mane Cave might have a great reputation, but he was a rogue with no attachments, so he wasn’t afraid in the slightest!
’Besides, as long as it’s done secretly, who will ever know!’
...
"Six thousand five hundred Demon Stones going once, six thousand five hundred Demon Stones going twice... and three times.
Alright, let’s congratulate the honored guest in private room one for successfully winning the Earth Dragon True Blood."
The Mountain Deer Spirit announced loudly, his face beaming.
The price the Earth Dragon True Blood fetched had far exceeded his expectations.
’That lioness won it!?’
Xu Chang’an watched as the Earth Dragon True Blood was finally won by Cheng Mengying for the high price of six thousand five hundred Demon Stones.
’She’s from the Direct Lineage of Lion’s Mane Cave, so of course she’s wealthy!’
’But I’m afraid that’s just going to play right into my hands.’
Xu Chang’an thought to himself.
A few years ago, when Cheng Mengying came to the Elixir Workshop, she was only at the Peak of the Ninth Level of Qi Refining and had not yet reached Foundation Establishment.
Judging by the time that had passed, no matter how talented she was, she would be at the Early-stage Foundation Establishment Minor Achievement Realm at most.
With that level of strength, he could handle her easily without even needing to use his Talisman Treasure.
’I hope I can score a Supreme-grade Magical Artifact!’
Watching Xu Chang’an from the side, Jin Ling’Er saw his silence and assumed he was in a bad mood after failing to win the auction.
"Grey Rat, if I get the chance, I will look for Spiritual Items that can improve Bloodline aptitude and place them in the Merit Hall for you to exchange with merit points."
Jin Yuanba said, comforting him.
"Thank you, Great King."
Xu Chang’an was overwhelmed by the favor.
The surrounding Sequence Elders of Langlang Mountain all showed envious expressions.
’Elder Grey Rat is truly favored by the Great King!’
After the auction for the Earth Dragon True Blood ended, the Mountain Deer Spirit on stage quickly began to introduce the second-to-last item.
A Supreme-grade Magical Artifact!
For Foundation Establishment Great Demons, a Supreme-grade Magical Artifact was a powerful Guarding Method.
It naturally caused all the demons to start bidding fiercely.
After a round of intense competition, it was finally acquired by a Foundation Establishment Great Demon in private room eight for thirteen thousand five hundred Demon Stones.
This Supreme-grade Magical Artifact wasn’t a custom-made piece, which was why its price was a bit lower.