[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-ancient-tears-bloodline":3,"chapter-ancient-tears-bloodline-ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-577":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Ancient Tears BloodLine",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},1256505,1684,"Chapter 577 Part 1: Viper City's Auction","ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-577",577,"\u003Cp>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From MC's perspective:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When we reached the auction house. The place was heavily guarded. There are a lot of guards monitoring the place.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Many influential people are going to come,\" Ernest said with emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Don't worry, we will get our spot,\" I said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then we started walking towards the entrance. The guards who were inspecting everyone paused after seeing our attire.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then they let us enter inside without much checking. After walking into the building, we were greeted by a fat middle-aged man.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Welcome to our auction!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zack Lockwood\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The middle-aged man said with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that both of us were stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I asked, \"Who are you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I have never seen him before.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The fat middle-aged man let out an embarrassed smile before replying, \"I'm Audrey, manager of this auction house.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If I knew you were coming, then I would have formally sent the invitation to you,\" the manager added.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that I nodded my head in understanding. He is the manager of the auction house. No wonder, he knows about me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not only him but maybe all the influential forces around here heard of me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We want to participate in the auction,\" I said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ernest remained silent. But he was relieved that people knew of Zack Lockwood. Which solves many of their troubles.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager grinned ear to ear. What could be more attractive than a famous warrior participating in the auction?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If he let out news, even more people would come up. Which will boost the auction's reputation in the end.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager wasn't able to contain his inner happiness. Then he immediately guided two of them to the V.I.P seat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Fortunately, the V.I.P. seats are filled up completely. The auction house always had extra seating arrangements for emergency use.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After walking upstairs, the manager then guided me to the 3rd floor. The rooms on the 3rd floor are isolated and there are barriers to keep privacy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then we entered the 1st room. Chairs, Tables and a luxurious sofa were placed there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here, this is your area. You guys can enjoy the auction from here,\" The manager said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you,\" Ernest said with a smile. This was the 1st time for him to have a seat in the V.I.P room. So he was thrilled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, I recalled something.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for the arrangements. Can you give us the auction list?\" I asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I hope something interesting catches my eye.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager nodded his head before sending the digital auction list to us.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What else do you need?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can I ask our servants to come here?\" The manager asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No need,\" I immediately denied. It's impossible to trust people here. There may be spies watching our movements.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The manager was disappointed, so he politely left the room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>There is still 15 minutes left before the auction.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>We sat down on our chairs and started to go through the auction list.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I accessed the list on my communication watch. There is a list of items mentioned in the description.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As I began to go through the details. A frown appeared on my face. The items are more or less common.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It may be a treasure for warriors who are staying on the bottom. But not for me. When I thought the auction items were not that great. A last item caught my attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[Bitter Pill - High Grade]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>[A powerful pill which can help under the Super Elite stage to improve their physique. The pill is made up of the blood essence of rare monsters.]\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After reading the description. I couldn't hide my excitement. The trip was worth it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ernest noticed the smile on Zack's face. Then he also stared at the last auction item. His expression turned weird.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zack, you want to buy this item?\" Ernest asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that I nodded my head at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A shock appeared on Ernest's face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Zack, you know that pill was not an ordinary pill. I heard it gives heart-wrenching pain to consumers.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"After going through such pain, only you can gain some strength,\" Ernest said in a solemn tone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The other items looked simple. It's better to buy something than nothing,\" I replied.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What about you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you need anything?\" I asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ernest has been following me. It's better to give him something useful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Me?\" Ernest was shocked before shaking his head in denial.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don't want anything,\" Ernest waved his hand to deny. He didn't have that money to bid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Here the auction items will be bid higher. There is no chance for him to buy it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, I saw through his struggle. How can one miss such a treasure? But there are only a few items that are suitable for the Super Elite Warrior.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After pushing down the thoughts, we started to wait.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The seats have started to fill in. Except for the V.I.P the other guests quickly arrived at the venue.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, one more team arrived in Viper City. Kane Patric came together with a few of his friends.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Instead of monster birds, they have used aircraft to come here.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shortly after, Kane and his group reached the auction venue. Seeing the group and their attire. The guards quickly let them enter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They don't want to offend any arrogant young master.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A hint of disdain flashes in Kane's eyes. Then he quickly walked into the building. The manager Audrey waited for their arrival.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He had sent invitations to many Flame faction warriors. But he didn't expect one of them to come.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mr. Kane, nice to meet you,\" The manager went forward to greet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kane didn't respond. Then the manager led him and his friends to the V.I.P room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside the 1st room, both of us stopped talking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Another big shot is coming,\" Ernest said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I nodded my head. But the next second, both of us widened our eyes in surprise.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What is he doing here?\" Ernest asked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>My eyes flickered. I didn't expect the Flame faction members to arrive.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then I saw Ernest seemed to recognize him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I asked, \"Do you know him?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Uh, you don't know?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I remember, both of you haven't met yet,\" Ernest realized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"His name is Kane Patrick. He is 3rd in rank among the Flame faction. Don't underestimate him, his fire element is mutated.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They say his fire is hard to extinguish,\" Ernest said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Interesting!\" A faint smile appeared on my face. Why do I have this feeling that we will fight sooner?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the other hand, Kane and his friends were seated in the 2nd room. The manager left to greet other guests.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What about the 1st room?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Someone else is staying there\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kane heard his friends' conversation. He frowned. But he soon realized.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Maybe some elders are seated in the 1st room.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shortly after, the other V.I.P's came one after another. The guests are business owners. They have one or more running businesses in the city.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The Manager Audrey was full of smiles. All the big shots have arrived. He is hoping that these people will buy the auction item.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A few minutes later,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When all three floors are full. The auction was formally started.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two beautiful ladies brought the 1st auction item and placed it on the table before leaving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A middle-aged man dressed in tuxedo came forward. All the spotlight fell on him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ladies and gentlemen welcome to Viper City's 175th auction.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I'm your presenter, Billy,\" The middle-aged man said with a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Then he introduced the 1st auction item. He stepped forward to remove the cover and revealed the item.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The 1st auction item is a core of the Peak Stage Class-6 Monster,\" Billy said.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The core was obtained from the Class-6 Wind Wolf known for its speed. Anyone interested in the bidding can start from 100,000 credit points,\" He added.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gasp~\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The audience gasped in surprise. The Class-6 Monster Core is comparable to SS-Rank Warriors.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The SS-Rank Warriors are elders in all major academies. So everyone became excited.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Right after,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I bid, 120,000\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"125,000\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"130.000\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The people started to bid one after another. The price is steadily increasing. Seeing that the presenter showed a smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>1st Room:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why are they excited for monster cores?\" I muttered to myself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>I thought that the auction list was boring. But these people are excited about the monster core.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ernest heard the murmuring. So he answered, \"Zack, it seems you weren't aware of something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing that I turned toward him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"As academy students, it's easy for us to access Class-5 Monster Zones and above.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"But for outsiders, they have to go through a lot of tedious processes. And they have to pay money for the visit.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then only they can enter the monster zone. Whether they are going to succeed in hunting or not. It doesn't matter,\" Ernest shed some light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A look of understanding dawned on me. It reminds me of the early days. Where I had spent many days in the monster zone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If this is the case, then I can sell my monster cores here. A faint smile appeared on my face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Meanwhile,\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Kane Patrick was annoyed. But he knows that the Yellow Cleansing Flower might come last. So he has to show some patience.\u003C\u002Fp>",1540,"2026-06-05T15:56:53.483Z",1,"novelbin.me","5e93434eb59de1fbe9145d58c1bfe6d4b846e0b2396c4d5b6a3c34777ec4492f","ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-578","ancient-tears-bloodline-chapter-576",1498,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fancient-tears-bloodline-cover.jpg"]