Chapter 111: Jiang Feng's Provocation

"Xuan Wang Secret Treasury? This can't be False, can it?"

As soon as Su Qing finished speaking, someone downstairs raised a loud objection.

The one speaking was Wang Zigui.

"Xuan Wang has been dead for three hundred years; his secret treasury has always been a legend, and even the Provincial Capital Nine Great Families haven't found any trace. How did Yitian Pavilion suddenly produce a Sheepskin Scroll? It can't be a forgery, can it?"

Those words were like a stone tossed into hot oil, and the venue erupted instantly.

"Exactly! My grandfather searched for the Xuan Wang Secret Treasury when he was young and didn't even find a hair; I'm afraid this Sheepskin Scroll is False!"

"Yitian Pavilion wouldn't cheat people with a False item, would they? If we win the bid and discover it's False, the loss would be huge!"

"Miss Su, you have to give us an explanation! Is this Sheepskin Scroll truly authentic?"

In an instant, objections rose and fell.

The lure of the Xuan Wang Secret Treasury is great, but no one wants to waste money on False goods.

Su Qing's smile remained composed; she didn't rush to refute, but raised her hand to signal everyone to be quiet.

"I understand the distinguished guests' objections. After all, the Xuan Wang Secret Treasury is so legendary that its sudden appearance inevitably raises doubts. However, I can guarantee with Yitian Pavilion's three hundred years of reputation that this Sheepskin Scroll is definitely an authentic relic from Xuan Wang's era."

She paused briefly, then added.

"As for why we are auctioning it— to be frank, this Sheepskin Scroll only marks the general area of the secret treasury, without precise coordinates or the method to break the Formation Technique. Relying solely on this fragment, even if obtained, it would be hard to locate the true treasury. Yitian Pavilion hopes that through the auction, everyone can unite to jointly search for the treasury."

These words were reasonable, and the objections in the venue gradually subsided.

Wang Zigui, who had objected earlier, nodded.

"That sounds reasonable, then fine, I'll bid for this Sheepskin Scroll; nobody else take it!"

The murmuring ceased, and everyone began arguing again; as soon as Wang Zigui finished speaking, someone sneered.

"You, Wang Zigui, what kind of son‑in‑law are you? Is this fun thing something you can snatch?"

The Xuan Wang Secret Treasury instantly attracted many eyes, and even Ma Jian slipped back in at this moment.

In fact, the members of the Nine Great Families came to the Auction Hall this time mainly for the Xuan Wang Secret Treasury.

Seeing everyone's interest ignited, Su Qing no longer held back and said directly.

"Since the distinguished guests have no objections, let's begin the bidding! The Xuan Wang Secret Treasury guide fragment starts at 500 million Huaxia Coins, with each increment not less than 50 million! Now, the bidding starts!"

"Boom!"

A starting price of 500 million, higher than the previous Red Silk Sword and Bone Tempering Pill, instantly caused a gasp throughout the venue.

Lin Wenbo was about to raise his sign when an attendant tugged his sleeve.

Five hundred million already exceeds the Lin Family's capacity, let alone further increments.

The Lin Family is not one of the Nine Great Families and doesn't even qualify to sit at the table.

550 million!

The first to raise a sign was Wang Zigui, who clenched his teeth.

The Bai Family is willing to offer 550 million!

600 million!

Si Jiannan, who previously bought the Bone Tempering Pill, reappeared, standing in a corner raising his sign, his voice still cold.

Everyone instinctively looked at him, recalling Si Jiannan's earlier aura; no one dared to match his price immediately.

Even Jiangnan Wangfu is interested; the value of this Sheepskin Scroll must be extraordinary.

But a 500 million base, with subsequent increments reaching astronomical figures, is beyond most's capacity.

However, the Nine Great Families don't care about that—what does Jiangnan Wangfu matter?

The Xuan Wang Secret Treasury is in front, even one's own father can deny it!

Ma Jian looked around and shouted, "Six hundred million, I'll take it!"

Du Cangyue sneered, "Six hundred million? Only your Ma Family can afford that; I'll put up one billion!"

Sss!

Everyone gasped; the Du Family is indeed the only one among the Nine Great Families with a massive conglomerate—truly damn rich!

Si Jiannan remained expressionless and said coldly, "1.1 billion!"

Everyone chased each other, and quickly the price surged to 1.5 billion.

Su Qing didn't even have time to call a second price before it was raised directly.

At that moment, the Tian Zi San Hao Box spoke again.

"2 billion!"

"Sss."

The entire venue fell dead silent, as if even breath had stalled.

2 billion! Directly lifted the price by 500 million!

This is no longer bidding, but outright crushing!

Wang Zigui's face turned deathly pale, and he dared not entertain any thoughts.

At 2 billion, even the Bai Family, even if they emptied their coffers, couldn't produce it.

Du Cangyue's expression also soured; although the Du Family could muster the sum, it was clear they wouldn't be willing to spend so much.

Si Jiannan glanced at the Tian Zi San Hao Box at this moment and did not raise the price further.

Two billion, chasing a vague, ethereal Xuan Wang Secret Treasury, is too expensive!

Ma Jian clenched his fists but dared not speak.

The Ma Family may be wealthy, but 2 billion exceeds the family budget; he dared not act on his own.

Su Qing froze for three seconds, then recovered, her voice tinged with excitement.

"Tian Zi San Hao Box bids 2 billion! 2 billion, once! Is there any higher?"

The venue fell dead silent, and no one dared to bid again.

20 billion is already a sky‑high price, and the owner of the Tian Zi San Hao Box was clearly determined to get it; no one wanted to offend a big figure who could casually produce 20 billion.

Nie Qianxue sat in the box, covering her mouth, her eyes full of shock.

"20 billion… that's absurd, isn't it? It's only a Sheepskin Scroll, yet it's that pricey?"

Li Lao also clenched the tea cup in his hand, his brows furrowed tightly.

"Who exactly is the person from Tian Zi San Hao? They add 20 billion on a whim; this power is probably stronger than Jiangnan Wangfu…"

Jiang Feng leaned against the chair back, his eyes showing no hint of surprise, but rather a hint of amusement.

The people in the Tian Zi San Hao Box were interested in Langhuan Jade and Xuan Wang Secret Treasury, clearly not ordinary cultivators.

Perhaps it is linked to the Xuan Wang Secret Treasury, or even the Kun Long within his body.

At that moment he suddenly thought of a very amusing idea, and shouted.

"30 billion."

"Boom!"

The words rang like a flash of thunder, completely overturning the entire scene!

Everyone abruptly turned their heads toward the direction of the Tian Zi Yi Hao Box on the second floor.

"Three… thirty billion? He's gone mad, right?"

Nie Qianxue froze instantly, looking at Jiang Feng in disbelief.

"Jiang Feng, you… you're not kidding, are you? 30 billion for a Sheepskin Scroll?"

Li Lao even stood up outright, the tea cup in his hand nearly falling to the ground.

"Mr. Jiang! 30 billion is no small amount! This Sheepskin Scroll really isn't worth that much…"

Jiang Feng waved his hand, cutting him off, his gaze still fixed on the direction of the Tian Zi San Hao Box, tone flat.

"The things I want have never feared spending money. Moreover, I want to see whether the friends of Tian Zi San Hao are willing to fight me to the end."

Jiang Feng's voice was unmasked, even seeming deliberately provocative.

Everyone then recalled that the black stone earlier also seemed to have been priced by Jiang Feng, then snatched by Tian Zi San Hao.

Could it be that Jiang Feng is taking revenge?

At this moment, in the Tian Zi San Hao Box, a graceful figure's chest rose and fell with vigor.

Although her face was veiled by a thin gauze, one could still see her astonishing figure proportions.

The cool voice remained silent for a long time, finally unable to hold back and said, "Bastard!"