Chapter 295

At this moment, in the auction hall outside, a new item had been brought forth—a treasure pearl, entirely earth-yellow, which, upon appearing, caused countless earth-yellow radiance to swirl around it, violently emitting thick and substantial Wu Earth essence, drawing everyone's attention.

"Mountain Spirit Pearl, starting bid one million, each raise no less than one hundred thousand."

The auctioneer's voice rang out in the hall.

"Heavens! The Heavenly Dao Pavilion even has a Mountain Spirit Pearl—this is the soul of a mountain brimming with spiritual energy, a pearl forged over countless tens of thousands of years! If it absorbed earth essence for another few hundred thousand years, it could even transform into a Mountain Spirit! The Heavenly Dao Pavilion is actually auctioning this!"

"Excellent item, truly excellent! Once I refine this, my Earth element will reach perfection, and I can break through to the Return to Oneness Realm! I'm taking this item."

In another VIP chamber, a young man's face lit up with boundless delight as he immediately bid: "One million one hundred thousand!"

"I also need the Mountain Spirit Pearl to cultivate a Divine Ability. Bid: one million two hundred thousand!"

Another VIP chamber announced a bid.

"One million three hundred thousand!"

The young expert who called himself Young Master raised his bid again.

"One million four hundred thousand!"

"One million five hundred thousand!"

"One million six hundred thousand!"

"Two million!"

"Two million five hundred thousand!"

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An item that might originally have been worth only one million skyrocketed in price due to bidding frenzy; Fang Yu watched from his VIP chamber as the Mountain Spirit Pearl's price surged rapidly from one million to two million five hundred thousand.

Hearing this price, he felt both that money was truly insufficient and yet was extremely pleased.

Because such a Mountain Spirit Pearl meant little before the Five Elements Realm—his sealed Five Element beasts were worth many times more.

Now that the Mountain Spirit Pearl had sold for two million five hundred thousand, he gradually had a plan.

"I actually have some items to auction—let's see if you can handle them."

As he pondered, Fang Yu suddenly spoke.

"Master, rest assured—our Heavenly Dao Pavilion has an enormous appetite. Please auction as soon as possible."

Hong Xiu, hearing this, immediately smiled.

"Once, while traveling and cultivating, I acquired the estate of an ancient great adept and obtained five hundred fire crows. What price would be suitable?"

As Fang Yu spoke, he suddenly gestured—and five hundred fire crows flew out from his body, radiating an aura capable of burning mountains and boiling seas; this terrifying aura nearly spilled out, threatening to incinerate the entire VIP chamber.

Fortunately, Fang Yu had anticipated this—he had already set up a barrier the moment the fire crows appeared, blocking the intense heat.

"Fire crows! Five hundred of them! Master, you actually possess such a treasure!"

Hong Xiu, seeing the five hundred fire crows, trembled all over; as a 1st Stage of Divine Abilities Magical Power Realm cultivator, she felt a life-or-death threat before them—she sensed that if this master released the fire crows, they would instantly reduce her to ashes.

This was unimaginable.

Instantly, her expression changed drastically, revealing utter disbelief. "Master, I cannot decide this—I must immediately summon a senior of our Heavenly Dao Pavilion who can make decisions. Please wait."

After speaking, she hurried away.

Soon after, she returned with a middle-aged woman; this woman's cultivation base had also reached the Heavenly Man Realm and was a True Person. Upon seeing the five hundred fire crows before Fang Yu, her expression instantly changed.

"I am the Twelfth Director of the Heavenly Dao Pavilion; you may call me Lady Lihua. You possess fire crows—five hundred gathered together! Such pure fire crow aura has not been seen in many years. A treasure, truly a treasure! If refined into an artifact, five hundred fire crows are at least a top-grade treasure artifact!"

The middle-aged woman burst into praise as soon as she entered.

"I wish to sell these five hundred fire crows. Please name your price."

Fang Yu spoke calmly.

"Five hundred fire crows—rare, rare! I won't beat around the bush: our Heavenly Dao Pavilion will pay three million for this treasure."

Lady Lihua immediately offered a high price.

"Deal."

Fang Yu considered, then nodded.

"Good. Master, you're straightforward!"

Seeing the deal completed, Lady Lihua's face lit up with a happy smile; though she had spent three million White Sun Pills to purchase the five hundred fire crows, she could resell them immediately for five million.

In short, any artifact saturated with Five Element essence was universally accepted currency—they would never lose out.

"If you have more such treasures, please sell them exclusively to our Heavenly Dao Pavilion. These five hundred fire crows are truly excellent—but still too few. If you had three thousand, their power could rival a Jin Dan expert's fire Divine Ability, and the price would be even higher."

Lady Lihua swiftly retrieved the five hundred fire crows, fearing Fang Yu might retract his offer, and simultaneously handed over a crystal card inscribed with three million.

Fang Yu took the three-million crystal card and fell into thought.

He had bought some items and sold others, ultimately acquiring the Qiankun Zizai Gourd, the Hundred Treasures Pouch, and three million five hundred thousand White Sun Pills.

It was not bad.

But Lady Lihua's words reminded him—he should sell fire crows in batches of thousands, not hundreds. Five hundred was merely a test; he could easily gather another two thousand five hundred to form three thousand, which would surely fetch a better price.

Yet the Heavenly Dao Pavilion did not seem a reliable partner—he needed to find a completely trustworthy ally to sell the benefits he gained from the Five Elements Realm.

Fang Yu was nearly certain: selling a few fire crows would not attract much attention, but if he sold a Zhu Que at the Heavenly Dao Pavilion, no one could say whether they would leak his information.

Selling items required caution.

The rest of the auction held nothing worthy of Fang Yu's interest.

Fang Yu spent the day within the Heavenly Dao Pavilion, then decided to go out for a walk.

"Master, please come again tomorrow—our auction lasts three days, and today is only the first. The final day will feature the grand finale treasure."

After accompanying Fang Yu all day, Lady Lihua hurriedly spoke as he prepared to leave.

"Of course, Master need not worry."

Fang Yu nodded and departed the Heavenly Dao Pavilion.

He flew through the dreamlike city, and soon arrived at a majestic thirty-six-story tower, its summit bearing three glowing golden characters: Exalted Linglong.

The Linglong Pagoda is a property of the Exalted Linglong blessed land.

This is also the party Fang Yu has decided to cooperate with long-term.

Last time, in the flesh-and-blood mud pit of the Returning Ruins, he had encountered two women of the Exalted Linglong blessed land—one was Lotus Cloud Fairy, the other was Green Wing Fairy. He had saved their lives, forming a considerable karmic tie. Now he could go to the Exalted Linglong blessed land to discuss some important matters.

Landing before the pagoda, two women of the Exalted Linglong blessed land immediately came forward to greet him.

These two women were both at the 10th Stage of Physical Body, Divine Transformation Realm. The clothes they wore and the treasured swords they carried were all actually top-grade spirit artifacts. Seeing Fang Yu arrive, they immediately spoke: "We don't know what this senior wishes to buy at our Linglong Pagoda. Our Linglong Pagoda has many treasures."

The two women of the Exalted Linglong blessed land were clearly sharp-eyed people. At a glance they saw that Fang Yu's strength was that of a Divine Ability Secret Realm expert, so they addressed him as senior and welcomed him inside.

"I do indeed have some business to discuss with you, but I know your Lotus Cloud Fairy and Green Wing Fairy of the Exalted Linglong blessed land. I wonder if they are here?"

As Fang Yu stepped into the Linglong Pagoda, he saw that everywhere inside was actually paved with gold and beautiful jade, with splendid carpets, and in some places spirit artifacts were actually hung up—extremely magnificent and resplendent.

"Ah, senior actually knows Senior Sister Lotus Cloud and Senior Sister Green Wing. Senior Sister Green Wing isn't here, but Senior Sister Lotus Cloud is indeed here."

Hearing Fang Yu actually mention the names of Lotus Cloud Fairy and Green Wing Fairy, the two female disciples of the Exalted Linglong blessed land were all greatly shocked. One of them exchanged a glance with the other, then hurriedly stepped forward to report.

"And which fellow Daoist knows me? I would actually like to meet them."

Just as Fang Yu was walking forward, a familiar voice came. Fang Yu looked over and saw a figure appear at the top of the Linglong Pagoda—it was none other than the Lotus Cloud Fairy he had met before.

"Ah, so it is Fellow Daoist Fang Yu. Since our parting on the sea last time, today we are fortunate to meet again—what a joy. Fellow Daoist, please come quickly. I shall take you to appreciate the properties of our Exalted Linglong blessed land."

The moment Lotus Cloud Fairy saw Fang Yu, a look of joy appeared on her face, and she hurried forward to greet him.

"It is also a great pleasure to see you, Fellow Daoist. What fine properties the Exalted Linglong blessed land has set up—truly enviable."

Fang Yu smiled and went straight up the Linglong Pagoda with Lotus Cloud Fairy.

Standing atop the tall Linglong Pagoda, one could almost look down on the scenery of the entire city of Dacheng. The feeling was wonderful.

Climbing high to gaze into the distance, overlooking Dacheng, the view was broad—truly delightful.

"It has only been a few days since we last met, yet Fellow Daoist has already cultivated to the realm of Heaven and Man. Truly, congratulations are in order."

Once the two were seated, Lotus Cloud Fairy examined Fang Yu, and a trace of surprise appeared on her face.

"Fellow Daoist has come this time—could it be to buy some Five Elements treasures to make up for the Five Elements?"

"No, I have come this time to sell some Five Elements treasures."

"What?"