Chapter 481: Participating in the auction will cost a fortune

Lu Yuan's eyes were icy, with no intention to retreat.

「150,000 spirit stones! 」

Everyone present was shocked by Lu Yuan's courage and determination.

They gradually realized that this young cultivator was no ordinary person, possessing unique talent and strength.

The Red Lotus Sect's expert glared at Lu Yuan in anger, but ultimately gave up continuing the bid.

The Storm Divine Instrument fell into Lu Yuan's team's hands. 「Star‑shuttle Vessel! 」

An excited voice rang out in the auction hall.

The crowd looked up and saw a huge flying artifact hovering in mid‑air, radiating dazzling light.

Lu Yuan's team's gaze was drawn to this ship.

They almost simultaneously thought that possessing this flying artifact would give them the ability to move quickly when facing future challenges, thus ensuring the team's safety and victory.

Su Liyan's eyes flashed with excitement: "We must get it!"

"This will be an essential tool for our future adventures."

Gu Qingwan furrowed her brows: "Besides, the price will surely be high—should we consider how high a price we can accept?"

King Qi said without hesitation: "This is the necessary path for our advance; I think we should set our sights higher."

"After all, when facing greater threats, this flying artifact will become our Fobao to escape danger."

Lu Yuan nodded slightly: "You're right."

"If we miss this opportunity, it will likely be hard to find another treasure like this later."

"We must do everything we can to possess it."

After a brief discussion, they decided the maximum acceptable price would be 300,000 spirit stones.

With a soft whistle from the auctioneer, the bidding for the Star‑shuttle Vessel began.

Lu Yuan took a deep breath, knowing the upcoming competition would not be easy.

He stared intently at the flying artifact, ready to act at the crucial moment. Lu Yuan's team kept their eyes on the flying artifact, and the bidding atmosphere grew increasingly tense.

The auctioneer looked at their determined eyes, knowing the team's passion for the Star‑shuttle Vessel was genuine and unshakable.

Lu Yuan pressed his lips, then without hesitation shouted a higher bid: "301,000 spirit stones!"

Su Liyan and King Qi exchanged a glance, understanding that Lu Yuan valued this flying artifact greatly.

They also realized that only through bidding could they bring it into the team.

Gu Qingwan took a deep breath and then raised the bid: "305,000 spirit stones!"

Everyone's heart raced, their expressions solemn.

Lu Yuan gripped the token in his hand, realizing this was a showdown.

This flying artifact will play a crucial role in their future adventures.

Finally, at the last moment, after another brief silence, Lu Yuan decisively made the final bid: "308,000 spirit stones!"

The auctioneer witnessed all this on the stage, expressed understanding, and began confirming the latest bid.

Finally, he announced solemnly: "308,000 spirit stones—once, twice, three times."

"Congratulations, the final winner of this Star‑shuttle Vessel is Lu Yuan's team!"

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief; they had finally succeeded in winning the flying artifact.

Su Liyan's eyes flashed with joy; she knew possessing the Star‑shuttle Vessel would bring them endless possibilities.

The auctioneer stepped down from the platform, turned to Lu Yuan's team and bowed: "Congratulations, warriors, on successfully winning the Star‑shuttle Vessel."

"Please complete the procedures and make payment as soon as possible."

Lu Yuan replied with a beaming smile: "Thank you for your work, auctioneer; rest assured, we will finish the paperwork immediately."

Gu Qingwan produced a string of spirit stones, handed them to the auctioneer, and swiftly completed all formalities.

The whole process went very smoothly.

When everything was ready, the auctioneer again congratulated Lu Yuan's team: "Congratulations on successfully obtaining the Star‑shuttle Vessel!"

"May it protect you in your adventures and help you march toward victory."

Lu Yuan's team instantly felt a wave of warm encouragement from behind.

They knew this flying artifact would be an essential tool for their future adventures.

After obtaining the key to the Star‑shuttle Vessel, Lu Yuan's team boarded the cabin with eager anticipation.

The cabin interior was spacious and bright, dotted with high‑tech equipment. After Lu Yuan and Gu Qingwan boarded, they quickly assigned tasks.

Lu Yuan was responsible for investigating the ship's control system, while Gu Qingwan followed him to seek the needed materials.

"This flying artifact is truly advanced."

Lu Yuan sighed: "I have never seen such powerful technology."

Gu Qingwan nodded: "Yes, we are truly fortunate to have won this flying artifact."

"With it, we can travel between worlds more conveniently."

Lu Yuan said to Gu Qingwan with a smile: "By the way, I recently heard that a legendary spirit herb, Heaven‑Cold Spirit Grass, has appeared near the Arctic Ghost City."

"It is said to possess extremely high healing efficacy."

"If we can find it, it will be of great help to our cultivation."

Upon hearing this, Gu Qingwan's eyes lit up: "Heaven‑Cold Spirit Grass, I've heard it only grows in the deepest part of the Arctic Ghost City's Bing Feng Gu."

"It is extremely dangerous there, but I believe we can find it."

Both of their convictions were firm, and they advanced side by side.

Finally, they arrived at the Arctic Ghost City.

This abandoned city, covered in ice and snow, was permeated with a chilling aura that made one's blood run cold.

But this could not stop their steps.

Lu Yuan and Gu Qingwan explored cautiously, bypassing one trap and guardian beast after another.

Lu Yuan employed his profound immortal art, the Five Elements Escape Technique, constantly shifting his position to avoid all kinds of attacks.

Gu Qingwan, meanwhile, focused on how to set up the Detection Technique to find a safe passage to Bing Feng Gu.

She possessed a pair of Fobao called the Cold Jade Ice Slice, sensed the invisible false wall, and accurately marked it.

Lu Yuan immediately understood her intention, pointed his sword at the false wall, and cut an invisible talisman.

In the void, a dark passage suddenly appeared.

The two hurriedly entered the dark passage.

The dark passage was extremely winding and emitted a suffocating chill.

But they resolutely passed through it, never giving up their pursuit of the Heaven Cold Spirit Herb.

Finally, they arrived at Bing Feng Gu.

Around them lay a sheet of silver-white ice and snow, making it seem as if they had come to a frozen, boundless universe.

Lu Yuan and Gu Qingwan circled the valley floor several times, yet found no trace of the Heaven Cold Spirit Herb.

They had no choice but to look for other clues.

Gu Qingwan raised her head to observe carefully, and suddenly she discovered a crack in the air above the valley floor.

"This is the handiwork of Hong Lietian!"

Gu Qingwan's expression changed, "It seems our enemy is also here." (End of chapter)