The atmosphere inside the auction hall turned electric as the second item was unveiled. The auction master's voice rang out with authority, Next one of today's most coveted items the Nirvana Lily Technique!
Gasps echoed across the chamber. Even the quietest cultivators whispered in disbelief. Mike leaned closer to Jian Dao, his eyes narrowing behind his mask. Master… what's so special about this Nirvana Lily technique? Is it a high class art?
Before Jian Dao could respond, Huo Chuntian's voice echoed calmly from within Mike's body, No matter what happens buy it. At any cost.
Jian Dao's eyes flickered with tension. Yeah, but how? How did it even end up here? If someone acquired it… why sell it?
Can someone just explain what this technique is? Mike asked, slightly annoyed.
Jian Dao exhaled slowly, scanning the hall. It was created by the ancestors of the Dark Dao Clan. Not part of the righteous path. They're known for their extremes merciless to enemies, but fiercely loyal to those who respect them.
The clan doesn't trade with gold. They demand trust, loyalty, and trials. Even their smallest treasure isn't earned it's survived. The rumors say those who enter their lands return either blessed… or not at all.
Mike's eyes widened. Then why do people even risk it?
Because their arts are unmatched in power, Jian Dao replied. And this… this isn't just a technique it's a miracle.
As the auction master raised his hand, the hall fell into silence again.
Starting bid—200,000 gold!
Without delay, the room exploded in bids.
500,000!
600,000! came Luo Tianhai's voice.
650,000! Bai Ruoqing raised.
700,000! Luo responded with clenched teeth.
800,000! countered Bai.
Then, Mo Lanyue's cold voice cut through: 900,000.
1 million! Luo snapped back.
Each call raised tension until Jin Kuanglie calmly announced, 2 million.
Jian Dao didn't blink. 3 million, he called, his voice clear.
From room, Jin Renshu grunted, 4 million.
5 million, came Bai Ruoqing again.
Mo Lanyue, calm and composed 7 million.
Jin Renshu turned to his brother. Let's crush it. I'll go all in.
Go, Jin Kuanglie replied with a nod.
10 million! Jin Renshu's voice thundered.
Everyone held their breath. The auction master raised his hand dramatically. 10 million gold, first call… .
Let's show them what wealth truly means, Mike murmured, rising from his seat. 20 million!
The entire hall froze.
Even Jian Dao turned sharply. Do you have that much?!
Mike grinned. More than enough.
Jin Renshu, livid: 40 million!
Mike: 50.
60! Jin renshu says.
70! Mike announced.
80! Jin renshu says.
And then Mike stood, his aura burning calmly. 90 million gold.
A stunned hush fell across the hall.
Jin Kuanglie held his brother back. It's not worth it. That technique isn't valued above 70 million.
Auction master raised his hand once more.
90 million, first call… second… third!
Sold to Room Five!
Mike clenched his fists. Mr. Huo, I bought it. We got it.
From within, Huo Chuntian exhaled. Do you actually have that much?
Mike smirked. Come with me.
He turned to Jian Dao and placed a finger on his own storage ring. Master, enter your consciousness. Come see it yourself.
Moments later, the three of them sat not in the auction hall but inside the vast space of Mike's storage ring.
It wasn't just a vault it was a chamber of light, walls lined with scrolls, books, glowing weapons, shelves brimming with pills, crystals, maps, and treasures that shimmered with ancient energy.
Floating torches lit the wide floor. In the center sat a massive golden cabinet pulsing with spiritual light.
Jian Dao stood in awe. This ring… it holds the presence of someone mighty. I can feel him.
Mike nodded. It belonged to Eldon Yeager. Protector of the Holy Tree. My father.
Even Huo Chuntian fell quiet.
I told you, Mike said, reaching toward a pouch that shimmered with gold. Gold… isn't a problem.
Jian Dao chuckled, shaking his head. Hahaha, well then since you're loaded, let me add a few techniques for your next stages.
Huo Chuntian nodded. Let's go back. Auction's still going.
As they returned, the hall had moved on. Several items had already been sold.
The auction master raised a second final scroll. Second last item, Technique for Crafting Breakthrough Pill! Bidding starts at 100,000 gold!
Mike leaned over. Do we need this?
Jian Dao shook his head. No. Pills like that help short term, but become an addiction. I've been stuck at Dou Wang rank for decades but I'd rather climb naturally.
Huo Chuntian added, Skip it.
Alright, Mike nodded.
Finally, the auction master held up a sealed scroll wrapped in chains.
And now today's final item! The legendary Mountain Shatter Hammer Technique. Starting at 100,000 gold!
Mike's eyes widened, his heart thumping. A hammer technique?! I want this one, master.
Jian Dao raised an eyebrow. Now you're excited. It's strong but can you handle it?
I'll make it mine, Mike whispered, gripping the armrest tightly.
Huo Chuntian chuckled. You're evolving fast. Let's see what happens.