Chapter 93: Interference
Although Shrek Academy had withdrawn from the competition, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect and the Body Sect, among other factions, were still fiercely competing against the Holy Spirit Sect.
Several factions were unwilling to yield, and the auction price continued to rise, climbing like a rocket.
Ten minutes passed.
"1.2 billion Gold Soul Coins!"
When Zhong Li Wu shouted out the price of 1.2 billion Gold Soul Coins, the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect finally couldn't keep up and reluctantly gave up the bidding.
At this moment, Zhong Li Wu's eyes were bloodshot, and his heart was anxious.
This 1.2 billion Gold Soul Coins was all his fortune.
If any other faction continued to raise the bid, he might really have to let go of this coveted technique.
As the price was announced, the entire Star Auction Pavilion fell into silence.
Every second of waiting made Zhong Li Wu's heart jump into his throat.
Jiang Li scanned the entire room, and when he saw no one else raise their bid, he knew the result.
"1.2 billion Gold Soul Coins, once!"
His voice echoed through the quiet auction hall.
"1.2 billion Gold Soul Coins, twice!"
Still, the hall remained silent.
"1.2 billion Gold Soul Coins, three times!"
Jiang Li confirmed once more and, seeing no response, loudly declared, "The final auction item — 'Sky Devouring Spirit Technique' — has officially been sold for 1.2 billion Gold Soul Coins!"
Upon hearing the result, Zhong Li Wu sighed in relief, trembling with excitement as he let out a long breath.
After a fierce bidding war, he had finally achieved his goal and successfully acquired this unparalleled technique. His joy and excitement were beyond words.
"This auction has concluded perfectly. Thank you all for attending this auction, and we look forward to seeing you again in a month."
After collecting the 1.2 billion Gold Soul Coins, Jiang Li handed the 'Sky Devouring Spirit Technique' to Zhong Li Wu and smiled, announcing the end of the auction.
Once the auction ended, the entire Star Auction Pavilion gradually returned to calm, and the crowd began to slowly disperse.
However, at this moment, the gazes of several top-tier powerhouses on Douluo Continent unconsciously focused on Zhong Li Wu.
Zhong Li Wu of the Holy Spirit Sect was in high spirits, carefully tucking the 'Sky Devouring Spirit Technique' into his clothes, a grin of uncontrollable excitement and greed on his face.
It seemed like he could already see himself breaking through the Limit Douluo realm and becoming one of the top powerhouses on Douluo Continent.
"Hmm?"
At that moment, Zhong Li Wu's eyes suddenly narrowed, and his spiritual power surged outward like a tidal wave.
In an instant, he detected several powerful auras completely locking onto him, which made him alert at once.
After all, the Holy Spirit Sect only had three Title Douluo level experts aside from him.
With him included, they had just four Title Douluo level experts.
Zhong Li Wu's spiritual power then fell upon the Soul Guidance Device in his storage ring, the Soul Ring Copying Mirror.
He thought to himself that if other factions came to snatch the 'Sky Devouring Spirit Technique,' he wouldn't mind using the Mirror's ability to eliminate any strong competitors.
At the same time, he could test out the Mirror's power — a win-win situation.
Zhong Li Wu exchanged glances with a few of his Title Douluo-level subordinates. They immediately understood and quickly left the Star Auction Pavilion.
But just as Zhong Li Wu and his group had not left the Star Auction Pavilion for long, several figures suddenly flashed and blocked their way.
"Whoosh!"
Upon seeing the newcomers, Zhong Li Wu realized that the situation had taken a turn for the worse. He immediately shot a crimson light from his hand.
"Not good!"
The others saw the red light, their expressions changing drastically. They tried to stop it, but the red light moved too fast and quickly disappeared from their spiritual perception range.
Leading the way were Mu Lao and Xuan Lao from Shrek Academy, standing with a few strong members of the Body Sect. Everyone's face was serious and determined.
Mu Lao stepped forward, his gaze like a hawk's, locking onto Zhong Li Wu. He spoke in a low, firm voice: "Zhong Li Wu, you cannot take the 'Sky Devouring Spirit Technique' today."
"This technique is too evil. If it falls into the hands of your Holy Spirit Sect, it will bring disaster to the entire Douluo Continent. For the peace and tranquility of the continent, you must hand it over."
Hearing this, Zhong Li Wu's smile instantly vanished, replaced by a cold, mocking grin.
He lifted his head slightly and looked at Mu Lao with disdain. "Mu En, what you're saying is interesting. The Star Auction Pavilion put the 'Sky Devouring Spirit Technique' up for auction. I paid the price and won it. Why should I give it to Shrek Academy?"
"Are you trying to forcefully seize it?"
Mu Lao furrowed his brows, anger flashing in his eyes. Yet, he held back his rage and patiently explained.
"Zhong Li Wu, you and I both know how dangerous this technique is. Evil Soul Masters already harm the continent. If your Holy Spirit Sect gets the 'Sky Devouring Spirit Technique,' you will recklessly devour Soul Power, and the whole of Douluo Continent will be plunged into misery."
"Hmph, that sounds good," Zhong Li Wu scoffed. "You Shrek Academy always sees itself as righteous, but who knows what you're really plotting? Maybe you want to take this technique for yourselves and use it to grow your own power."
One of the Body Sect's experts couldn't help but speak up: "Zhong Li Wu, stop trying to argue. The evil of this technique is obvious to all. If you insist on taking it, we won't let you leave today."
Zhong Li Wu's heart tightened. He knew that it wouldn't be easy to leave today.
But how could he give up the treasure he had just acquired?
His gaze swept across the crowd, quickly calculating his next move.
"No need to waste your efforts. Although you've already called for reinforcements, do you really think your Holy Spirit Sect's experts will arrive in time?"
At that moment, Du Busi from the Body Sect sneered, as though he already saw the Holy Spirit Sect's predicament.
Although the Body Sect and Shrek Academy weren't on the best of terms, they had a common enemy now — the Holy Spirit Sect.
Du Busi didn't want the 'Sky Devouring Spirit Technique' to fall into Zhong Li Wu's hands, so this time, he planned to team up with Shrek Academy to snatch it from the Holy Spirit Sect and prevent Douluo Continent from falling into danger.
"Heh!"
A strange light flashed in Zhong Li Wu's eyes. He was preparing to test the Soul Ring Copying Mirror's ability.
Initially, he thought that the ones blocking him were insignificant, and wouldn't be able to fully unleash the Mirror's power.
However, he didn't expect that Mu En, a Limit Douluo, would step in personally.
Since that was the case, he would use the Mirror's power to copy Mu En's Soul Ring and Soul Power level...
It was a good opportunity to experience the strength of a Limit Douluo.
After all, he had been stuck at the peak of the 98th level for over ten years. With the chance to experience a Limit Douluo's power, he might be able to break through even faster in the future.
Zhong Li Wu certainly wasn't about to let this opportunity slip away.
(END CHAPTER)
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