Mi Ling's audacious bid of nine hundred million crystals ignited a stir within the auction hall. All attention converged on her room, especially from the experts on the third floor, who had been fervently vying for the Searing Sun Sword.
Long Ning sneered, casting a disdainful glance at room fifteen. "Little girl, you're playing with fire."
Without a trace of hesitation, Mi Ling responded calmly, "One billion."
Long Ning's fury ignited as he shot a searing glare toward her room. "One billion and five hundred million!"
His announcement reverberated through the hall, prompting many experts to speculate on Mi Ling's mysterious identity.
The Star Wondering Daoist, who had previously expressed interest in the sword, remained unfazed by Long Ning's aggressive bidding. He recognized Mi Ling's considerable wealth but was resolute in not being outbid by her.
"One billion and six hundred million," he declared coolly.
