In the cold jade box on the crystal platform, a golden pill the size of a longan lay quietly. The surface of the pill was extremely smooth, with two golden streams of air swirling around it, forming two small golden dragon auras intertwining with each other. Upon closer inspection, the faint dragon chants emanated through the air, causing the souls of those who heard it to tremble involuntarily under the dragon's might.
The pill's spiritual energy condensed, a phenomenon only achievable by Seventh Grade or higher pills!
The entire auction venue fell into a deathly silence under the faint and elusive dragon chants.
"So, this is the legendary Seventh Grade pill?"
"Goodness gracious, what kind of effects does it have?"
The Seventh Grade Pill's value far exceeded the comprehension of most present, leaving many unsure of its effects. What was certain was that this item was a treasure among treasures, evident from the covetous looks on everyone's faces.
"Hehe, perhaps many haven't heard of the name of this pill."
Seeing the puzzled expressions around him, Yuan Mu explained with a smile, "The Yin-Yang Mysterious Dragon Pill, a peak Seventh Grade pill. It's said that to refine this pill, one first needs the cores of two dragon-type Magic Beasts that have been deceased for no more than seven days, and these cores must be at least Rank 6."
"Two Rank 6 Magic Beast cores, isn't that equivalent to two Dou Emperor-level experts?"
"And they must be rare dragon-type Magic Beasts, making it even more difficult to obtain."
People expressed their amazement one after another.
Yuan Mu continued to explain, "The function of the Yin-Yang Mysterious Dragon Pill isn't to directly enhance strength but to break through limits! Legend has it that a 5-Star Dou Ancestor, after a deadly battle, used the pill's effects to achieve a breakthrough to Dou Venerate level in just seven years. This person is none other than the esteemed Wind Ancestor, renowned across the Dou Qi Continent!"
Upon hearing this, the entire venue fell into silence. Many faces showed astonishment. Recovering from severe injuries and making such a leap in strength within seven years, advancing from Dou Ancestor to Dou Venerate, the speed was terrifying!
"Don't waste time, make your bids!"
Upon hearing Yuan Mu's verbose words, Fan Ling frowned impatiently, his voice cold and commanding.
"The value of this Seventh Grade Pill has exceeded the scope of money. Please offer Qi Methods, Dou Techniques, or any items of equivalent value. The owner of the pill will personally select the exchange."
As Yuan Mu's words fell, whether it was members of the Blood Sect, Black Skeleton Tomb, or Heavenly Snake Mansion, all wore difficult expressions.
For a pill of this caliber, an exchange would require at least Earth Rank Qi Methods or Dou Techniques, and even then, the owner had the right to choose.
Yun Tianming listened and promptly left the scene. Although he had Earth Rank Qi Methods and Dou Techniques in his Spatial Ring, he had no intention of using them for trade. He figured it would come down to a fight in the end, so he might as well let someone else buy it and then take it by force.
From the backstage of the auction venue, the purchased Flame Core Ganoderma was retrieved.
"Sir, please wait a moment. Our sect master is quite interested in you. If you don't mind, could you meet and talk with our sect master?" Yuan Mu extended a polite invitation.
"Not interested." Yun Tianming couldn't be bothered.
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"What's wrong? Have you figured out his strength?" Yuan Mu frowned, accompanied by a middle-aged man in Alchemist robes.
"Forgive my incompetence. His Soul Power far surpasses mine, making it impossible for me to probe."
"However, judging from his purchase of the Flame Core Ganoderma, he is at least a Fifth Grade Alchemist. Based on known Alchemists in the Black-Corner Region, there aren't many Fifth Grade Alchemists who are so young."
Yuan Mu furrowed his brows slightly, pondering for a moment. His voice carried a hint of coldness: "Seeing how young he is, his strength is probably not beyond Dou Grandmaster. The Earth Fire Spirit Ganoderma is valuable. If we can retrieve it, we cannot let it slip away. Be careful and discreet."
The Auction House in the Black-Corner Region is not a place known for its integrity; it's not the first time they've cheated their customers.
"Ah!"
"Ah!"
With two piercing screams, under the azure flames, those trackers from the Eight Gates were reduced to ashes.
"No wonder it's the Black-Corner Region. If this happened in the Miteer Family, the auction house would have closed down long ago."
After annihilating the trackers from the Eight Gates, Yun Tianming began to trace the movements of other factions.
In a forest on the outskirts of Black Mark City, a hundred-strong force from the Blood Sect lurked, led by the Blood Sect Sect Master, Fan Lao.
"Pfft!"
A sudden attack resulted in the deaths of several members of the Heavenly Snake Mansion.
"Fan Lao, what do you mean by this? Are you daring to declare war against my Heavenly Snake Mansion?"
Elder Qing's voice was stern and intimidating.
"Tsk tsk~ Although the Heavenly Snake Mansion has a big name, in the Black-Corner Region, you are just a mere branch, our Blood Sect can handle you. Moreover, as long as we wipe all of you out, who will know?" Fan Lao revealed a cruel smile.
"Attack!"
There was no room for negotiation between the two sides; they immediately engaged in intense combat.
However, Elder Qing, with his Dou King strength, was clearly no match for Fan Lao, who was a Dou Emperor. After a few rounds, Elder Qing had his arm broken and lost the Yin-Yang Mysterious Dragon Pill.
"Ling'er, take the Pill and deal with the Black Skeleton Tomb's people."
"Yes, Father."
Fan Ling took the Pill and led a faction of Blood Sect members to chase after the Black Skeleton Tomb in another direction.
"They truly are a bunch of insatiable greedies."
Yun Tianming silently followed along.
An hour later,
"Fan Ling, you will regret this!"
The Black Skeleton Tomb's people were completely wiped out by the Blood Sect.
"Haha! I'll take all these Pills and Dou Techniques!"
Fan Ling seized the Three Thousand Lightning Movements from the others, a wild grin on his face.
But the next moment, his smile froze.
"Pfft!"
A lake-blue flame sword pierced through his chest from behind.
"Is it... you?!"
Fan Ling turned around, glanced at Yun Tianming, and then turned to ashes.
"Junior Sect Master!"
"Damn it, attack him!!"
The Blood Sect members were instantly furious, launching a frenzied assault on Yun Tianming.
"Raging Fire Sword Rain!"
Yun Tianming waved his hand, sending out numerous Heavenly Flame long swords. With the power of an Earth Rank Dou Technique and the Heavenly Flame's restraint against Blood Sect's Qi Methods, he effortlessly annihilated all members of the Blood Sect.
"Hmm?!"
"This terrifying flame aura! Not good, it's coming from where Ling'er is!"
Fan Lao abruptly turned around, looking at the forest where flames were soaring into the sky, his expression turning grim.
Cough Cough ~ Haha!
"The mantis stalks the cicada, unaware of the oriole behind. It seems your Blood Sect has become the prey."
Elder Qing spat blood, a malicious smile spreading across his face.
"Damn it! Whoever it is, I, Fan Lao, will crush you to pieces!!"
In a rage, Fan Lao disregarded attacking Elder Qing and unfurled his blood-red Dou Qi Wings, swiftly flying towards the scene of the incident.
However, by the time Fan Lao arrived, Yun Tianming had already completed his operation of seizing and killing, calmly leaving the scene.
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