Chapter 41 The First Auction Item
"As for the aura of that powerhouse on the fifth floor, it is far too deep, mysterious, and strong—even the Lord himself cannot compare."
A strong sense of unease rose within Di Tian's heart. That mysterious aura was something he simply could not fathom.
He knew very well that their Lord was currently gravely injured and in slumber. If the soul beast race encountered a powerful enemy at this time, they could very well face annihilation.
This worry weighed upon his chest like a heavy stone.
"Is the Star Auction Pavilion really that terrifying?"
Bi Ji, upon hearing Di Tian's words, was filled with doubt and shock.
Although she also knew that human powers had developed rapidly in recent years, she still found it impossible to imagine that someone stronger than their Lord could exist in the human world.
In her mind, such an existence should only be found in the distant and mysterious God Realm.
Yet now, in this land of the Douluo Continent, a being had appeared who even Di Tian regarded with fear. This left Bi Ji utterly bewildered.
Di Tian fell into silence. He did not answer Bi Ji's question.
At this moment, a trace of confusion and thought flashed in his eyes. No one knew what he was thinking.
Just then, the atmosphere inside the auction hall suddenly became lively.
Jiang Li's voice rang out through the hall:
"Next, the auction officially begins!"
"First, allow me to present the very first auction item."
As Jiang Li's words fell, an exquisite wooden box slowly floated onto the auction table.
Around the box, soul power danced like lively elves, circulating joyfully.
Everyone's eyes were immediately drawn to the mysterious wooden box, filled with curiosity and anticipation.
What treasure could be hidden inside this box?
Some tried to probe the box with spiritual power, hoping to uncover its secret in advance.
However, they quickly discovered that the box was made from a special material that seemed to possess a strange power, completely blocking out their spiritual probing. Their efforts ended in failure.
Standing on the auction stage, Jiang Li noticed the eager curiosity in everyone's eyes. The corners of his mouth lifted slightly into a mysterious smile.
He did not intentionally drag things out, for he knew the true highlights were still to come.
This first auction item was nothing more than an appetizer to open the event.
"This box contains two pill recipes. As for medicinal pills, I believe none of you are unfamiliar with them. On the Douluo Continent, we have all seen many wondrous pills before."
"For example: the Profound Water Pill, crafted from countless rare materials through meticulous refining, greatly boosts a Soul Master's strength and has truly miraculous effects."
Jiang Li's clear, magnetic voice echoed throughout the hall.
"But what lies within this box are two pill recipes never before seen on the Douluo Continent—the Thunder Tempering Body Pill and the Longevity Pill."
Jiang Li's words were like a massive stone cast into a calm lake, instantly stirring up waves of excitement.
The crowd immediately began whispering and discussing among themselves, filled with curiosity and anticipation toward these two unheard-of pill recipes.
"Thunder Tempering Body Pill? Isn't that perfect for our Body Sect to use?"
The Body Sect's Du Bushi's eyes lit up upon hearing the name.
He secretly pondered that, judging by the name, consuming this pill might generate thunder power within the body, thereby tempering one's physique.
For the Body Sect, this was undoubtedly a huge temptation.
The Body Sect had always focused on cultivating bodily strength. Though they had developed several pills to strengthen the body, they had never attempted to use thunder power for such tempering.
Thinking of this, Du Bushi couldn't help but feel an intense interest in the recipe, his heart full of expectation.
As for the other pill, the Longevity Pill, just the name suggested its effect—it likely extended lifespan.
Du Bushi was equally curious about this pill. After all, in the Douluo Continent where strength ruled, an extended lifespan often meant more chances and possibilities.
"Longevity Pill, huh?"
Elder Mu's clouded eyes flashed with rare clarity upon hearing the name.
He was already at the end of his years, his body wracked with hidden injuries, and his lifespan was rapidly diminishing.
He knew his time was running out, yet Shrek Academy still had too many matters needing his care and protection.
If this Longevity Pill could truly extend his life, then he could continue safeguarding Shrek Academy for a few more years.
At that thought, Elder Mu's heart filled with expectation, eager to know the exact effects of the Longevity Pill.
"Pills made for humans are of no use to us soul beasts."
Di Tian glanced at the wooden box on the stage, a trace of helplessness in his eyes.
For the soul beast race, these two pill recipes were indeed worthless.
Soul beasts were born with powerful bodies and long lifespans. To him, pills designed to boost strength and extend life were nothing but crutches for the weak.
"You should be able to guess the effects of these two pills just from their names."
"The Thunder Tempering Body Pill, as the name suggests, produces thunder power within the body after consumption, thereby strengthening physical toughness. As for the Longevity Pill, each pill extends one's life by one year."
"However, note this well: a person may only consume five Longevity Pills in their lifetime. Beyond that, their lifespan will not change."
Seeing the confusion on the crowd's faces, Jiang Li decisively revealed the effects of the two pills.
Sure enough, with Jiang Li's explanation, most Soul Masters' faces showed delight.
Clearly, they did not care much about the Thunder Tempering Body Pill. After all, there were many methods to enhance physical strength, and though using thunder power to temper the body was novel, it was not overly attractive to them.
What truly interested them was the Longevity Pill.
On the Douluo Continent, while Soul Masters could increase lifespan by advancing their soul power levels, some had limited talent and might remain stuck at a bottleneck for decades.
If they could gain an extra five years of life from these pills, then within that time, they might have a chance to break through their limits, securing more years of life and greater strength.
"The starting price for the first auction item is one million gold soul coins, with each bid increment no less than one hundred thousand."
After careful consideration, Jiang Li set the auction price.
He knew the Thunder Tempering Body Pill, while effective for body tempering, would eventually cause resistance with repeated use.
Moreover, for Soul Masters with naturally strong physiques, it would have little to no effect.
Among the two recipes, the one with true value was the Longevity Pill.
(END CHAPTER)
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