The auction progressed quickly. During the subsequent bidding, Lin Nian made repeated moves, targeting rare herbs, particularly practical magic crystals, and magical scrolls. Yet he never spent many gold coins, having thoroughly grasped the essence of auctions. He always managed to snag bargains.
This VIP Auction originally had thirty-six items. With the addition of the Heaven Defying Demon Dragon's magic crystal, there were thirty-seven. As time passed, they soon reached the auction for the final item.
"Up next is the final item of today's VIP Auction, as well as our grand finale treasure. Please welcome Miss Feng Ling'er."
Just as when the Heaven Defying Demon Dragon's magic crystal had been auctioned, a golden beam descended from above. Feng Ling'er, dressed in white, appeared before the crowd once more. This time, however, she was not pushing a cart. Instead, she held a long box in both hands, covered by a red cloth, and slowly walked onto the auction platform.
Though covered by red velvet, the size of the box was still apparent. The rectangular box was roughly four and a half feet long and a full foot wide, making it quite massive. Feng Ling'er was tall and slender, but rather delicate. Holding it as she came onstage made her seem especially pitiable.
"It is a treasured sword once stained with the blood of countless Demon Clan members. It once forged an epic, magnificent legend. Sacred light once shone because of it, yet in its pride, it chose to seal itself after its master fell."
Ye Weiyang's voice, filled with sorrow, spread throughout the hall. A trace of grief was plainly visible on her face, without the slightest hint of pretense. Her emotions seemed to come entirely from the depths of her heart.
"This is a sword of glory, a divine sword