Low-level God-tier Soul Bone Shard

The auction hall felt more solemn than ever, the star-patterned motifs on the dome fully lit as guests entered, weaving into a brilliant web of light that cast every expression into sharp clarity. Ning Fengzhi sat in the front row, his fingertips rubbing the 200,000-point token he had just exchanged in his sleeve—after half a month of resource gathering, the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect's point reserves had reached a new high, enough to support his bidding on high-value items.

Tang Xiao sat on the other side, an elder from the Clear Sky Sect behind him holding a sandalwood box containing three Clear Sky Divine Iron shards freshly taken from the sect's secret vault, valued at 150,000 points by the system's assessment. The most eye-catching addition was a new seat draped in deep blue velvet, where an envoy in a sea-patterned robe sat, surrounded by a faint aura of seawater—this was the bidding representative sent by Sea God Island.

Lin Yue walked slowly onto the auction platform, tapping the table with his fingertip, and a system projection immediately lit up in the center. In the image, a palm-sized soul bone shard floated within a golden halo, its surface covered in dense divine patterns, with pale golden energy faintly visible flowing inside—this was the evening's highlight item: a Low-level God-tier Soul Bone Shard.

"Ladies and gentlemen, for today's fifth auction, the first item is this Low-level God-tier Soul Bone Shard," Lin Yue's voice, amplified by the system, rang clearly throughout the hall. "This shard has been tested by the system and contains pure god-tier energy with no hidden risks. Collect ten shards to synthesize a complete Low-level God-tier Soul Bone, which can not only greatly enhance a soul master's strength but also allow them to glimpse divine power early, laying the foundation for future godhood."

As soon as the words fell, a wave of sharp intakes of breath swept through the audience. A god-tier soul bone! This was the ultimate treasure every soul master dreamed of—even a single shard was enough to drive major powers into a frenzy. Tang Xiao's eyes flashed with fervor—none of the Clear Sky Sect's ancestors had ever touched the divine realm; if they could gather the shards and synthesize the divine bone, perhaps the sect could birth its first deity. The Sea God Island envoy straightened his back slightly; before his departure, Bo Saixi had specifically instructed him to secure this shard at any cost, to stockpile god-tier resources for the Sea God inheritance.

"Low-level God-tier Soul Bone Shard, starting price 300,000 points, minimum bid increment of 20,000 points." Lin Yue's announcement marked the official start of the auction.

"300,000 points!" Tang Xiao raised his paddle first, his voice carrying suppressed excitement. "The Clear Sky Sect offers three Clear Sky Divine Iron shards, plus fifty thousand-year spirit grasses." The system panel instantly displayed the evaluation: the Clear Sky Divine Iron shards totaled 150,000 points, the thousand-year spirit grasses another 150,000 points, exactly reaching 300,000—precise and flawless.

The Sea God Island envoy followed immediately, his voice carrying an unyielding resolve: "320,000 points! Sea God Island offers ten deep sea pearls, plus one hundred-thousand-year seaweed." Deep sea pearls were a specialty of Sea God Island, each worth 20,000 points, while the hundred-thousand-year seaweed, a material for refining god-tier pills, was valued at 20,000 points—together, they added 40,000 points, pushing the total to 320,000.

Ning Fengzhi shook his head lightly and refrained from bidding. The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect focused on support-type abilities; a god-tier soul bone shard had limited use for them, and he preferred to save his points for potential support-type god-tier resources that might appear later.

Just then, a cool voice came from the private auction room: "350,000 points. The Martial Soul Hall offers fifty high-tier soul tool parts." It was Bibi Dong's voice; though not present in person, she was bidding remotely through a soul tool device. High-tier soul tool parts were core resources of the Martial Soul Hall, each worth 10,000 points—fifty pieces exactly added 50,000 points, instantly surpassing Sea God Island.

The Sea God Island envoy frowned slightly, exchanged a few hushed words with his attendant, then raised his paddle again: "380,000 points! Adding five more deep sea pearls and one hundred-thousand-year seaweed." The hundred-thousand-year seaweed far exceeded the ten-thousand-year variety in value—a single stalk was worth 50,000 points—and with the five deep sea pearls, the total shot past 380,000.

Tang Xiao's face darkened. The Clear Sky Sect's point reserves were nearly exhausted; if he raised the bid further, he would have to use the sect's inherited "Clear Sky Token," a supreme treasure only the sect master could wield. Though he was the sect master, he dared not make that decision lightly. He clenched his fists, his gaze fixed on the projected soul bone shard, eyes filled with reluctance.

Bibi Dong, however, showed no hesitation. The voice from the private auction room rang out again: "400,000 points! The Martial Soul Hall adds another thirty high-tier soul tool parts." Thirty high-tier soul tool parts were worth 300,000 points, bringing the total offered to 800,000 points—yet she was only bidding 400,000, clearly holding reserves in hand.

The Sea God Island envoy's expression shifted as well. Though he had brought many resources, most were deep-sea specialties; according to the system's evaluation, their total value was around 450,000 points. If he continued raising the bid, he would soon hit his limit. After a moment's deliberation, he raised his paddle once more: "420,000 points! Sea God Island offers its last five deep sea pearls, plus one Sea God Crystal shard." The Sea God Crystal shard, containing pure Sea God energy, was worth 50,000 points—this was all the resources he could muster.

The entire hall fell silent, all eyes fixed on the private auction room. Everyone knew the next bid would decide the fate of this god-tier soul bone shard.

The silence in the private auction room stretched for a moment, then Bibi Dong's cool voice emerged: "480,000 points. The Martial Soul Hall offers one hundred high-tier soul tool parts, plus a complete set of soul tool design blueprints."

One hundred high-tier soul tool parts! A complete set of Level Nine Soul Tool Design Blueprints! The hall erupted in uproar. One hundred high-tier soul tool parts were worth 1,000,000 points, and the soul tool design blueprints were priceless on the open market—valued by the system at no less than 500,000 points. Yet she was bidding only 480,000, a clear testament to how much the Martial Soul Hall valued this shard.

The Sea God Island envoy let out a long sigh and lowered his paddle. He knew Sea God Island could no longer compete. Tang Xiao also shook his head, abandoning the bid entirely.

"480,000 points, going once!" Lin Yue's voice rang out, sweeping across the hall. "480,000 points, going twice!"

Inside the private auction room, Bibi Dong watched the projected soul bone shard, a satisfied smile curling at the corner of her lips. This shard would not only boost the Martial Soul Hall's strength but also aid her Rakshasa God inheritance—the cost of 480,000 points was well worth it.

"480,000 points, going three times! Sold!" Lin Yue brought down the gavel, and the system instantly completed the resource-to-point conversion. The one hundred high-tier soul tool parts and the Level Nine Soul Tool Design Blueprints turned into streams of light, stored in the system space, while the Low-level God-tier Soul Bone Shard drifted slowly toward the private auction room, landing in the hands of Bibi Dong's envoy.

After the envoy left, Tang Xiao approached Lin Yue, his tone tinged with regret: "Pavilion Master Lin, this shard was truly important to the Clear Sky Sect, but unfortunately..."

Lin Yue nodded calmly: "No need to regret. Other god-tier resources will appear in subsequent auctions. As long as you have enough points, opportunities will come."

A glimmer of hope lit up Tang Xiao's eyes: "May I ask if the 'other god-tier resources' Pavilion Master Lin mentioned include treasures that can enhance the divine potential of a tool martial soul?"

"I can't disclose details for now, but I can assure you, Elder Tang won't be disappointed." Lin Yue didn't elaborate, but gave Tang Xiao a clear signal.

Tang Xiao asked no further questions. After bowing respectfully, he led the Clear Sky Sect elder out of the auction house. His mind was already set—return immediately, organize the disciples, intensify resource gathering, even if it meant using the sect's inherited treasures, to amass enough points before the next auction.

The Sea God Island envoy also stepped forward, his tone respectful: "Pavilion Master Lin, failing to secure the shard this time is truly regrettable. But Sea God Island's need for god-tier resources is urgent. May I ask when similar treasures will appear in future auctions?"

"Soon," Lin Yue replied flatly. "The system will soon release a 'God-tier Resource Collection' mission. Factions that complete it will gain priority bidding rights for god-tier items. If Sea God Island is interested, keep an eye on the mission updates."

The Sea God Island envoy was overjoyed: "Thank you, Pavilion Master Lin! I will report this to the island master immediately—we won't miss the mission opportunity!"

After seeing everyone off, Lin Yue returned to the top-floor loft and opened the system panel. On the panel, the point number kept jumping, finally settling at 820,000 points—just 180,000 short of the million-point threshold. A faint smile curled at his lips as his fingertip swept across the panel, pulling up the settings interface for the "God-tier Resource Collection" mission.

This mission would not only further spur the major powers to gather resources but also pave the way for the upcoming cross-world auction. After all, opening a cross-world passage required no small amount of points.

Meanwhile, in the Pope's Palace of the Martial Soul Hall, Bibi Dong held the Low-level God-tier Soul Bone Shard, feeling the divine energy within. The divine patterns on the shard's surface grew brighter under the nourishment of her soul power, faintly resonating with the Rakshasa God energy inside her.

"Excellent," Bibi Dong said, a note of satisfaction in her voice. "With this shard, my Rakshasa God inheritance can advance another step. Moon Guan, issue orders to intensify resource gathering, especially god-tier resources. At the next auction, we must secure another shard, no matter what."

"Yes, Your Majesty the Pope!" Moon Guan bowed in response, but shock filled his heart. He could sense that the divine energy in the shard was far purer than he had imagined—if ten were gathered, the Pope might truly ascend to godhood.

At the same time, in the Sea God Island's council hall, Bo Saixi listened to the envoy's report, a thoughtful gleam in her eyes. "A 'God-tier Resource Collection' mission... It seems Lin Yue and his auction house are far more mysterious than we thought." She turned to the High Priest behind her. "Issue orders: the entire island is to devote all efforts to gathering god-tier resources. We must complete the mission and secure priority bidding rights."

"Yes, Island Master!" the High Priest bowed in acknowledgment.

This auction for a Low-level God-tier Soul Bone Shard had not only brought great gains to the Martial Soul Hall but also made every major power realize that god-tier resources had officially become the auction house's core offerings. And Lin Yue knew this was only the beginning—with the release of the "God-tier Resource Collection" mission, the power structure of the Douluo Continent was about to undergo even more drastic changes. And he, amidst this upheaval, would steadily accumulate enough points to open the door to cross-world auctions.