Everyone Scrambles

In the seating area for the Star Luo Empire delegation, the Star Luo Empire Emperor, Xu Jiawei, sat upright in his chair, his expression grave.

He too realized the enormous impact this Level Five Soul Tool would bring.

"No matter what, we must secure this Level Five Soul Tool."

Xu Jiawei silently made up his mind, determination shining in his eyes.

He had originally come for the Starry Sky Auction House's finale auction item: an Ultimate Martial Spirit. But when he arrived at the auction venue and saw so many top-tier powerhouses gathered—

There was even a Limit Douluo!

He understood that, given the Star Luo Empire's current strength, competing for an Ultimate Martial Spirit was far too risky. If things went badly, it could even bring disaster upon the empire.

Thus, he gradually abandoned that thought.

But now, the appearance of this Level Five Soul Tool allowed him to see hope for the Star Luo Empire to grow stronger.

At the same time, the Sun Moon Empire Crown Prince, Xu Tianran, sat not far away, excitement glimmering in his eyes.

"Get that Level Five Soul Tool blueprint."

Xu Tianran lightly tapped the chair beside him with his right hand. His voice was low, yet carried unquestionable authority as he directly gave the order to the person at his side.

He knew clearly that this Soul Tool would be of immense benefit to his future rule over the Sun Moon Empire.

Not only could it increase the empire's strength, but it could also further consolidate his position as crown prince.

From every perspective, he was determined to obtain that blueprint.

Huo Yuhao was likewise too stunned by the news to speak.

He stared fixedly at the wooden box on the auction platform, both shocked and excited.

He was shocked that such a miraculous Soul Tool truly existed in this world, while his excitement stemmed from his deep interest in the structure and principles of Soul Tools.

He could hardly wait to get his hands on the blueprint and take it apart for study.

He wanted to see just how miraculous the internal structure of a Soul Tool capable of granting Triple Cultivation Speed for Soul Masters truly was.

And what kind of Exquisite Craftsmanship had been used to create it.

Upon hearing of the miraculous effects of the Level Five Soul Tool, Xuan Zi's heart jolted violently.

A flash of astonishment passed through his eyes!

It was truly difficult to imagine that a mere Level Five Soul Tool could possess such extraordinary and powerful effects.

He narrowed his eyes slightly as an image involuntarily surfaced in his mind.

If this Level Five Soul Tool could be successfully mass-produced, what earth-shaking changes would Shrek Academy undergo?

"Bid for this Soul Tool blueprint. Perhaps this Soul Tool can resolve the conflicts within the academy."

Mu En's voice was low and forceful.

He frowned slightly, a contemplative light flickering in his deep eyes.

Over the years, considerable disagreements had arisen within the academy over whether to focus on Soul Tool and Martial Spirit Cultivation.

Ancient Traditional Concepts clashed fiercely with Emerging Soul Tool Concepts, and the conflict gradually intensified.

Mu En knew that this Level Five Soul Tool might be the key to breaking the deadlock.

Shrek Academy, this sacred hall that carried the dreams of countless Soul Masters, still retained Outdated Ideas from Ten Thousand Years Ago.

For a long time, the academy had upheld the belief that Soul Masters needed to rely on their own strength to become powerful, pouring vast resources and effort into Martial Spirit cultivation.

However, the wheels of time rolled ever onward, and the Development of Soul Tools advanced with each passing day.

What had begun as simple auxiliary tools had gradually evolved into powerful weapons indispensable on the battlefield.

Powerful Soul Engineers, wielding mighty Soul Tools, were more than capable of threatening powerhouses such as Titled Douluo.

Over the years, Mu En had continued to reflect and observe, and his views had gradually changed.

He understood that if Shrek Academy wished to maintain its leading position, it had to perfectly integrate Martial Spirits with Soul Tools.

Yet some of the academy's powerhouses remained firmly entrenched in their old beliefs, considering Soul Tools nothing more than an Unorthodox Path, unworthy of the grand stage.

In their eyes, only Pure Martial Spirit Power was what Soul Masters could truly rely on.

This stubborn way of thinking caused the conflicts within the academy to deepen by the day.

Students from both sides often argued endlessly during their daily interactions because of their differing beliefs.

"Understood, Elder Mu."

Xuan Zi nodded solemnly.

Behind him, Huo Yuhao took everything in, and his eyes brightened slightly.

He secretly rubbed his palms together, his heart full of anticipation. He sincerely hoped that the academy would successfully obtain this Level Five Soul Tool blueprint.

"That is roughly what this Level Five Soul Tool does. But you should also understand what kind of impact the emergence of this entirely new Soul Tool will have on Douluo Continent."

"Therefore, the starting price for this Level 5 Soul Tool Blueprint is 5 million Gold Soul Coins, with each bid increase no less than 1 million Gold Soul Coins."

Ling Yun's voice was crisp and pleasant, like a clear mountain spring, echoing throughout the auction hall.

"5 million Gold Soul Coins."

Xiao Hongchen raised the paddle in his hand without hesitation, his voice loud and confident.

He had received orders from his grandfather, Jing Hongchen: no matter the cost, he had to secure this Level 5 Soul Tool Blueprint.

As one of the foremost institutions in Soul Tool research on Douluo Continent, Mingde Hall was determined to obtain this blueprint.

Jing Hongchen knew full well the value of this blueprint. It might become the crucial opportunity for Mingde Hall's further development.

"6 million Gold Soul Coins."

Xu Jiawei, the emperor of the Star Luo Empire, sat not far away. He narrowed his eyes slightly, his gaze revealing an unquestionable dominance.

He gave a light wave of his hand, and his subordinate immediately understood, loudly calling out the new bid.

Although the Star Luo Empire had started relatively late in the Development of Soul Tools, it had continuously increased its investments in recent years, hoping to secure a place in this field.

"7 million Gold Soul Coins!"

"8 million Gold Soul Coins!"

"..."

Bids rose one after another throughout the auction hall, like surging waves.

The Sun Moon Empire, Mingde Hall, the Star Luo Empire, Shrek Academy, and many other top factions all joined this fierce contest.

Jiang Li sat quietly in a corner of the Fifth Floor, the corners of his lips lifting slightly into a satisfied smile.

Like an uninvolved observer, he watched the intense competition unfold.

To him, the fiercer the competition, the more Gold Soul Coins he would ultimately receive—and the more chances he would have to draw prizes.

He leaned lightly against the back of his chair, his eyes carrying a trace of languidness along with a hint of anticipation.

When Jiang Li recalled the time he had drawn this Level 5 Soul Tool Blueprint, he remembered that he had not paid it much attention at first.

In this era of flourishing Soul Tool development, even Ninth-Level Soul Tools were no longer rare.

However, after he thoroughly investigated this Soul Tool's effects, the joy in his heart was beyond words.

It could actually triple the cultivation speed of Soul Masters below the Soul Emperor rank. It was practically a heaven-defying ability.