Mysterious Water Pill

As he pondered, the lights on the auction stage suddenly lit up.

A beautiful woman in a qipao walked onto the stage. She had a smile on her face and an elegant demeanor. She was the auctioneer for today.

"Esteemed guests, welcome to this auction."

Her voice was soft and pleasant.

"This auction is a last-minute addition because several special items have just been added to our inventory."

"We believe you will not be disappointed."

She paused and surveyed the entire venue.

"Then, without further ado, the first item for auction—"

She gestured, and a waiter carrying an exquisite tray walked onto the stage. On the tray was a jade bottle. The bottle was crystal clear, and one could vaguely see a light blue liquid inside.

"Mysterious Water Pill."

The auctioneer's voice rang out.

"This pill comes from the Mysterious Underworld Sect. It is their unique medicinal pill."

"It is made from the essence blood of over a dozen Water Attribute Soul Beasts and dozens of Water Attribute Plants, refined through special formulation."

"Its medicinal properties are mild and easy to absorb. It can increase Soul Power, cleanse marrow and change tendons, making it a top choice for young Soul Masters!"

As her voice fell, a slight commotion arose from the audience.

"The starting bid for each Mysterious Water Pill is one million Federal Currency. Increments must not be less than ten thousand."

"The bidding now begins."

Wang Zhi was slightly stunned.

One million Federal Currency?!

So expensive!

But worth it!

Because he also knew the effects of the Mysterious Water Pill. It was indeed very suitable for Soul Masters like him with poor talent.

At this moment, Zhou Tian'er leaned over.

"Generally speaking, although the starting bid for the Mysterious Water Pill is one million, the final transaction price is usually around five to six million."

She paused and added.

"If a Soul Master is in urgent need, they can sell it for around seven to eight million, but this price isn't high, it's still acceptable."

Wang Zhi: "..."

Seven to eight million is not high?

He silently swallowed.

At this moment, Zhou Tian'er continued to introduce the Mysterious Underworld Sect to him.

"The Mysterious Underworld Sect is a sect that has been passed down for ten thousand years."

She lowered her voice and said mysteriously.

"However, they only recruit water-attribute Soul Masters, and the core members are all descendants of the Xu Family."

"So even after ten thousand years, it's not a major sect."

She paused and continued.

"The Xu Family's inherited Martial Soul is called the Mysterious Nether Turtle, and it is said to have a trace of Black Tortoise bloodline."

"If one can awaken the bloodline, the Martial Soul will transform into the Black Tortoise."

A hint of surprise flashed in Wang Zhi's eyes.

He hadn't expected the Mysterious Underworld Sect to have a ten-thousand-year legacy, and to still be on the Douluo Continent, not having moved to the Heaven Spirit Continent with the Heaven Spirit Empire.

However, he didn't say anything, just nodded slightly.

The bidding on stage was fiercely underway.

"Two million!"

"Three point two million!"

"Four point five million!"

The price continued to climb.

Zhou Tian'er remained silent, just watching quietly.

It wasn't until the price reached five point eight million and the bidders gradually dwindled that she slowly raised her Bidder Number.

"Six million."

Her voice was not loud, but it was exceptionally clear in the quiet auction hall.

Some people still wanted to bid, but after turning to see a young girl, and then looking at the blue-haired girl with a cool demeanor beside her, they hesitated and finally put down their bidder numbers.

"Six million, first call."

The auctioneer's voice rang out.

"Six million, second call."

"Six million, third call..."

"Sold!"

The auctioneer's gavel fell.

"Congratulations to this miss for winning the Mysterious Water Pill!"

Zhou Tian'er put down her bidder number and turned to look at Wang Zhi, her face blooming into a smile.

"Done!"

"When I get the Mysterious Water Pill later, I'll give it to you."

Wang Zhi quickly waved his hands.

"Tian'er Jie, this is too precious, I can't..."

Before he could finish speaking, his cheek was gently pinched by a soft hand.

Zhou Tian'er leaned close to him, her eyes wide, looking fierce.

"Xiao Zhi, if you dare to refuse, I'll get angry!"

"The really, really angry kind!"

She pinched his cheek. The feel was surprisingly good, soft and tender, and she couldn't help but gently squeeze again.

Wang Zhi, unable to speak due to the pinch, could only look at her helplessly.

"Did you hear me? You must accept it!"

Zhou Tian'er threatened.

Beside them, Zhou Hanyou watched the scene quietly, a faint smile flashing in her eyes before quickly returning to her usual cool demeanor.

After a long while, Zhou Tian'er finally released her hand.

Wang Zhi rubbed his reddened cheek and looked into her earnest emerald green eyes, finally nodding in resignation.

"...Okay, thank you, Tian'er Jie."

Zhou Tian'er then smiled with satisfaction and reached out to ruffle his hair.

"Good boy!"

The auction continued.

Item after item appeared, including Soul Tools, Rare Metals, and various Rare Treasures.

Zhou Tian'er would occasionally explain a few things to Wang Zhi, telling him what was worth buying and what was flashy but impractical.

Wang Zhi listened attentively, silently committing this knowledge to memory.

Until the seventh item was brought up.

It was a translucent blue Jade Box, and even through the box, an oppressive chill could be felt spreading from the stage.

The Auctioneer's voice rang out at the opportune moment.

"The seventh item is the Thousand Year Ice Marrow Jade Marrow."

"It originates from the depths of the ten-thousand-year ice layer in the Extreme North Land, and can only be found by breaking through a hundred meters of solid ice."

"This item contains extremely pure Ice Attribute energy, and is a treasure that is hard to find even with a thousand pieces of gold for an Ice Attribute Soul Master."

"Whether it is used for Cultivation or as an auxiliary material for a Soul Master's breakthrough, it holds extremely high value."

She paused and surveyed the entire audience.

"The starting bid is twenty million Federal Currency."

"Each bid must not be less than one hundred thousand."

"The bidding now begins."

As her voice fell, discussions arose from the audience.

Twenty million Federal Currency...

This starting bid was already quite high.

But for an Ice Attribute Soul Master, the Thousand Year Ice Marrow Jade Marrow was indeed worth this price.

Wang Zhi subconsciously looked at Zhou Hanyou beside him.

As expected, a flicker of emotion flashed in her cold, clear eyes.

"Twenty-one million."

Someone started bidding.

"Twenty-two million."

"Twenty-three million."

The price steadily climbed.

Zhou Hanyou hadn't moved, just watching quietly.

It wasn't until the price reached thirty-eight million, and the bidders gradually thinned, that she slowly raised her bidder number.

"Forty million."

Her voice was still cool, but carried an unquestionable firmness.

The entire venue fell silent for a moment.

Some people turned to look in their direction, seeing a blue-haired girl with a calm expression, as if forty million was just a small sum.

"Forty million, first call."

The auctioneer's voice rang out.

"Forty-one million." Someone tentatively raised the bid.

Zhou Hanyou's expression didn't change, and she raised her bidder number again.

"Forty-five million."

Another significant price increase.

This time, those who still wanted to compete completely gave up.

Buying a Thousand Year Ice Marrow Jade Marrow for forty-five million, while not a loss, wasn't exactly a profit either.

Moreover, judging by the girl's demeanor, she was clearly determined to get it, and continuing to compete would only drive the price higher.

"Forty-five million, first call."

"Forty-five million, second call."

"Forty-five million, third call..."

"Sold!"

The auctioneer's gavel fell.