Deep-pocketed Gu Yunxiao and the Spirit-Devouring Carving Knife

"Holy crap!"

On the other side, Wang Yan's lips twitched violently, his face speechless.

He subconsciously looked up, trying to find out which young master was so rich that three thousand was all it took?

However, Wang Yan looked around but found nothing, and could only stay there in frustration.

Three Gold Soul Coin, that's way too much of a price.

He's using the academy's money; if he buys anything weird or unusual, he'll definitely be held accountable by the academy's higher-ups.

"Number Twelve VIP has bid three Gold Soul Coin. Is there anyone else bidding?" Qing Ya smiled slightly, her gaze involuntarily falling on Gu Yunxiao.

Although Gu Yunxiao and his group were dressed in black robes and wore masks, with one man and seven women, plus their unique auras, it wasn't difficult to recognize them.

"Three Gold Soul Coin per attempt..."

Seeing that no one was bidding, Qing Ya began the final three rounds of bidding.

Finally, the hammer fell, and the auction was successful.

"Congratulations to Number Twelve VIP for acquiring this Level 3 Soul Guidance Paralysis Ray. Thank you for your generosity," Qing Ya said with a smile.

She can also get a significant cut from the 3,000 Gold Soul Coin.

"Xiao Xiao, this Soul Tool is for you." Gu Yunxiao looked at Xiao Xiao.

"Huh? Me?"

"Don't want?"

"Yes, yes, yes!"

Xiao Xiao nodded immediately and said with a grin, "Yunxiao, thank you!"

Although Level 3 Soul Tool isn't powerful, it was a gift from Gu Yunxiao, so it has a special meaning. Even if she doesn't use it, it still has collectible value.

Then, the next item was brought up for auction.

"I bought them all."

Gu Yunxiao thought for a moment and then decisively placed a bid.

Moreover, his bidding method was extremely extravagant, directly offering a price that ordinary people simply couldn't afford and would find difficult to follow.

After several such incidents, everyone was completely bewildered.

Who is this young master from? He's so rich!

Could it be Mingde Hall?

Mingde Hall is bidding for Soul Tool? Don't be ridiculous!

The most upset person was Wang Yan. He had originally planned to buy a few Soul Tool to improve the strength of the reserve team and ensure that there would be no problem in the upcoming Round-Robin Tournament.

Unexpectedly, a big spender appeared out of nowhere and spent more than 100,000 Gold Soul Coin in total.

His opponent was too rich; he couldn't afford to play that game.

"Sold! Congratulations to Number Twelve VIP!"

"Sold! Congratulations again to Number Twelve VIP!"

"Sold. This Soul Tool belongs to Number Twelve VIP..."

Qing Ya's smile grew wider and wider.

Although she hosted many auctions and earned a considerable amount of Gold Soul Coin, she would never turn down money.

Gu Yunxiao's extravagant spending tonight made her a fortune.

Qing Ya's gaze towards Gu Yunxiao softened further, yet a hint of regret lingered in her heart. "It's a pity he's the boy Her Highness has taken a liking to..."

"No, the Starlight Auction House is managed by Her Highness the Princess; it's part of her dowry. So, we..." Qing Ya realized, and suddenly felt a sense of anticipation.

If Gu Yunxiao and the princess really get married, will they also have to bring dowries?

Is this... really okay?

Should they accept, or refuse first and then accept?

Thinking of this, Qing Ya couldn't help but glance at Gu Yunxiao a few more times before moving on to the next item in the auction.

As expected, Gu Yunxiao acquired it at an extremely high price.

By the last item up for auction, some bidders who had been forced to conserve their strength were already determined to redeem themselves.

All the Gold Soul Coin I've accumulated will be used this time.

They simply didn't believe that Gu Yunxiao, having spent over 100,000 Gold Soul Coin, would still have spare cash.

"Distinguished guests, our grand prize is about to be revealed, and it will be the final item in our auction tonight."

"It shouldn't be here, but to thank our valued guests for their continued support of Starlight Auction House, with the chief auctioneer's permission, we have specially added this item to the lot."

"Although it is very expensive, I believe that everyone who truly understands it will feel it is well worth the price."

Qing Ya's explanation instantly stirred the emotions of all the bidders, making them extremely curious about what was hidden under the red cloth.

Items that make it to the grand finale are definitely worth a fortune.

Perhaps the value of this single item is more than all the items auctioned before it were combined.

"Distinguished guests, please take a look."

Amidst the expectant gazes of several pairs of eyes, Qing Ya pulled back the red cloth, revealing the auction items inside under the lights.

This thing is very small, about half a foot long and as thick as a finger, and it changes from wide to narrow from bottom to top.

The top is a sharp point, and the bottom is a blade about half an inch wide.

It has an overall rustic feel, a dark color, and faint patterns engraved on it, exuding a faint sense of antiquity, but also a somewhat melancholic atmosphere.

Burin!

Everyone present recognized what it was.

In an instant, everyone's eyes lit up, anticipating the auction for the carving knife, all looking eager to try their luck.

"The carving knife rankings in the Douluo Continent only record the top one hundred carving knives. More than two-thirds of the listed carving knives are from the Sun Moon Empire, which is one of the reasons why their Soul Tool and Soul Engineer are so powerful."

"And the carving knife being auctioned tonight is one of the top 100."

Qing Ya explained.

As expected, when everyone learned that it was a ranking engraving knife, they instantly lost their composure, their eyes burning with a fiery intent that seemed ready to devour them.

However, Qing Ya was not in a hurry to auction it off.

This caused some people to lose their composure.

"Auctioneer Qing Ya, what are you waiting for? Begin the bidding!"

"Yes, let's get started!"

"Does this mean that the engraving tools for listing notices are to be bartered?"

"What?! They didn't even give us advance notice!"

"..."

A murmur of discussion arose in the auction hall, and the room was buzzing with excitement.

"Distinguished guests, please allow me to finish speaking."

After calming everyone down, Qing Ya changed the subject and sighed, "This isn't a normal engraving knife for ranking. Although it's ranked ninety-ninth, with its capabilities, entering the top thirty wouldn't be a problem."

"It's ranked so low because it's cursed."

"Could it be that murderous sword, the Soul Devourer, that would turn on its master!" He Caitou, sitting in the front of the Shrek group, couldn't help but exclaim.

"As expected, there are discerning people here."

Qing Ya was slightly surprised, then began to introduce the murderous sword, Soul Devourer, to everyone. "This carving knife is called the Spirit-Devouring Carving Knife. Three thousand years ago, it appeared..."

Soon, Qing Ya revealed the information and drawbacks of the Spirit-Devouring Carving Knife.

Upon hearing the news that this was a murderous blade capable of 'killing its master,' those who were eager to bid immediately fell silent.

I thought this last item would be a surprise, but it turned out to be a shock.

Undeniably, the Spirit-Devouring Carving Knife is formidable; with this blade, one could easily become a top-tier Soul Engineer, gaining fame and status.

However, the price is also huge; one wrong step and you could fall into the trap of becoming Evil Soul Master.

"The Spirit-Devouring Carving Knife, starting bid 100,000 Gold Soul Coin, minimum increment 5,000 Gold Soul Coin. Distinguished guests, you may now begin bidding."

Qing Ya smiled slightly and gave the starting price and increments.

However, no one bid.

Even the best carving knife is useless if you're alive to use it.