The atmosphere in the venue had grown much quieter than before.
"Body Tempering Formula?"
A slightly disdainful voice came from a corner.
"It's useful for children before their martial souls awaken? What great clan doesn't have a few secret formulas tucked away at the bottom of the chest? Wouldn't their effects be better than some scroll of unknown origin?"
Someone else chimed in.
"Exactly. And if it's an ordinary family, who would be willing to spend One Hundred Thousand Gold Soul Coins to gamble on that 'tiny bit' of Innate Soul Power? Not worth it."
It was not just the people speaking. Many others looked calm as well, clearly showing little interest in the item.
Their resources were more inclined toward nurturing direct bloodlines who had already shown promise, or sect geniuses, rather than investing too much in a bunch of unknowns.
Doudou's eyes flickered slightly. She had clearly expected this reaction too.
"One Hundred Thousand Gold Soul Coins. Do any honored guests wish to bid?"
Her voice was still sweet, but it lacked the warmth from earlier.
After a moment of silence, someone did make a bid, slowly raising it to two hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins!
Inside the private room, the Peerless Dragon Snake couple showed some delight on their faces.
"Two hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins. This old woman thinks this thing wouldn't be bad for the youngsters in our family to use."
Dragon Duke also nodded.
"Our family's foundation is thin. Adding a bit of heritage is always good. We'll take it."
Once this price was called, no one else competed.
"Two hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins once! Two hundred thousand Gold Soul Coins twice! Three times! Sold!"
The small hammer in Doudou's hand fell.
"Congratulations to the guests in VIP Room 3."
Inside the private