"One hundred and ten million spirit crystals!"
As soon as Biyao Fairy finished speaking, a private box immediately called out a price.
Although the starting price of the Zhenyun National Cauldron was a bit high, its effect and power were naturally obvious. A price of 100 million spirit crystals was truly worth it.
"One hundred and fifteen million spirit crystals!"
"One hundred and twenty million spirit crystals!"
"..."
"Two hundred million spirit crystals!"
Bidding sounds echoed, instantly driving the price of the Zhenyun National Cauldron to 200 million spirit crystals. Seeing the rapidly rising price, Li Xuan couldn't help but gasp.
This was a clear indication of the power of the forces on the Eternal Continent.
At this moment, He Xiuzhu and the others pondered for a moment before nodding in unison.
Seeing this, Li Xuan's heart stirred. Did his senior brothers and sisters also have their sights set on the Zhenyun National Cauldron?
But if so, why didn't they bid?
"Junior disciple, the Zhenyun National Cauldron not only stabilizes a nation's destiny but also enhances the spiritual energy of a sect's territory. Compared to a sect, the Zhenyun National Cauldron's efficacy can reach its maximum."
"If a first-rate force obtained it, it might not take a hundred years to catch up to the strength of the Five Great Families. Therefore, the competition for this Zhenyun National Cauldron will likely be unprecedentedly fierce."
Perhaps sensing Li Xuan's confusion, He Xiuzhu directly explained.
"So, Senior Brother means that you plan to bid for the Zhenyun National Cauldron and bring it back to the sect?" Li Xuan asked, nodding slightly after hearing this.
He Xiuzhu nodded. He looked at the continuously rising price projected on the screen and slowly said, "The appearance of such a treasure has already disrupted the balance on the Eternal Continent. If it were obtained in secret, then so be it."
"But now that forces from all sides have gathered here and witnessed the Zhenyun National Cauldron. No matter which force ultimately obtains it, it will likely cause a series of upheavals. This is not the situation we wish to see."
"Although we are not true disciples of the Shengyuan Sect, we must uphold the principles of the Shengyuan Sect."
"The principles of the Shengyuan Sect?" Li Xuan was stunned. Wang Kun had never mentioned this to him.
He Xiuzhu's expression turned serious. "The principles of our Shengyuan Sect are to balance the various forces on the Eternal Continent. Besides that, we must protect the prosperity of the Eternal Continent. If it were just minor squabbles, we naturally wouldn't interfere."
"But the appearance of the Zhenyun National Cauldron will inevitably lead to a series of conflicts. And in the end, it will undoubtedly affect the development of the Eternal Continent. Junior disciple, I hope you can also fulfill this responsibility."
"Senior Brother, I will," Li Xuan said solemnly, nodding.
For a moment, Li Xuan felt the weight of responsibility on his shoulders.
After being treated by Elder Shan Wushuang, Li Xuan had once fallen into a state of confusion. Now, Yue Fuyao was in the Moon Clan, and Li Xuan could meet her at any time.
At that time, Li Xuan was unsure of his future direction. Now, He Xiuzhu's words had enlightened him. Even if not entirely, at least he had a direction.
"Three hundred and twenty million spirit crystals!"
While Li Xuan and He Xiuzhu were chatting, the bidding price of the Zhenyun National Cauldron had already climbed to 320 million spirit crystals. Although this price caused some forces to stop bidding, Li Xuan knew that the price of the Zhenyun National Cauldron would not stop here. After all, none of the five private boxes on the topmost floor had made a bid yet.
"Senior Brother, when do we start bidding?" Although the speed of the price increase had slowed, it was still continuing to rise. Wen Boya glanced at the price on the screen and then looked at He Xiuzhu, asking.
He Xiuzhu pondered for a moment and then nodded slightly, "Now is fine."
"Alright." Wen Boya immediately withdrew his gaze and waved his hand, sending a beam of spiritual light into the projected screen.
"Box Number Six, marked 'Zhong', bids three hundred and seventy million spirit crystals. Does anyone else wish to bid?" As Wen Boya made his move, Biyao Fairy spoke. However, her gaze shifted towards the five private boxes on the topmost floor.
After all, at this price, only a few scattered boxes were still following the bid. Those with the ability to continue bidding were undoubtedly the forces from the five great families on the topmost floor.
"Three hundred and seventy-five million spirit crystals." As soon as Biyao Fairy finished speaking, a voice came from the third private box on the topmost floor.
"Three hundred and eighty million spirit crystals."
"Three hundred and eighty-five million spirit crystals."
"..."
"Four hundred and ten million spirit crystals."
With the appearance of the third private box on the topmost floor, the other four boxes also began to bid. In less than five minutes, the price of the Zhenyun National Cauldron had climbed to 410 million spirit crystals.
Li Xuan looked at the silent He Xiuzhu and asked, "Senior Brother, is it that we don't have enough spirit crystals?"
"It's not a problem of spirit crystals. With the five great races and forces bidding, there's no need for us to keep raising the price. It looks like it will only slow down after reaching over 500 million spirit crystals."
"However, to be safe, everyone should take out their own spirit crystals and count them. Then we'll have a psychological preparation for the final outcome," He Xiuzhu replied, shaking his head.
"Senior Brother, the spirit crystals that Second Brother gave me, plus one hundred and twenty million," Wang Kun immediately said, then waved his hand, tossing his spatial bracelet to He Xiuzhu.
"I have ninety million spirit crystals here," Song Qianyu said casually, waving her hand, and another spatial bracelet shot towards He Xiuzhu.
"I have 100 million spirit crystals here," Shen Ziwen said.
"I only have seventy million spirit crystals here," Lu Hanchi said.
After everyone had presented their spirit crystals, He Xiuzhu did a quick tally and then said, "Adding my 100 million and the remaining 200 million from Elder Shan, our total spirit crystals amount to 680 million. I hope we can win the bid."
"Senior Brother, I have about 20 million spirit crystals here," Li Xuan said.
He Xiuzhu smiled and nodded, then said, "Keep them for now. If it's not enough, it's not too late to take them out."
"Four hundred and fifty million spirit crystals."
"Four hundred and fifty-five million spirit crystals."
"..."
"Four hundred and sixty million spirit crystals."
When Li Xuan and the other seven shifted their gaze to the projected screen, the bidding price of the Zhenyun National Cauldron had already reached 460 million spirit crystals. At He Xiuzhu's signal, Wen Boya bid again.
"Four hundred and seventy million spirit crystals."
"..."
"Five hundred million spirit crystals!"
The price continued to climb, instantly breaking the 500 million spirit crystal mark. Looking at this price, Li Xuan fell silent.
"Five hundred and fifty million spirit crystals!"