Overbearing Immortal Doctor Chapter 1299 - 1398: An Important Decision

Exceeding 5.8 million was evidently a colossal figure, leaving them somewhat nonplussed. Each bid represented a pivotal juncture!

"Five hundred eighty-three million!" Xie Xuan escalated the price once more, a move that contorted Guo Kai's already displeased countenance into an even darker expression.

His frigid gaze bore into Xie Xuan with intense ferocity. Guo Kai's fan, once a symbol of elegance, lay discarded. His expression had turned stern and alarming, his heart ablaze with indignation.

Merely days prior, he had learned that the Tuoba Clan had regrettably purged all Lixian Duanxu Grass from their domain, thereby hindering the refinement of some of their most crucial talismans. Consequently, the Tuoba Clan was in dire need of the intermittent grass seeds from Li County. Initially, he had deemed this pursuit of little consequence, particularly since Li Xian's intermittent grass was not easily cultivated. However, fate now presented him an opportunity to curry favor with the Tuoba Clan using this very herb. To his dismay, Xie Xuan persistently challenged him.

"I failed to procure any intermittent green grass myself, yet here it is. Knowing the Tuoba Clan's urgent requirement for Instantaneous Intermittent Grass, I didn't contest further. Bai Bai entrusted it to the Buddhist Sect for the Dan Tai Gu Clan. The Tuoba Clan should recognize my continued efforts?" Guo Kai's demeanor was grim.

A critical decision loomed!

Under Xie Xuan's taunting scrutiny, Guo Kai clenched his jaw and declared, "Five hundred eighty-six million!"

"Five thousand nine hundred thousand!" Xie Xuan retorted, teeth gritted, unwilling to concede.

High upon the platform, the captivating smile of Kang Lian, observing the intense bidding war between the two, drew considerable attention.

"Grass! Six million years!" His eyes, somewhat bloodshot, finally bellowed desperately after a moment of strained silence, "Six million."

Six million was a sum sufficient to put Solomon in a tight spot; it was a high-stakes gamble!

"You win." To the astonishment of all present, Xie Xuan, after hearing the figure, responded with a smile, conceding to Guo Kai's bid.

A flicker of shock crossed his face. Moments later, Guo Kai's expression clouded over as realization dawned; he had been misled.

"Xie Xuan, your ruthlessness knows no bounds!" Guo Kai snarled, leveling a hateful glare at Xie Xuan.

"It's not a matter of hatred. You simply overpaid. In truth, I was prepared to spend 4.5 million for the Lixian Intermittent Grass, even more," Xie Xuan stated with evident glee. "Ah, but alas, the final treasure at this auction surpasses the value of Li Xian's Intermittent Grass. Without Brother Guo Kai's participation, I genuinely feel a sense of solitude."

Xie Xuan exuded an air of profound triumph.

Despite the Treasure Tower showing little deference to the Ximen Sect, its influence ultimately belonged to them. He had long been aware of two exceptionally valuable treasures being auctioned. One would financially cripple his old rival, Guo Kai, while the other could be acquired at minimal cost, thus achieving a dual objective. Whether he secured the Li Xian Intermittent Grass was irrelevant; his primary goal was to secure the Ancients.

While he suffered a minor setback in the acquisition of the extreme Elixir Pill's inner core, this time, Guo Kai had incurred a substantial loss. His mood instantly improved.

"Hmph!" Guo Kai scoffed, casting a glance upwards at Kang Lian, whose demeanor seemed somewhat crestfallen. His annoyance intensified. After all, he was no destitute vagrant. Suppressing his ire, he inquired, "Kang Lian, is the bidding concluded?"

Impervious to Guo Kai's furious glare and overbearing presence, Kang Lian'er emitted a soft chuckle. Lowering her gaze with a mixture of mockery and amusement, she tapped the surface with the small hammer held in her jade-like hand, all under Guo Kai's watchful eye.

"Immortal Intermittent Grass, six million once..."

"Immortal Intermittent Grass, six million twice..."

"Six million thrice, congratulations Mr. Guo Kai on your acquisition!"

Witnessing the astronomical bid, Qin Feng couldn't help but let out a soft chuckle.

The plant from Li County commanding a price of six million for its grass was indeed extraordinarily high.

"Very well, Kang Mei, present the final treasure chest. I eagerly await," Xie Xuan declared with hearty laughter, appearing utterly assured of victory.

"Understood, then I shall not levy further charges." Kang Lian'er waved her hands with practiced grace this time. Two robust men proceeded to carry out a massive silver platter.

This platter was at least ten times larger than any previously seen. Though draped with a satin veil obscuring its contents, it stood approximately one meter tall.

As the satin veil was lifted, a substantial Bai Se jade artifact, exceeding one meter in height, was revealed to the assembly.

The jade emanated a subtle azure luminescence. Yet, upon closer inspection, a faint, cold light shimmered around its edges, encircling the silver platter and lending it an aura of profound mystery.

"This object..." Qin Feng's eyes widened abruptly. Despite his keen eyesight and robust constitution, he strained to get a clear look, fearing he might miss a crucial detail. Soon, however, Qin Feng found it impossible to contain his mounting excitement.

What a stroke of fortune; this truly was a blessing!

This item, named Xuan Qing Jade Unification, is incredibly effective for cultivation. It's also said to significantly boost foreign beasts. This piece of Xuanqing Jade is extremely valuable, with a worth no less than one Immortal Intermittent Grass, Kang Lian’er stated with a faint smile.

However, there were few reactions from the audience below.

Another rare treasure, they mused, but while Immortal Intermittent Grass could be used for alchemical elixirs or Divine Charms, what could Jade offer? To aid in practice? Or perhaps boost foreign beasts even more?

A starting bid of 3 million, likely to go even higher than Immortal Grass from Li County, seemed rather unconvincing.

"Indeed, the ancient Dan Tai people, during extreme Elixir Pill instances, happened to have nine foreign peaks. If they could combine this Xuan Qing and offer it to the ancient Dan Tai people to help foreign beasts break through to the Holy Land, that would be a great achievement," Xie Xuan's eyes lit up. Seeing the disappointed crowd, he felt even more pleased. "Such a large piece of Xuan Qing Jade isn't worth less than Li Xian's intermittent grass, but it appears I won't need to spend much. Haha."

"Xuanqing Unification, starting price 3 million, with each subsequent bid no less than 30 thousand. Please place your bids," Kang Lian’er announced again.

"Only three million?" Qin Feng chuckled from the sixth tower, though he made no immediate move to bid.

Three million three thousand. Silence stretched on, and Xie Xuan smirked triumphantly.

Guo Kai's eyes in Tower Number 2 were practically bulging.

Like Xie Xuan, he didn't particularly care about the uses of Li Xian's intermittent grass or Xuan Qing Jade; his priority was pleasing his respective backers. Yet, he had spent 6 million to curry favor with the Tuoba Clan, while his opponent Xie Xuan had only spent 3 million for the Tantai Clan. This disparity made Guo Kai extremely displeased.

"Brother Guo Kai, are you running out of funds?" Haha, without your company, I truly feel lonely." Witnessing Guo Kai's furious expression only amplified Xie Xuan's glee. He wasn't worried about Guo Kai's aggressive bidding because any dominant bid from Treasure Tower was legally binding, and payment was mandatory. Failure to pay could result in masters being dispatched to guard the Fu Sect headquarters, leading to direct confrontation, and even the disciples of the West Gate would not be spared!

"Hmph!" Guo Kai's anger intensified.

Xie Xuan felt exceptionally proud. He cast another glance at Kang Lian and declared, "Come on, Kang Mei, let's wrap this up quickly. This Xuan and Qing combination isn't as appealing as Li Xian's intermittent grass. No one else will bid, I'm sure."

"Oh, alright!" Kang Lian also sighed internally. Such a massive piece of Xuan and Qing held considerable value. However, since it couldn't be utilized for alchemy or as a talisman material and only served as a supplement for cultivation practice, its practical appeal was somewhat limited. Furthermore, with Xie Xuan facing no competition, the price was naturally struggling to rise.

"Xuan Qing combination, 3 million three thousand, first call."

"Is no one else going to bid?" Qin Feng mused, somewhat surprised himself from Tower No. 6.

A swift horse is often available, but a true judge of horses is rare. Such a treasure at auction, meeting no discerning buyer, renders it useless.

"Xuan Qing is the combination of Jade, second call for 3 million three thousand."