The Divine Urban Physician Chapter 3762: Danxia Sect (Second Update)
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Witnessing the collective silence, Cang Luqing offered a smile and declared, "Thus, our inaugural transaction concludes! Heartfelt congratulations to both parties on obtaining your desired acquisitions!"
Ye Chen, now in possession of the Ghost Buddha Relics, gracefully returned to his seat, an involuntary smile gracing his features beneath the mask.
Chen Yuanbiao cast a scrutinizing glance at Ye Chen, his voice a low murmur, "Youngster, why did you expend all your resources in one go? The auction has barely commenced! Surely you don't intend to leave with merely this piece of Ghost Buddha Relics, do you?"
A faint smile played on Ye Chen's lips, his eyes alight with a subtle spark. "Rest assured, I too have made substantial preparations for this auction."
Chen Yuanbiao let out a sigh, responding, "Even so, that initial transaction was rather steep for your circumstances..."
Ye Chen offered no verbal reply, the smile persisting on his face, concealed by his mask.
Steep, you say?
Heh heh, not only was he not at a disadvantage, but he had, in fact, reaped immense benefits!
The reason?
These Eight Treasures Ghost Buddha Relics held little practical value for the majority, serving merely as ostentatious trinkets...
However, for Ye Chen, the situation was entirely different!
While he himself was not a ghost cultivator and thus could not utilize them directly, Xuan Han Yu, his Sword Soul, possessed such a capability!
Xuan Han Yu, in her capacity as a Sword Soul, exhibited certain parallels with ghost cultivators. Consequently, these Eight Treasures Ghost Buddha Relics were perfectly suited for her!
Previously, Xuan Han Yu's ability to lend Ye Chen assistance had been constrained, not solely due to the seal placed upon her, but also because, as a Sword Soul, her assimilation of external energies was remarkably sluggish!
Under such limitations, she was compelled to rely on external power sources to sustain her operational capacity!
This was akin to her channeling the energy of the Blood Reversal Formation when confronting the Demon Emperor!
And these Eight Treasures Ghost Buddha Relics presented an exceptional reservoir of spiritual energy!
Not only was their dark attribute spiritual power highly compatible with Xuan Han Yu's nature, but the potent spiritual energy originating from the Qiankun Realm Ghost Buddha had been largely integrated into these relics. This substantial energy reserve would adequately sustain Xuan Han Yu for a considerable duration!
Ye Chen's eyes gleamed with intensity. With this acquisition, his arsenal of trump cards had grown by one!
Should Xuan Han Yu be empowered to fully unleash the might of these Ghost Buddha Relics, he might even stand a chance against those formidable entities!
In comparison to such a profound opportunity, what were the resources provided by the Cloud Clearing Association?
His decision to immediately deploy those resources was a strategic ploy to dissuade other potential bidders, thereby avoiding competitive engagement!
After all, his determination to secure the Ghost Buddha Relics was absolute!
Had he engaged in a protracted bidding war, the ultimate cost might have escalated significantly!
Furthermore, considering Ye Chen's current possession of the Solar Lunar Dragon Transformation Pill, these resources were not overwhelmingly precious.
In summation, the price paid for these Ghost Buddha Relics represented an exceptionally lucrative deal for Ye Chen!
Even if no other treasures were acquired for the remainder of the auction, his attendance would still have been unequivocally worthwhile!
Meanwhile, Ye Chen's gaze drifted towards the guest who had secured the Ancient Corpse Daoist Scripture, his eyes relentlessly scanning. If this individual possessed any further Eight Treasures Ghost Buddha Relics, Ye Chen was resolved to obtain them!
At that precise moment, Cang Luqing, poised upon the Jade Platform, resumed her address, "Next, we shall commence the auction of our second item!"
Swiftly, the second treasure was presented on stage. Wasting no time, Cang Luqing lifted the crimson veil, revealing an exquisitely ornate Jade Box resting upon a tray.
Upon witnessing this, a collective awe descended upon the attendees, their gazes fixed with heightened intensity upon the Jade Box.
Little needed to be said; even the Jade Box itself, displayed externally, could be regarded as a treasure in its own right.
Could the contents concealed within such a vessel be ordinary?
With deliberate slowness, Cang Luqing unsealed the Jade Box, and an immediate hush fell over the entire hall.
However, the expressions of the assembled guests shifted to one of peculiarity...
Within the Jade Box lay a pill of a dull gray hue, possessing an appearance remarkably akin to a mere lump of mud.
Contained within this magnificent Jade Box, was *this* the offering?
For a fleeting moment, the attendees were left in a state of profound uncertainty, questioning whether the auction was for the opulent Jade Box or the unassuming pill itself.
Their confusion stemmed not only from the pill's unremarkable appearance but also from the complete absence of any discernible medicinal aura emanating from the mud-like substance.
Cang Luqing's elegant features remained composed as she offered a gentle smile. "In antiquity, a prominent alchemy **Sect** existed in the Outer Realm, renowned for its specialization in crafting diverse and extraordinary pills. I surmise that many present may have encountered the name of this **Sect** at some juncture."
A collective flicker of recollection seemed to pass through the attendees.
Cang Luqing continued, "Precisely! Based on the assessments of our Cang Gang's esteemed alchemy masters, this pill originates from the ancient Danxia **Sect**!"
The mere mention of the Danxia **Sect** caused a dramatic transformation in the demeanor of all present!
Behind their veils, faces contorted in expressions of astonishment!
Whether hailing from the Bright Territory or the Dark Domain, the name of the Danxia **Sect** resonated universally!
Even those unfamiliar with the Danxia Sect would surely recognize the legendary Nine Revolutions Emperor Pill!
Legend has it that in ancient times, an alchemy prodigy with mediocre martial cultivation talent utilized his incredible alchemy skills and various astounding pills to defy fate, achieve supreme dominance, and ultimately become an era-defining overlord!
This extraordinary individual was known as the Supreme Pill Emperor!
Throughout his life, the Supreme Pill Emperor achieved countless miracles, the most renowned being the refinement of the Nine Revolutions Emperor Pill!
This very pill enabled him to ascend from the Qiankun Realm to a legendary plane of existence!
Interestingly, this Pill Emperor was once merely an attendant within the Danxia Sect!
While the Pill Emperor's ascent was a testament to his unparalleled alchemy genius, it also underscored the profound alchemical heritage of the Danxia Sect, capable of nurturing such a brilliant figure!
Cang Luqing observed the shifting expressions in the hall and continued with a smile, "This pill originates from the Danxia Sect! Though we cannot ascertain its precise classification, our alchemy masters at Cang Gang have determined that this pill enhances constitution and vitality, while also purifying bones and blood – essentially, a marrow-cleansing pill.
Most significantly, we at Cang Gang can guarantee that this pill's effects are potent enough even for cultivators in the Qiankun Realm!"
At this declaration, the entire hall erupted into a frenzy!
Every eye fixed upon the unassuming grey pill, filled with an intense covetousness, akin to wolves spotting vulnerable sheep!
A pill effective even for Qiankun Realm experts? That was undoubtedly the most coveted treasure imaginable!
After all, who wouldn't desire enhanced vitality and a stronger constitution?
Even Ye Chen felt a stir of interest!
Though his vitality was already remarkably robust, this pill might not grant him significant gains. However!
At Ye Chen's current cultivation level, even a minor boost to his vitality was exceedingly difficult to achieve!
He relied solely on various rare commodities to slowly accumulate progress!
But at this precise moment, a clear burst of laughter suddenly echoed!
To be exact, it resonated directly within Ye Chen's mind!
It was the playful laughter of a woman!