Gou Zai Sect Beast Taming Longevity

Chapter 138 The Frenzied Auction

Two days later, the city of Yufang was abuzz with discussion. Flyers for the Qiyao Pavilion were everywhere, and such talk could be heard in the streets and alleys, in restaurants and brothels, and before and after meals.

"Hey, hey, hey, have you heard? The Mysterious Demon Pavilion has opened, and they're planning to hold a rare demon auction!"

"How could we not know? It's been spread like wildfire!"

"According to his propaganda, the descendants of the Nine-Colored Phoenix, the Nine-Tailed Fox of Qingqiu, and the descendants of the Three-Legged Golden Crow, the Sun Bird—aren't they all divine beasts?! Even if they only have a trace of bloodline, it's still absolutely terrifying!"

"Although I certainly don't believe this thing is real—after all, if it were, how could it be sold in a small place like ours—their promotional pictures do look quite convincing. So, it wouldn't hurt to go and take a look."

"I've heard that quite a few outer disciples of the Myriad Manifestations Sect have come here after hearing the news, and even some of the high and mighty inner disciples seem to have come down!"

"What are disciples compared to me? In my opinion, even some elders would be tempted!"

"I wonder what the background of the Strange Demon Pavilion is, that it just suddenly appeared like that?"

For a time, the Qiyao Pavilion became a hot topic in Fish Market, attracting the attention of many people.

Three days later, the auction took place on time.

The auction hall, specially set up in the backyard of the Qiyao Pavilion, was packed with people and every seat was taken.

"Welcome everyone. I'm sure you've all been looking forward to our Qiyao Pavilion Auction House for a long time."

"Without further ado, the auction shall now officially begin."

Yu Dahai went on stage, didn't waste any time, smiled broadly, clapped his hands, and the first item for auction was brought up.

Looking at Yu Dahai, many people in the audience raised their eyebrows slightly, their eyes filled with amusement, each with their own thoughts.

"The auctioneer is only at the sixth level of Qi Refining?"

"A cultivator at the sixth level of Qi Refining? Without a powerful figure overseeing things?"

Amidst the undercurrents, many people were restless and seemed to have ulterior motives, but none of them showed it.

"Let's take another look..."

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While secretly observing the reactions of the crowd below the stage, Yu Dahai maintained a smile and spoke with a strong voice. He glanced at those people unintentionally, secretly sneering to himself.

Many of the people below the stage were more advanced than him, including quite a few at the peak of Qi Refining. Some even gave him a sense of unfathomable depth, but he felt no fear whatsoever.

He had a Foundation Establishment cultivator behind him, and not just any Foundation Establishment cultivator. No matter how restless these people were, if they really had any ideas, they would definitely make him pay a heavy price.

"This first exhibit is a Tier 1, Level 6 spirit beast, the Frosthound!"

"Perhaps everyone feels that it's just an Ice Hound, nothing special, but please be patient. Our Qiyao Pavilion will not try to fool you with some common stuff."

Seeing the uninterested looks on the faces of the audience, Yu Dahai smiled slightly, clapped his hands, and continued:

"This Frosthound is naturally extraordinary."

No sooner had the words been spoken than an impatient voice came from the crowd, retorting:

"Alright, alright, stop talking nonsense. Everyone's time is precious. It's just an Ice Hound. Yours is just a bit higher level, that's all. What's so amazing about it? Let's get past this and get to something really interesting."

Many people nodded in agreement. Everyone came here for the descendant of the divine beast. If it were just something like the Frost Hound, it wouldn't be of much interest.

Faced with someone's questioning, Yu Dahai didn't get angry or interrupt him. He waited for him to finish speaking before calmly and gently saying:

"What this guest says makes sense, but what I'd like to ask is, what if this ice dog is also proficient in fire magic, or even wind magic?"

"What are you talking about? Don't make us laugh. As we all know, the Frosthound is a typical water-type spirit beast, and has absolutely nothing to do with fire."

"Even if a mutation occurred, they couldn't possibly be incompatible, let alone have a wind attribute. In that case, according to you, this Ice Dog would be a rare three-elemental spirit beast. How is that possible?"

"I mean, you business people can't just lie like that, it's cheating your customers!"

Laughter erupted from the crowd below the stage, clearly indicating that many people shared this view.

Yu Dahai didn't speak, but smiled, picked up the Frosthound, tore off a sliver of the sealing talisman, and gently patted the Frosthound's head.

"shake!!"

The next instant, a bright ring of flames ignited on the Ice Dog's body amidst surging demonic energy, illuminating the surroundings and causing the temperature to rise instantly, becoming unbearably hot.

Immediately afterwards, the flames went out, and wisps of cold mist spread beneath the auction stage. Layers of ice crystals quickly condensed, and the temperature dropped accordingly, giving everyone a sudden experience of both fire and ice.

"Woof woof woof!!"

The Frosthound opened its massive maw and let out a sudden roar, whipping up a whirlwind of tiny wind blades that hurtled towards the crowd, bringing a refreshing breeze.

Many people in the crowd changed their expressions and hurriedly formed hand seals to resist, but fortunately this was just a slight demonstration and not an attack.

"Now, everyone, do you believe what I'm saying?"

Yu Dahai then spoke slowly and deliberately.

A moment of silence fell over the audience, followed by gasps of breath.

"It's... real! Is that really Frostwolf? Proficient in all three elements... Although none of them seem particularly powerful, that in itself is already astonishing!"

"Putting everything else aside, just for this dog alone, this trip was worthwhile!"

"This Strange Demon Pavilion is indeed something special!"

Listening to the discussions of the crowd below the stage, Yu Dahai smiled again, a hint of self-satisfaction flashing in his eyes.

"As I said before, any spirit beast that our Qiyao Pavilion dares to auction off naturally possesses something extraordinary. Now, the Ice Hound will begin bidding, starting price... one hundred spirit stones!"

"One hundred and ten spirit stones!"

Soon, someone raised their paddle and increased the price without hesitation!

"One hundred and twenty spirit stones!"

"I'll offer 150 spirit stones!"

Behind the auction stage, Yu Changsheng watched this scene with a broad smile through his divine sense.

If things continue like this, the rate at which my wealth grows will be exponential!

However, Yu Changsheng also understood that such auctions could not be held frequently. If there were strange monsters every time, it would arouse too much suspicion. He could only hold them occasionally, but even so, he could still make a fortune!

In the end, the Frost Dog was acquired by a middle-aged cultivator for an astonishing 1,800 spirit stones. Judging from his appearance, he seemed to be a disciple of the Beast Taming Peak, but Yu Changsheng didn't have much of an impression of him.

After paying and receiving the spirit beast backstage, the middle-aged cultivator didn't linger. He hurriedly left with the Frosthound in his arms, clearly afraid that others might try to take advantage of him, and also because he had run out of spirit stones.

(End of this chapter)