A mysterious dried corpse of unknown origin was actually auctioned off for the sky-high price of twenty-six million Profound Essence Pills, which undoubtedly shocked the powerful individuals present.
Twenty-six million Profound Essence Pills, such an astronomical price was enough to buy a Pure Origin Treasure.
Moreover, what shocked many people even more was that this enormous sum of Profound Essence Pills was actually paid. Originally, many of them thought that the person in the VIP room was deliberately arranged by the Sky Merchant Pavilion to drive up the price.
But now it seemed that the person inside the VIP room might really be a VIP of the Sky Merchant Pavilion, with an absolutely transcendent status. Otherwise, Tang Dongling would not have been allowed to bid directly, and even the Gu Family's face was completely disregarded.
This was definitely not something an ordinary force could do. One had to know that the Gu Family was not only that Sky Demon Marten, but also a huge Sky Demon Marten Tribe, as well as a behemoth from the Eastern Xuan Region, and the overlord of the Northern Xuan Region.
In addition to this, what countless people were even more curious about was the auctioned item, that mysterious dried corpse. To be able to make those mysterious powerhouses and the Gu Family Head Lin Dong compete endlessly, it would definitely not be an ordinary item.
However, the mysterious dried corpse had already been taken into the possession of those mysterious powerhouses. Even if they had ten thousand kinds of curiosity in their hearts, they would not dare to reveal it at this time.
"Miss Tang, please have someone send the item over."
Lin Xuan withdrew his gaze from below and said softly, his hands clasped together, his right thumb gently stroking the back of his left hand, his eyes also showing a bit of contemplation.
Perhaps he should make some preparations as soon as possible. This time, the Demon Prison would definitely not let the Thunder Ancestor Symbol go easily. Moreover, the news of his departure from the Eastern Xuan Region should not be able to be concealed from the Demon Prison. At that time, the powerhouses sent would probably be extraordinary.
"I'll have someone send it over right away!"
Tang Dongling responded softly, then took out a Spiritual Treasure that seemed to be used for short-range communication, gave an order into it, and then stood obediently to the side.
Bo Xuan glanced at Tang Dongling, thought for a moment, and did not avoid her. Some news still needed to be spread out little by little, so that others could slowly accept these things.
Just like now, the news of the Eastern Xuan Region had clearly begun to spread to the Chaotic Demon Sea, but in fact, most of the powerhouses in the Chaotic Demon Sea did not really believe in the so-called Otherworldly Demon, or rather, they just regarded it as a very powerful force.
"What, not watching the auction? What if that thing doesn't fall into that kid's hands?"
"Oh, I can't tell, you old thing, you're quite concerned about this kid?"
Mo Luo joked, and after being glared at by Bo Xuan, he smiled again before speaking.
"Don't worry, you two just arrived, so you don't know much. There are three keys to open the Thunder Emperor Cave Abode in total. The other two keys already have owners. It doesn't matter who gets the remaining key."
"You can only fool other people with these words. Do you think we don't understand? There should be a trace of Thunder Power in that key. Although it can't completely determine the ownership of the Thunder Ancestor Symbol, it also has a certain influence. If this kid fails..."
Although Bo Xuan was very angry with Lin Dong in his heart, what could he do? His own precious disciple had already been eaten clean, so even if he didn't want to admit it, he had to grit his teeth and accept it.
"You can rest assured about this. The Thunder Ancestor Symbol will not have any accidents. Even if others obtain it, it will be difficult to obtain the Thunder Ancestor Symbol's recognition. Moreover, as long as Lin Dong enters the Thunder Emperor Cave Abode, he will be the first candidate to control the Thunder Ancestor Symbol."
After chuckling, Lin Xuan pointed out the key point, and Bo Xuan immediately reacted upon hearing this. Indeed, with the Ancestral Stone Spirit present, no one should be able to compete for the Thunder Ancestor Symbol except for Lin Xuan.
And Tang Dongling, who was standing quietly to the side, was even more stunned at this time. She knew that the silver tower was related to the cave abode of a Reincarnation Realm powerhouse, but she did not know that the Reincarnation Realm powerhouse was actually an Ancestor Symbol controller, and also a controller of the Thunder Power, which was both fierce and violent.
"Compared to the ownership of the Thunder Ancestor Symbol, we should be more careful about whether those rats will have any new actions."
"New actions?"
Mo Luo's brows sank, and his face could not help but become a bit more solemn. The Demon Prison was not so easy to deal with, and those Demon Spawn were extremely well hidden!
"That's right, the six Ancestor Symbols appear together. Apart from the Ice Ancestor Symbol on Huan Huan and the whereabouts of the Great Desolation Ancestor Symbol, the remaining six Ancestor Symbols are gathered together. The Demon Prison will not let go of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"
Even Lin Xuan felt a bit of pressure, but this time, they had to take the challenge.
After all, the Thunder Ancestor Symbol had appeared in the world, and they could not ignore it and allow the Demon Prison to take it away. But if they wanted to manage it, they would inevitably have to send powerhouses to go. If their strength was insufficient, they would instead throw people in as well.
"It's not just the six Ancestor Symbols, there are also many Divine Objects. The rats of the Demon Prison will definitely not send unknown soldiers this time, especially since you, the Sword Saint, have personally arrived. The Heavenly King Hall can't wait to get rid of you!"
Bo Xuan's voice carried a hint of seriousness, with wisps of Reincarnation fluctuations faintly swirling around his small frame.
It was just a pity that the Thunder Ancestor Symbol had appeared too quickly. If he had a year or two, even if it meant taking a risk, Bo Xuan would have attempted to break through to the Reincarnation Realm.
If he could step into the Reincarnation Realm, with his strength, coupled with the Darkness Ancestor Symbol and the Darkness Holy Scythe, even if he faced an Otherworldly Demon True King comparable to one who had weathered two Reincarnation Tribulations, Bo Xuan was confident he could fight them!
But alas, there was no time...
"It doesn't matter. This time, no matter how many come, they can only stay here!"
Lin Xuan gently clenched his palm, not looking at the aura of Death that was already spreading to the end. Even if fate had determined the final outcome, the process of withering must be brilliant and colorful!
"Right, Brother Mo Luo, the Chaotic Demon Sea is your home ground. Perhaps, we need you to find some helpers, at least to prevent that group of rats from making small moves."
This time, when coming to the Chaotic Demon Sea, Lin Xuan did not bring the Great Desolate Tablet. With the Great Desolate Tablet staying in the Dao Sect, and with Ying Huanhuan and Ling Qingzhu guarding it, the Demon Prison would not be able to attack the Dao Sect, not even the Heavenly King Hall, unless the Heavenly King Hall chose to exchange states with Ying Huanhuan, causing both of them to be unable to participate in this battle of Tianxuan Continent.
But this was impossible. Right now, even if the Tianxuan Continent side did not have Ying Huanhuan guarding it, there was Lin Xuan, Ling Qingzhu, Lin Dong, and too many people who could issue orders.
"Yes, I should also inform Ling Shan's family and invite them along the way. Moreover, the people of the Undying Holy Whale Clan will surely be happy to come when they know that it is you, Sword Saint, who personally invited them."
"The Undying Holy Whale Clan? Perfect, I also have important matters to discuss with them. It would be best if someone in charge of the clan could come!"
Thinking of Jiang Yinyin's identity, Lin Xuan responded softly. Now that he had news of the Lord of Life and Death, he naturally had to tell the Undying Holy Whale Clan. Of course, Lin Xuan also had a selfish motive. With the Undying Holy Whale Clan watching over them, the rise of the Great Desolate Sect would be faster.
Just then, footsteps sounded outside the VIP room. The few of them stopped talking. After Tang Dongling opened the door, she took a Universe Bag and closed the door to the VIP room again.
"Sword Saint, the item has been delivered."
Tang Dongling said softly. Lin Xuan heard this and reached out to take it. Then, with a flick of his finger, a black stream of light flashed from the Universe Bag, eventually turning into a somewhat damaged, dried-up corpse.
"This is the Devouring Corpse?"
Standing close and carefully examining it was different from looking at it through a Crystal coffin. Bo Xuan and Mo Luo could see many traces of damage. Although the time had been too long, the scars did not seem so distinct, they could still be distinguished at a glance.
Lin Xuan did not answer immediately, but reached out and gently patted the Devouring Corpse twice. A wisp of special power surged into the Devouring Corpse's body along his palm, but it was immediately devoured by the Devouring Corpse.
"Good, this is the Devouring Corpse. As expected of the Devouring Master's masterpiece, it is indeed extraordinary!"
"But, ordinary people can't control this Devouring Corpse at all. What can you do with it after obtaining it?"
Tang Dongling was a little puzzled, but she did not receive Lin Xuan's response. She only saw Lin Xuan take action again, quickly tapping several times on the Devouring Corpse's body. Then, he raised his left hand, and a Devouring Power surged from his body, then struck the Devouring Corpse's chest.
"Roar!!"
After Lin Xuan slapped down, the Devouring Corpse's gray eyes suddenly lit up, flashing a dark light. At the same time, it let out a beast-like roar, and a fierce aura involuntarily released from its body.
This sudden terrifying aura startled Tang Dongling, causing her to subconsciously take a few steps back, staring warily at the suddenly moving Devouring Corpse. After reacting, her gaze towards Lin Xuan contained even more curiosity and exploration.
"This is? It's been activated?"
"Buzz!!"
Lin Xuan slowly retracted his palm, and faint energy fluctuations emitted buzzing sounds in his palm. The Devouring Corpse in front of him also moved again, silently standing to the side.
"This Devouring Corpse is quite damaged, but precisely because of this, I can observe more things. Next, I will be in seclusion for a period of time."
Through some of the damaged areas, Lin Xuan could clearly 'see' some of the traces left by the Devouring Master during the refining process, so that he could deduce the Devouring Master's refining concept, and then study the refining method of the Devouring Corpse.
Of course, the Devouring Corpse was the Devouring Corpse, a special puppet containing only Devouring Power, because the Devouring Master was only good at Devouring Power. But Lin Xuan was different. He knew quite a bit about the power of the eight Ancestor Symbols, and perhaps he could make some changes.
Or perhaps, it's combining the power characteristics of the Four Sacred Beasts and Four Fiend Beasts to create entirely new special puppets.
Although the Devouring Power is miraculous, the Nirvana Power of the Sacred Beast Vermilion Bird is equally extraordinary, the power of chaos is also very wonderful, the power of slaughter...
"I come from the Eastern Xuan Region. I don't have Profound Essence Pills, but I can use some other things as payment. Miss Tang can set her own price and choose."
As Lin Xuan spoke, he waved his hand, and another pile of various special Spiritual Treasures, as well as some Martial Arts inheritances, appeared in front of Tang Dongling, causing Tang Dongling to be stunned for a moment.
However, Tang Dongling quickly reacted, smiling lightly and shaking her head, she said.
"This Devouring Corpse will be considered a gift from my Sky Merchant Pavilion to the Sword Saint. I hope the Sword Saint won't stand on ceremony."
"I never like owing people favors, and I especially dislike owing favors to women. Miss Tang can choose whatever she likes."
Seeing Lin Xuan's repeated insistence, Tang Dongling felt a strong impulse in her heart, but in the next moment, she forcibly suppressed it, smiling lightly and saying.
"Since the Sword Saint insists, Dongling can't refuse. In that case, how about Dongling accompany the Sword Saint to the Thunder Emperor Cave Abode for some training? Speaking of which, Dongling has never witnessed the might of the Ancestor Symbol!"
Mo Luo and Bo Xuan, two seasoned fellows, looked at Tang Dongling's charming smile and smiled with great understanding, their eyes carrying a meaningful expression.
In fact, they sometimes really don't understand Lin Xuan's thoughts, or rather, most people don't understand, don't comprehend Lin Xuan's actions, especially Bo Xuan.
Bo Xuan can actually feel that Lin Xuan is no longer the cold and detached swordsman he once was. He has more human qualities, and also human desires, but Lin Xuan repeatedly restrains his desires.
As an outsider, Bo Xuan can see that Lin Xuan is not without affection for the Ice Master, and the same goes for Ling Qingzhu of the Taiqing Palace, there is a bit of affection. If things continue to develop, something might happen.
But Lin Xuan is constantly restraining himself, and no one understands why.
In fact, Bo Xuan and others hope that Lin Xuan, in addition to cultivation, should consider the matter of bloodline inheritance. After all, his talent is too outstanding. Even if his descendants can possess one-tenth of his talent, they would be peerless geniuses.
However, this is Lin Xuan's private matter, and others can't say much, especially when Lin Xuan himself is very resistant.
"Hmm?"
Lin Xuan was stunned, looking at Tang Dongling with a hint of surprise in his eyes. His intuition told him that Tang Dongling's purpose shouldn't be so simple.
Subconsciously, Lin Xuan felt a bit more suspicion in his heart. He reached out and directly grabbed Tang Dongling's slender hand, placing his fingers on her wrist to investigate.
However, Lin Xuan's sudden action caused Tang Dongling's face to turn red, and she even lowered her head slightly.
Within Tang Dongling's body, Lin Xuan didn't detect the presence of any Demonic Qi. He even specifically used the power of purification to investigate, and after seeing that there was nothing abnormal, Lin Xuan was relieved.
Although he didn't quite understand Tang Dongling's thoughts, Lin Xuan didn't refuse. Perhaps, she was thinking of trying to gain the Thunder Ancestor Symbol's recognition? It shouldn't be, right?
"Alright, but we have to leave this place now. I'll find a quiet and secluded place to seclude myself, you..."
"I'll go with you. I just need to tell my father. Anyway, my father is in charge of the Sky Merchant Pavilion's affairs."