Fate-Defying Demon Emperor

Chapter 461: Chapter 461: Sudden Change

Inside the crystal vial was gleaming golden-yellow Holy Water. As soon as the stopper was removed, a special fragrance permeated the air. Everyone who smelled it felt their pores open wide, greedily absorbing the fragrance as if they were about to transform and ascend.

This was Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water, an extremely precious and invaluable treasure with the miraculous effect of Marrow Cleansing. It was even beneficial to Saints.

”The final auction item is one hundred drops of Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water, with a starting price of 30,000!”

The white-haired elder smiled as he announced the starting price, a figure that caused countless people to balk.

Thirty thousand Supreme Grade Spirit Stones—that would be thirty billion Low Grade Spirit Stones. Such a price could only be offered by the most powerful factions.

”31,000!”

As soon as the white-haired elder finished speaking, Ye Chuanfeng eagerly placed his bid. His eyes filled with excitement as he stared intently at the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water, his desire palpable.

He was a powerhouse at the Supreme Realm Ninth Layer, just one step away from becoming a Saint. However, this single step was like a heavenly chasm that had kept him stranded for decades.

If he could use the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water to cleanse his marrow and transform his physique, he might have a chance at Instant Sanctification.

With the opportunity to become a Saint right before him, how could Ye Chuanfeng not be thrilled and full of longing? If not for the deterring presence of the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, he might have even been tempted to seize it by force.

”33,000!”

On the other side, the Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign quickly spoke up, unwilling to be left behind. Like Ye Chuanfeng, he had also been stuck at the Supreme Realm Ninth Layer for many years, unable to advance.

For those like them who had been stuck at a bottleneck for years, the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water was an irresistible temptation.

Besides them, there were other powerful individuals stuck at their own bottlenecks, desperate for a breakthrough. Thus, despite the high starting price of the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water, the competition was incredibly fierce.

Several powerhouses continuously placed bids, pushing the price steadily toward 40,000.

”40,000!”

Finally, Gold Ingot also joined the fray, calling out a high price to claim the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water. But this time, the others were not inclined to show him deference.

”41,000!”

Ye Chuanfeng gritted his teeth, struggling to announce the price. Ever since Su Han had plundered the Seven Stars Sect’s treasury, Ye Chuanfeng had been much poorer. A bid of 41,000 was already becoming difficult for him to bear.

”43,000!”

The Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign also gritted his teeth and continued to follow suit. With the chance to become a Saint right before his eyes, he would spare no expense, even if it meant selling the entire Heavenly Demon Cult.

At the same time, mysterious guests from other private rooms joined the bidding, driving the price of the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water even higher.

Inside private room number nine, Su Han watched quietly without participating. Of course, he didn’t have the wealth to join in, unless he was willing to offer the Kunpeng Holy Feather or the Dragon Slaying Demon Banner. But exchanging a Holy Artifact for Holy Water was a losing proposition, and Su Han would naturally not make such a deal.

As long as the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water didn’t fall into the hands of Ye Chuanfeng or the Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign, Su Han wasn’t concerned about the outcome.

The auction might be ending, but this definitely won’t be the end of things. I wonder how Gold Ingot will try to kill me, and whether Ye Chuanfeng and the Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign also have plans?

The Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water was no longer of concern to Su Han; he wasn’t dwelling on it. Instead, he was contemplating what would happen after the auction.

Now that Gold Ingot was here, he certainly wouldn’t just leave. Ye Chuanfeng and the Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign likely had their own schemes as well. However, with Saint You Heng and Master Gong Ming present, they probably wouldn’t dare to make a move openly. As for any underhanded tactics, Su Han was not afraid.

He would counter soldiers with generals and floods with earth. Since trouble was unavoidable, he would meet the challenge head-on and carve out a path to the heavens!

The Black Blade was silent. The Great Majestic Demon King was still refining the Demon God’s hand bone, but Su Han could feel his aura growing continuously stronger. Clearly, the energy within the bone was of great benefit to him. A significant increase in the Great Majestic Demon King’s strength meant he could provide Su Han with more assistance—a welcome development.

My strength is still insufficient. If I were powerful enough, I could ascend to the Seven Stars Sect, slay Ye Chuanfeng, and rescue my master. I could even annihilate the Heavenly Demon Cult and deter the Demon Slayer Sect.

Su Han sighed inwardly, longing for greater power.

The only true security was the power held in one’s own hands.

However, Su Han did not aim unrealistically high. On the path of Martial Arts, one had to remain grounded. If one’s foundation was unstable, they could suffer a backlash, just as he had before when he was nearly crippled. Therefore, whether it was absorbing energy or Body Refining, he would strive for perfection to ensure no hidden weaknesses remained in his foundation.

He had now reached the Sixth Layer of the Heavenly King Realm, not far from the Heavenly King Realm Ninth Level. As for the Supreme Realm, he would likely have to wait for the right opportunity.

Haste makes waste. Whether for revenge or protection, one needed sufficient strength, and that strength did not come from thin air; it had to be cultivated bit by bit.

Su Han refocused his thoughts. The bidding for the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water was still ongoing, but the price had already surpassed 50,000, and those who could continue bidding were few and far between.

”51,000!”

Ye Chuanfeng’s face was livid as he announced his final price through gritted teeth. He could not afford anything higher, and he certainly didn’t dare default on a debt to the Myriad Treasures Pavilion.

”53,000!”

This was also the final price for the Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign. If his treasury hadn’t been stolen, he could have scraped together even 100,000 Supreme Grade Spirit Stones, but not anymore. The Heavenly Demon Cult was now destitute; this price was his absolute limit.

”55,000!”

From within private room number three, an important figure made a bid, instantly crushing Ye Chuanfeng and the Earth Fiend Demon Sovereign. The two turned as pale as death, utterly despondent.

This price had exceeded their limits. Unable to continue, they had no choice but to give up on the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water.

If they could, they would have desperately fought for it. But this was the Myriad Treasures Pavilion, and with the threat of Saint You Heng looming, they did not dare try to snatch it. They could only suppress their avarice.

Gold Ingot did not continue to bid either. At this point, the price of the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water had stopped climbing. It was finally sold for a staggering 60,000 to the occupant of private room number three.

Sixty thousand Supreme Grade Spirit Stones was the entire savings of many great factions. To think it was all for just one hundred drops of Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water! The person in private room number three must have incredible resolve.

Of course, it was also possible they were not lacking in Spirit Stones and had a vast fortune. However, due to the shielding Formation, no one knew who was inside private room number three.

”The dust has settled. It’s unlikely anyone can outbid private room number three. 60,000 is an astronomical price, far exceeding the value of the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water. This person must also be seeking to break through their bottleneck.”

”What a fierce battle between dragons and tigers, but it’s finally over. We’re just waiting for the hammer to fall.”

”I wonder who the important figure in private room number three is, to have such resolve and actually succeed in buying the Marrow-Cleansing Holy Water!”

As the dust settled, the crowd buzzed with discussion, shocked by the outcome and speculating about the identity of the person in private room number three.

CRACK!

Just then, a streak of sword light suddenly shot out from private room number one. It tore through space and slashed toward the white-haired elder.

The elder was not particularly strong—only at the Heavenly King Realm—and he was instantly slain by the sword. Then, a figure appeared beside the crystal vial and snatched it away.

The Swordsaint... he actually dared to steal it?