The crowd exchanged glances and fell into silence.

Those unfamiliar with Jiang Chen had already been briefed about his prowess by their tablemates. Though the Polyporus King is precious, it is believed to have limited use beyond crafting elixirs like the Polyporus Barrier Breaking Elixir. For the Venerable Realm powerhouses present, its allure is minimal.

"Since there's no competition, the Polyporus King is awarded to the Head of the Jiang Family!"

Liu Qian paused for a moment, and seeing no bids, announced indifferently, then turned to Jiang Chen: "Head of the Jiang Family, please produce your elixirs for everyone's inspection."

Jiang Chen calmly took a bottle of Polyporus Barrier Breaking Elixir out from Yan Hu's pouch beside him and gently tapped the bottom after removing the stopper.

Whoosh, whoosh, whoosh!

Five elixirs jumped out of the bottle and then fell back inside.

"These are Polyporus Barrier Breaking Elixirs with a Four Halo Pill Mirage!" a senior from a hidden sect remarked quietly, prompting nods from the crowd.

"Alright, Head of the Jiang Family, would you like to complete the transaction now or…" Liu Qian nodded towards Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen decisively replied, "Now."

"Alright!" Liu Qian responded, with disciples from Elixir Valley handing over the herbs to Jiang Chen and taking the elixirs from him.

"The second auction item…"

"Five Polyporus Strengthening Elixirs with a Four Halo Pill Mirage!"

"The third item…"

"Five…"

"The... "

Five items in succession, all won by Jiang Chen!

"The Head of the Jiang Family is indeed quite wealthy!" Zhao Xianping raised his eyebrow and glanced at Jiang Chen, his eyes glinting with playful mockery.

"Indeed! It's undeniable that he's a Great Grandmaster! He just threw out twenty-plus Four Halo Pill Mirage elixirs in one go!"

"That's nothing! At the grand tournament, he produced twenty-six Four Halo Pill Mirage Polyporus Barrier Breaking Elixirs in a single furnace!"

"Wow, really?!"

The crowd enthusiastically discussed, with forces that hadn't attended the grand tournament staring at Jiang Chen in shock after hearing such accounts.

Jiang Chen glanced at Zhao Xianping and said lightly, "I'm a Pill Master. If I come across good herbs, why shouldn't I bid for them?"

"Haha! Rightly said, keep bidding!"

Zhao Xianping's lips curled into an eccentric smile.

Once you die, Jiang Chen, all these medicines will be ours again, haha…

"Oh! Recently, Elder Zhao wasn't getting along with the Head of the Jiang Family; what's happening today?"

"Maybe it's due to the talent of the Head of the Jiang Family; Elixir Valley might be trying to recruit him!"

"Elixir Valley doesn't usually recruit Pill Masters, yet the Great Grandmaster Jiang certainly deserves their invitation! His alchemy technique is far too superior!"

The crowd started discussing once more.

Jiang Chen cast a glance at Zhao Xianping, slightly raised his brow, and covertly signaled to Xi'er beside him.

Xi'er nodded gently, quietly extending his aura to survey the surroundings.

"Next is the final medicinal item, a spiritual medicine tailored for the soul: the Consoling Soul Fruit!"

Upon hearing Liu Qian's voice, Jiang Chen froze and looked up at the high platform.

On the high platform, beside Liu Qian stood an elderly man carefully holding a transparent jade vial containing a faintly grey mist-emitting fruit.

"Is it really the Consoling Soul Fruit?!"

"There really is a Consoling Soul Fruit!"

Various hidden sect members exclaimed in surprise, their eyes filled with burning desire.

The Consoling Soul Fruit!

It truly is the Consoling Soul Fruit!

How could Elixir Valley present such a rare spiritual fruit?!

Jiang Chen furrowed his brow, glancing at Fu Tianbo and others.

Hmm?

As Jiang Chen looked over, Fu Tianbo mouthed two words to Jiang Chen 'Leave quickly!'

It seems they're planning to act! All the auctioned herbs and elixirs today weren't meant for others to take away!

But… Why put in so much effort for this?!

With a murmur in his heart, Jiang Chen signaled to Yan Hu and others, then turned to look at Xi'er.

Xi'er wore a serious expression, motioning towards Jiang Chen upon noticing his gaze.

What!? How does Elixir Valley have so many powerful figures!?

Jiang Chen's face turned solemn, an incredulous expression in his eyes!

"The starting bid is ten Polyporus Barrier Breaking Elixirs with a Three-Circle Pill Halo, with each increase not less than five elixirs or herbs of similar quality!"

On the platform, Liu Qian mentioned the price, announcing loudly: "Let the bidding begin."

"Ten Polyporus Barrier Breaking Elixirs with a Three-Circle Pill Halo!"

"I bid twelve!"

"I bid fifteen!"

The appearance of the Consoling Soul Fruit sparked a frenzy of bids from various hidden sects!

"Twenty Polyporus Strengthening Elixirs with a Four Halo Pill Mirage, twenty Polyporus Barrier Breaking Elixirs with a Four Halo Pill Mirage!"

A shouted voice echoed, causing everyone to pause momentarily and collectively turn towards Jiang Chen.

"Him again?!"

"Bidding for the Consoling Soul Fruit, does he intend to try crafting Spirit Pills to become an Immortal Master?!"

"Wow, really!? How old is he anyway?"

The various hidden sect members looked at Jiang Chen in amazement, quietly speculating.

"The Head of the Jiang Family bids… Any higher offers?" Liu Qian glanced at Jiang Chen, a cold smile on her lips. You can bid, but can you take it home?

"First call!"

"Second call!"

"Third call, sold!"

Liu Qian called out, and the Consoling Soul Fruit was won by Jiang Chen.

After verifying the elixirs, the Consoling Soul Fruit was handed to Jiang Chen.

"Alright, let's proceed with the auction of elixirs, the first kind is…" Liu Qian continued the auction.

But this time, Jiang Chen showed no inclination to bid, reclining with eyes closed.

A subtle power of the soul emanated from within Jiang Chen, gradually enveloping the entire Elixir Valley.

Buzz!

A bizarre fluctuation arrived, Jiang Chen's face turned slightly pale, and a portion of the soul power he released was devoured by a devouring force.

Eight-Headed Serpent!

Is he no longer hiding?!

"Elixir Valley is truly generous!"

"Yes, they've auctioned such high-quality elixirs this time! Moreover, the starting bids were generally lower!"

"Elixir Valley truly works for the benefit of the Martial Dao World!"

Praises rang aloud, awakening Jiang Chen, who glanced around, frowning.

Suddenly discovering a crucial fact, Jiang Chen and his companions were situated right in the center, flanked by Elixir Valley members in front and hidden sect members behind. If they all harbored hostility towards Jiang Chen's group, they'd be surrounded!

A sense of foreboding arose within, Jiang Chen opened his mouth intending to alert everyone.

Yet abruptly, he sealed his lips again, raising an eyebrow before tightening it, looking up at the sky.

Buzzing!

Swish, swish!

At the instant Jiang Chen raised his head, numerous powerful energies surged upwards.

Soon after, dozens of silhouettes appeared in the plaza's sky.

In an instant, the entire venue resonated with an indescribable force of deterrence!

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PS: 'Finger Dance is my male god,' this name makes me feel flattered!

Names like 'Finger Dance big boss level' and 'Finger Dance is handsome' excite me!

Thank you to all the brothers for this affection.

I must strive harder… Love you all!

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