Chapter 80: Snow Emperor's Embryo
His words were nothing more than an attempt to shift the blame, but for an emperor, that was basic protocol. After all, having committed such a shameful act, he could never admit to it doing so would damage his imperial dignity.
Beside him, Xu Jiujiu understood Xu Jiawei's intentions and quickly chimed in, "That's right, imperial brother was deceived by treacherous ministers!"
At this moment, Ye Yulin's expression softened. "So, I wrongly accused the Star Luo Emperor."
He knew the other party was lying, but since the conflict between the Sun Moon Empire and Star Luo Empire hadn't completely escalated, he naturally wouldn't expose the lie.
Soon, Ye Yulin put away the Sun Moon Divine Needle, turned around with Luan Feng, and left. He didn't choose to enter Room No. 2 immediately someone like him was more intimidating when lurking in the shadows.
Xuanzi was just about to speak when his body suddenly stiffened, a look of contemplation flashing across his face. He gave Xu Jiawei a deep look.
Xu Jiawei, in turn, responded with a meaningful smile.
Xuanzi withdrew his gaze, turned around, and immediately returned to Room No. 1.
At this moment, a smile reappeared on Xu Jiujiu's face. "Everyone, now that the misunderstanding has been resolved, the auction will continue.
However, since we all experienced some shock just now, I hope everyone can take a short break. After that, we will resume the auction!"
Inside Room No. 1
Xuanzi returned with a dark expression.
Seeing this, Wang Yan immediately stepped forward and asked, "Elder Xuan, should we continue bidding?"
Xuanzi shook his head. "Although I dislike the Sun Moon Royal Soul Engineering Academy, I have to admit that the soul tools from Mingde Hall are highly sought after in the market, and they lack nothing when it comes to gold soul coins.
Even though Shrek Academy is wealthy, it still pales in comparison to Mingde Hall.
If we go head to head in a bidding war, we'll undoubtedly lose. And even if we drive up the price to increase their costs, it won't make much difference Mingde Hall is simply too rich."
Wang Yan nodded in agreement. "Elder Xuan, your judgment is wise."
Xu Sanshi, standing to the side, hesitated to speak. He thought to himself, If we can't obtain this soul bone, what should I do? Does this mean I'll have to continue helping Ma Xiaotao suppress her evil fire when we return to the academy?
And when that happens, how will Nan Nan see me?
However, since Elder Xuan had already made his decision, he had no room to argue.
Ma Xiaotao and Ling Luochen were somewhat disappointed, but they didn't say much. After all, Xuanzi had been making all these efforts for their sake. Now that his plan had failed, they had no reason to blame him.
Xuanzi took a sip from his gourd of wine and slowly said, "Let's withdraw from this auction. If we measure everything by gold soul coins, there's no way we can compete with Jing Hongchen, the Hall Master of Mingde Hall. Even if we borrow money from Xu Jiawei, I doubt he'd be willing.
Honestly, giving this soul bone to them is nothing short of a waste.
In terms of pure ice attribute, Ling Luochen surpasses that Dream Hongchen without a doubt. If she could obtain this soul bone, it would lay a solid foundation for cultivating a powerful ice element Soul Master.
As for that fourteen year old Soul King, Dream Hongchen… Hmph, she must have advanced through excessive pill consumption! The Sun Moon Empire has a well known obsession with using pills to quickly enhance their strength, but taking too many pills is undoubtedly unwise!
Besides, anything Shrek Academy sets its sights on is never so easily taken. No matter how much the Sun Moon Empire acquires from Shrek, one day, they'll have to cough it all up!"
Wang Yan was stunned by these words. "Elder Xuan, are you saying…?"
Xuanzi sighed. "Wang Yan, just now, Xu Jiawei used a special method to send me a message. I can't tell you the details, but once the auction ends, I'll be discussing our next steps with him."
Meanwhile, in Room No. 2
Jing Hongchen turned to Huo Yuhao and said, "Yuhao, if you see anything else you like, just bid for it. Mingde Hall has your back. We have money, and that old drunkard probably won't dare to break the rules again."
"Mm, thank you, Hall Master. You've worked hard." Huo Yuhao nodded. He thought to himself that the three Rank 9 Soul Engineers had performed impressively earlier, while Xuanzi had truly mastered the art of shamelessness.
At that moment, Huo Yuhao's dislike for Xuanzi intensified.
A short while later, Xu Jiujiu announced, "Alright, I believe everyone has calmed down. I now declare the auction will resume."
She swept her gaze across the room. "Thirty million gold soul coins, going once… thirty million gold soul coins, going twice… thirty million gold soul coins, sold!"
Due to the earlier commotion, no one dared to bid against the Sun Moon Empire anymore. Thus, Huo Yuhao easily acquired the soul bone for thirty million gold soul coins.
On the auction stage, Xu Jiujiu continued, "Tonight, we have one final item, and it is the highlight of this auction. In my career as an auctioneer, this is the most precious item I have ever encountered.
In fact, the value of such a treasure cannot simply be measured in gold."
As she spoke, she gestured with her right hand, revealing a tray on the auction stage. The tray held a wooden pedestal adorned with hundreds of gemstones, and at its center, a swirling mass of white energy floated gently.
Xu Jiujiu then began explaining the true identity and rarity of this item a hundred thousand year soul beast embryo, an object with an irresistible allure to any Soul Master.
The moment the announcement was made, excitement rippled through every room.
Huo Yuhao stared at the screen, his mind racing.
To be honest, the Snow Emperor had played a crucial role in the original story. Without her, Huo Yuhao's strength would have been significantly weaker, and his life would have been far more difficult.
To give a simple example without the Snow Emperor, Huo Yuhao would have never been able to rally the soul beasts of the Extreme North to fight against the Sun Moon Army.
Of course, if it weren't for the Clear Sky Sect's Cold Jade Ice Marrow Bed, the Snow Emperor's sealed power wouldn't have been ignited, and Elder Yi wouldn't have had to sacrifice himself.
Cherish Elder Yi stay away from the Cold Jade Ice Marrow Bed!
In short, the Snow Emperor had to be obtained.
That said, the Snow Emperor in the original story was severely weakened. As soon as she emerged from the God Sealing Platform, she recklessly fought against human Soul Masters and nearly self destructed. The immense energy loss left her unable to even form a soul bone.
For Huo Yuhao, preventing that from happening was essential.
After all, the Snow Emperor was one of the Three Heavenly Kings of the Extreme North, possessing nearly seven hundred thousand years of cultivation. She should at least produce a soul bone upon death.
Furthermore, in the original story, the Snow Emperor's four soul rings each granted only one soul skill, which was ridiculous.
Although she wasn't as powerful as Skydream Iceworm, who could grant four skills per ring, as a beast of her level, she should at least provide two skills per ring!
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