Chapter 234: The Spirit Land Contract Scroll
Poison Undying had long since understood how the Starry Auction Pavilion operated.
The final item in every auction was always an earth-shattering treasure—something only Shrek Academy, the Holy Spirit Cult, or the Soul Beast race could afford to fight over.
Although he was an Ultimate Douluo, his Body Sect only had that single powerhouse. To compete recklessly with those other major forces would only bring unnecessary loss.
Therefore, he planned to secure some of the earlier auction items at the lowest prices possible, strengthening the sect step by step.
Once their power had grown sufficiently, he could later contend for the final treasures.
This had been the Body Sect's carefully devised plan—formulated over a month after considering three detailed strategies.
The current situation on the Douluo Continent was chaotic beyond measure. Only by cultivating steadily amid the turmoil could their thousand-year foundation remain unshaken.
"Fifty million gold soul coins."
The speaker was Ning Qitian of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, who raised his paddle to join the bidding.
For them, a treasure capable of improving comprehension and martial spirit quality was something they could never ignore.
If ten of their direct disciples consumed these Marrow Cleansing Pills, there was a real chance that the sect could one day produce another descendant of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda line.
Ning Qitian's heart surged with excitement, though he carefully reined it in.
Securing the pills first was the wisest move.
Soon, other top powers—the Sun Moon Empire, the Star Luo Empire, the Mingde Hall, and the Clear Sky Sect—all joined the competition with fervent determination.
Time passed quickly, and within a few minutes, the battle for this first item began to reach its peak.
"Three hundred million gold soul coins."
When Poison Undying from the Body Sect shouted this price, the other contenders—the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, the Star Luo Empire, and others—gradually withdrew.
There were many more items still to come, and though the ten Marrow Cleansing Pills were immensely valuable, their benefits weren't guaranteed.
There was no certainty that a single pill could truly transform a soul master into a top-tier genius.
Even the strongest prodigy might face countless hardships and accidents on the path of growth.
Considering every angle, the remaining factions decided to withdraw from the bidding.
Jiang Li scanned the room and, seeing no new offers, prepared to close the deal.
"Three hundred million gold soul coins, first call."
"Three hundred million gold soul coins, second call."
"Three hundred million gold soul coins, final call."
"No further bids—then I declare the first auction item, the ten Marrow Cleansing Pills, sold at a final price of three hundred million gold soul coins to the Body Sect!"
Jiang Li struck the gavel, concluding the sale.
Poison Undying exhaled in relief.
Though three hundred million gold soul coins was a tremendous sum, he believed the purchase worthwhile; the pills would allow his sect to nurture several extraordinary talents, strengthening their foundation for generations.
While the cost pained him slightly, he found comfort knowing the ensuing rounds of bidding would likely be even more brutal.
At least the Body Sect would not leave empty-handed.
…
Jiang Li wasted no time revealing the second auction item.
With a wave of his hand, something new materialized on the stage—a parchment scroll made of fine sheepskin floated slowly into view.
Under the collective gaze of countless soul masters, spiritual energy swept across the scroll, revealing intricate engravings like a map etched with mysterious patterns.
A unique aura radiated from it, ancient yet powerful.
The crowd began speculating about its origin and function.
"It looks like a map! Could it be marking the location of some hidden treasure?"
"Most likely. As the second auction item, whatever this map leads to must be worth more than the Marrow Cleansing Pills."
"Let's not jump to conclusions. The Starry Auction Pavilion's items are never what they seem—perhaps this isn't a treasure map at all."
Excited whispers filled the air as everyone debated what kind of artifact this mysterious scroll could be.
Jiang Li smiled knowingly.
If he were in their position, he too would have assumed it was merely a treasure map.
Little would they know—the real function of this parchment was far more extraordinary.
After letting the anticipation build, he finally spoke.
"First, all your guesses are incorrect. This second auction item is not a treasure map, nor does it lead to any specific location."
His words sent a ripple through the hall. Faces showed shock, confusion, and curiosity—but all eyes quickly returned to him, eager to know the truth.
"This second auction item is called the Spirit Land Contract Scroll, a truly remarkable creation."
Jiang Li revealed its name without hesitation.
"The Spirit Land Contract Scroll? Does it have any connection to the Twin Soul Contract Scroll from the previous auction? They look quite similar."
"It must be related somehow—both their appearance and names are too alike. This scroll can't be simple."
Murmurs of speculation spread again.
"The Spirit Land Contract Scroll holds mysterious powers," Jiang Li continued. "Its function is to improve the environmental energy of a chosen area, making it easier to gather soul power."
"In other words, it doubles cultivation speed within the territory it is bound to. As long as the scroll itself remains intact, the enhanced conditions will last permanently."
Gasps filled the hall as Jiang Li's words sank in.
The top experts among the factions exchanged looks of disbelief.
They could hardly imagine that such a miraculous object—a scroll that could permanently transform the very heavens and earth of a region—actually existed.
(END CHAPTER)
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