Princess Xu Jiujiu's expression instantly became serious. In those beautiful eyes, there was nothing but solemnity and earnestness.
She stared at Huo Yuhao and asked, "Are you really going to put this defensive Spirit Tool up for auction?"
In her view, the effect of this Spirit Tool named 'Starry Glazed Shield' was simply too powerful.
It was sufficient to withstand a single strike from a Limit Douluo and endure multiple attacks from a Super Douluo.
This was arguably the strongest defensive Spirit Tool she had ever heard of, without exception.
In any case, if she possessed such a Spirit Tool, she would absolutely be loath to part with it.
Who would be willing to hand over such a treasure to someone else?Huo Yuhao replied without the slightest hesitation, "Of course."
He looked at Princess Xu Jiujiu, the corners of his mouth curling up slightly. "Princess Jiujiu doesn't think I only have this one defensive Spirit Tool, does she?"
Hearing this, Princess Xu Jiujiu's breath hitched; she felt that the possibility was indeed very high. Perhaps Huo Yuhao had even stronger defensive Spirit Tools on him.
She took a deep breath, suppressing the shock in her heart, and said, "In that case, as the party commissioned for the auction, the Starlight Auction House needs to test the defensive effects of this Spirit Tool."
This was the rule and a necessary process. Without verifying it with her own eyes, how could she dare to send this item onto the auction stage?
Huo Yuhao nodded noncommittally. "That is only natural."
Saying so, he extended his right hand forward. The Starry Glazed Shield hovering in his palm slowly floated toward Princess Xu Jiujiu.
"Sense it with your mental force, then input Spirit Power."
Hearing this, Princess Xu Jiujiu reached out to catch the starlight-flickering sphere and did as Huo Yuhao instructed.
Then, the Starry Glazed Shield in front of her actually vanished instantly!
No! It hadn't vanished!
Princess Xu Jiujiu could clearly perceive that this Rank 9 Spirit Tool hadn't truly disappeared, but had fused into her body!
A look of shock appeared on her face again; she now understood how this Spirit Tool had appeared in Huo Yuhao's hand earlier.
This was the first time Princess Xu Jiujiu had ever seen a Spirit Tool that could fuse into the body.
She had seen many top-tier Spirit Tools smuggled from the Illustrious Virtue Hall. But no matter what rank the Spirit Tool was, none had this function. Could it be that the Rank 9 Soul Engineer behind Huo Yuhao had mastered a brand-new technology?
Princess Xu Jiujiu took a deep breath, suppressing the chaotic thoughts in her heart. These questions could be explored slowly later.
Now, first, verify the effects.
"Grandma Manyi!"
As Princess Xu Jiujiu called out, a figure suddenly appeared beside her. This person had hair as white as snow and wore a magnificent long red dress, possessing an extraordinary aura. She looked like an old woman over eighty years old, her face covered in wrinkles, but her eyes were exceptionally sharp.
There was no look of surprise on Huo Yuhao's face, because he had long since detected the presence of this Titled Douluo.
Manyi's expression was majestic, but when she looked at Princess Xu Jiujiu, her face instantly softened. Those eyes were filled with kindness and doting affection.
Princess Xu Jiujiu said directly, "Grandma Manyi, attack me!"
Hearing this, Manyi did not comply. Her gaze swept indifferently over Huo Yuhao. Those eyes were full of scrutiny and wariness.
"Jiujiu, there's no need to test it yourself."
Clearly, Manyi did not trust Huo Yuhao.
How could she let the Princess take a personal risk with an unheard-of Spirit Tool?Princess Xu Jiujiu, however, smiled, a smile full of confidence and composure.
Her voice was light: "Don't worry, Grandma Manyi, I trust him!"
Princess Xu Jiujiu glanced at Huo Yuhao; she didn't entirely trust him as a person, but because after fusing with the Starry Glazed Shield, she could clearly sense the powerful effect of this defensive Spirit Tool.
With a thought, she proactively activated the defense. In the next second, a faint layer of light membrane suddenly appeared over her body. The light membrane was as thin as a cicada's wing, almost invisible, but starlight shimmered faintly upon it, as if she had draped a piece of the night sky over herself.
Manyi frowned; she raised her hand and struck forward with a palm! She perceived that the layer of defense on Princess Xu Jiujiu seemed unusual, but she also controlled the strength of her strike. This palm strike was only at the level of a Spirit Emperor's attack.
As Manyi's palm landed on Princess Xu Jiujiu's shoulder, starlight suddenly erupted from the shoulder! That starlight then acted like a ripple, instantly sweeping across her entire body! The starlight flickered with breathtaking beauty. And Princess Xu Jiujiu stood in place, not feeling even a shred of force transmitted to her.
Her eyes lit up. "Grandma Manyi, again!"
A sharp glint flashed in Manyi's eyes; she hadn't expected this Rank 9 defensive Spirit Tool to be so extraordinary.
Immediately, she struck out with another palm! This time, she used the strength of a Spirit Douluo level! When that palm fell, even the air trembled! But the final result was the same as before. The starlight barrier remained steadfast, causing no harm to Princess Xu Jiujiu.
Princess Xu Jiujiu's eyes grew even brighter. She called out again, "Grandma Manyi, use your full strength!"
Manyi nodded, her expression becoming solemn as a folding fan suddenly appeared in her hand. The folding fan was blue, with a luster surging upon it that seemed to be the same source of starlight power as the Starry Glazed Shield. This was her Spirit, the Nebula Fan. Although it wasn't an Astrology Spirit, it could still mobilize starlight power.
Immediately, nine spirit rings rose from beneath her feet!
Yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, black, black, black, black.
A nine-ringed Titled Douluo!
Her third spirit ring flashed, and she pointed the folding fan forward!
A beam of starlight shot directly toward Princess Xu Jiujiu! The starlight was dazzling and as fast as lightning, carrying a heart-palpitating pressure! Even if it was only a third Spirit Ability, this was still the attack of a Titled Douluo!
A trace of surprise couldn't help but flash across Manyi's solemn face afterward. Because her strike just now had still failed to break the defense of this Rank 9 Spirit Tool! It hadn't even managed to make Princess Xu Jiujiu take a single step back. The starlight barrier was as solid as a rock.
"That's enough, Grandma Manyi." Princess Xu Jiujiu's voice trembled slightly.
Although the starlight defense was powerful, it consumed her Spirit Power. After that Titled Douluo-level attack just now, her Spirit Power consumption was quite high. But this also proved Huo Yuhao's earlier claim; as long as Spirit Power was sufficient, this defensive Spirit Tool indeed seemed capable of withstanding a Titled Douluo's attack.
Princess Xu Jiujiu turned to look at Huo Yuhao, her eyes now full of eagerness.
"Are there more of these defensive Spirit Tools?"
"The Star Luo Imperial Family can purchase them; the price is negotiable."
Huo Yuhao did not give a precise answer; he only smiled.
"Princess Jiujiu, don't be in a hurry," his voice was calm. "There will be plenty of opportunities for cooperation later."
He couldn't produce such a Rank 9 defensive Spirit Tool right now. Aunt Leng had only given him this one. What he could make himself was still far from reaching this level. However, in a few more years, once he had grown more, he should be able to make them himself.
Then, Huo Yuhao asked, "Princess Jiujiu, is this Spirit Tool sufficient to appear as the finale item for this auction?"
Princess Xu Jiujiu returned to the opposite side of Huo Yuhao and sat down. She looked at Huo Yuhao with a complex expression on her face.
"In the past, this Rank 9 defensive Spirit Tool could indeed have been the finale."
"But this time... its weight is still not enough."
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A/N: Damn, I know I said keep the Power Stones coming but I never expected this. First time I've had to post ten chapters at once in over a month. Not complaining though. Lets keep it up. Maaaximum Effort.
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