A wisp of chaotic energy rose up, manifesting into a landscape of mountains and rivers, filled with flowers, trees, birds, and beasts, seemingly containing the universe itself. Ancient gods and demons roared, and phantoms of phoenixes, dragons, white tigers, and black tortoises appeared, creating a magnificent spectacle.
"What kind of item is this? It actually possesses such power of creation!"
"What a grand gesture! This is only the first item, and it's already so spectacular?"
"To harness the spirits of the four directions and stabilize the universe—this bears some resemblance to the legendary Qiankun Cauldron."
Could it be the Qiankun Cauldron?
Everyone stared intently at the center of the chaotic energy, their breathing becoming somewhat rapid.
Even the strongest among the immortal forces were somewhat unsettled, revealing expectant eyes.
Soon, the chaotic aura gradually became ethereal, and mysterious rays of light spread out, revealing a small cauldron in front of everyone.
Countless great paths are carved on the small cauldron, outlining mysterious and desolate patterns. Inside the cauldron, it seems as if a small world is hidden, with the sun, moon, and stars twinkling and ancient birds and beasts singing in unison.
A rich medicinal fragrance wafted from the small cauldron. This was the divine essence left behind by the cauldron after it had refined countless divine medicines. If this small cauldron were used to refine pills, the probability of forming a pill would increase significantly, and there was even a chance to improve the quality of the pill.
"It really is the Qiankun Cauldron!"
"It is said that the Great Emperor Qiankun once refined an elixir within it, and even remnants of that elixir still linger within."
"To put such a divine object first is truly a waste of its precious resources!"
"Take a picture! You absolutely must take a picture!"
Many forces were green with envy, especially those alchemy factions, who were almost driven mad.
The Qiankun Emperor, a Heavenly Emperor-level powerhouse in the history of the Three Thousand Dao Domains, once used the Qiankun Cauldron, along with countless ancient and rare treasures, to refine an immortal pill!
A true elixir of immortality!
On the day the elixir was formed, the three thousand Dao Domains were thrown into turmoil. Countless ancient powerhouses emerged to vie for that elixir, sparking an unprecedented war that shattered the universe and caused the demise of all living beings. No one knows the outcome of that war; only a few fragments have been passed down through the vast expanse of time. However, after that, the Qiankun Emperor and the Qiankun Cauldron disappeared from everyone's sight.
I never expected the Qiankun Cauldron to appear here!
As a cauldron that once refined elixirs, it must contain the residual Daoist essence of elixirs. For alchemists, this is an unparalleled opportunity; glimpsing even a fraction of it can greatly improve their alchemy skills.
Of course, the Qiankun Cauldron is not just for refining elixirs; it is also a rare artifact that can suppress fortune!
Furthermore, its effect in suppressing destiny is in no way inferior to that of immortal artifacts.
No matter what kind of power it is, if it wants to exist for eternity, it must ensure that its own fortune does not dissipate at will. If the fortune does not dissipate, then geniuses will appear steadily, and there will be no serious gaps in its lineage.
This is also why many forces were so wary of the Heaven and Earth Auction using fortune as a bargaining chip from the very beginning.
However, everything in the world has a price. If the items offered at the Heaven and Earth Auction are valuable enough, those forces are not actually concerned about using their own eternal fortune to gamble for a lifetime of glory!
Or perhaps, one person achieves the pinnacle through the achievements of countless generations of descendants!
Seeing that everyone had recognized the item, Sophie stopped using sign language.
"Esteemed seniors, you truly have discerning eyes! This is indeed the legendary Qiankun Cauldron."
"The Great Emperor Qiankun once used this cauldron to refine an immortal pill. If one could comprehend even a fraction of the Daoist essence remaining within it, it wouldn't be a problem to reach the peak of alchemy level even earlier."
"Furthermore, the Qiankun Cauldron contains the essence of creation and can be used to suppress destiny, existing for eternity. It also has mysterious Dao patterns on its exterior; studying even a fraction of them can aid in enlightenment."
"Undoubtedly a supreme divine object"
Everyone nodded in agreement; such an item could indeed be considered a supreme divine object.
"The first item in this auction is the Qiankun Cauldron."
"Starting bid: 10 million top-grade divine resources; each bid must be at least 1 million top-grade divine resources!"
"The auction has officially begun!"
With Sophie's sweet cry, the entire starry sky suddenly came alive.
"One Hundred Million Top-Grade Divine Sources"
The first to speak was an elder from the Pill God Palace, who was also a quasi-emperor level alchemist.
He was visibly agitated and trembling.
"With this Qiankun Cauldron, my Pill God Palace will surely produce another Emperor-level alchemist who proves his Dao through alchemy. At that time, we will definitely become one of the top forces in the Three Thousand Dao Domains!"
The bidding for one hundred million top-grade divine resources did not deter anyone; on the contrary, it directly pushed the auction to its climax.
"Two hundred million supreme-grade divine resources"
"Three Hundred Million Top-Grade Divine Sources"
"Five Hundred Million Top-Grade Divine Sources"
......
"I'll offer two billion worth of top-grade divine resources; nobody can take it from me."
"Get lost, who the hell do you think you are? I'll offer three billion top-grade divine resources."
In the blink of an eye, the price had reached the terrifying figure of 3 billion top-grade divine resources. In order to participate in this auction, many forces directly sold off their assets, taking a desperate gamble to bring back an item.
This silenced some newly emerged rogue cultivators.
They even began to doubt the meaning of life.
Have they changed, or has the world changed?
When did top-grade divine resources become so worthless?
Normally, a saint would condescend to be a henchman for 10,000 top-grade divine sources, but now, bidding at auctions is done by adding small amounts of money.
However, the price increases did not stop because of them.
"3.5 billion Supreme-Grade Divine Sources"
"Forty billion supreme-grade divine resources"
"Four billion top-grade divine resources!"
Such a price increase would be somewhat difficult for most holy land-level forces.
Even if they sold everything they owned, they couldn't produce that much divine energy.
"Fifty billion top-grade divine resources!"
The old patriarch of the Pill God Palace roared with all his might, his eyes red.
God knows how much he paid to gather 5 billion top-grade divine resources; he practically sold his ass.
If we still can't win the bid for the Qiankun Cauldron, then we'll be at a huge loss!
The moment the patriarch of the Pill God Palace called out the price, the auction house fell silent.
This is roughly the price range that most forces consider.
Fifty billion top-grade divine resources—a despairing number. Even the entire savings of a holy land with a history spanning millions of years might not amount to that much.
Just when the patriarch of the Pill God Palace thought victory was assured, a nonchalant voice plunged him into despair.
"This item is not bad; it's certainly qualified as a valuable asset."
"One hundred billion supreme divine resources"
Everyone turned to look at the sound and fell silent instantly.
Because the one who spoke was an ancestor of a top-tier immortal sect, the Supreme Dao Palace, an ancient being at the Heavenly Venerable Realm!
The patriarch of the Pill God Palace opened his mouth wide, wanting to say something, but he couldn't utter a word.
He can unleash a hundred billion top-grade divine resources with a single word!
Is this the essence of the immortal tradition?
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