After they finished speaking, the woman from the Blazing Fire Sect and the middle-aged man from the Dark Pavilion finally received the Spirit Crystal that they needed, and they both became serious.
This barrier-breaking spirit crystal is not just a precious auction item for them; it's a crucial element concerning the future development of both factions...
The woman from the Blazing Fire Sect stared intently at the blue-glowing Spirit Crystal on the stage, her heart already churning with turmoil.
The middle-aged man in the dark pavilion also had a burning gaze, and his hand was slowly clenched, indicating the turmoil in his heart at this moment.
However, while filled with anticipation, the two couldn't help but look worriedly in Qin Luo's direction.
After all, Qin Luo's extravagant and wealthy demeanor during the previous auction was still fresh in their minds, as he relentlessly offered precious primordial spirit liquid and bid on his desired items without hesitation. If Qin Luo were to set his sights on bidding for this barrier-breaking spirit crystal again, obtaining it would become even more difficult for them.
However, seeing that Qin Luo had no intention of bidding, the two breathed a sigh of relief.
Then the sound of two people bidding against each other filled the auction hall.
"Five hundred and one thousand top-grade spirit stones!"
"Five hundred and fifty thousand top-grade spirit stones!"
"Six hundred thousand top-grade spirit stones!"
......
Just as the bidding for the Spirit Crystal was in full swing, Qin Luo's expression was unusually solemn. Ever since he successfully bid for that mysterious stone, he had keenly noticed that Dan Bingli's gaze would occasionally fall on him, and there seemed to be a complex hesitation hidden in her eyes.
But his gaze only swept over her briefly before quickly shifting away.
Is he about to lose control? Or is he holding back...?
Qin Luo pondered to himself that, logically speaking, if he were to proactively give her the stone he had just won at auction, that would be the quickest way to win her favor. After all, in the eyes of ordinary people, giving away a precious item bought at an astronomical price would surely evoke gratitude and earn them special consideration.
However, after traveling with Dan Bingli for these past few days, Qin Luo also discovered the coldness that permeated her very being. She seemed to be completely immersed in cultivation, showing no interest in anything else.
Perhaps handing it over directly to her could bring the two of them closer, but after these days, it's no longer the situation Qin Luo wanted to see.
Although Deng Junguang was ranked ninety-eighth on the Power Ranking, his demonstrated strength was already enough to make him wary. However, compared to the top five powerhouses on the Power Ranking within six months, he was still many levels below him.
Presumably, at that height, one could take in all the younger generation on the Lingyuan Continent and look down upon them.
"So we have to take a risky move!"
With a pause, Qin Luo took a deep breath and slowly opened the system panel.
Name: Qin Luo
[Realm: Mid-stage Soul Contract Realm]
[Constitution: Ethereal Holy Body]
[Technique: The Ultimate Unity of All Things]
[Number of investments available: 1]
[Gift by Chance: None]
[Number of simulations: 1 (refreshes every 24 hours, can be stored, current number of stored simulations: 25) (Note: The longer the interval between simulations, the higher the quality and quantity of rewards obtained)]
[None women suitable for investment]
Having made up his mind, Qin Luo no longer hesitated and instantly used up twenty-three of his stored points, adding them to his emotional intelligence.
a) 42 points of emotional intelligence (new to dating); b) 4 points of appearance (average appearance); c) 24 points of skills (starting to understand); d) 18 points of luck (fortune often smiles upon you)
"It seems that emotional intelligence needs to reach fifty to transform into the next stage, but fortunately there is still room for doubling."
After saying that, he tapped his finger, and the remaining simulation points decreased from 2 to 1.
[Simulation points successfully used, doubling in progress. Based on Dan Bingli's affection level for you being 0, this return will be randomly selected between 1 and 5 times.]
[Attribute point multiplier: 2; Random selection result: Appearance: 8 (Unremarkable)]
[Start Simulation?: Yes/No]
Upon seeing this result, Qin Luo's lips twitched slightly. Fortunately, he had been cautious and then started doubling the points again, instantly reducing the remaining simulation points from 1 to 0.
[Simulation points successfully used, doubling in progress. Based on Dan Bingli's affection level for you being 0, this return will be randomly selected between 1 and 5 times.]
[Attribute points multiplier: 5; Random selection result: Emotional Intelligence: 210 (Veteran in Love)]
[Start Simulation?: Yes/No]
"Fortunately, the worst-case scenario didn't happen."
Qin Luo breathed a slight sigh of relief, and then chose to simulate without hesitation.
[Simulated information entry in progress, simulated female character: Dan Bingli.]
On the first day, during a break in the auction, you noticed Dan Bingli's frequent glances at you. After thinking for a moment, you took the initiative to give her the stone.
She was slightly taken aback, not expecting you to gift her this stone. Then, a melodious yet utterly cold voice slowly uttered from her lips: "What is the meaning of this?"
Dan Bingli looked up at you, a hint of confusion on her indifferent face. Although she desperately wanted the stone, she still felt uneasy accepting such a valuable gift without reason.
You smiled gently, looking at her sincerely, and said, "I noticed you seem quite interested in this stone. Perhaps it will be of use to you, so I've taken the liberty of giving it to you. I hope you won't find it offensive."
Hearing your words, Dan Bingli frowned slightly. Although she was aloof, she wasn't unreasonable. She knew this stone had attracted fierce competition at the auction, fetching a price of five drops of Origin Spirit Liquid. Your easy gift to her left her wondering about your intentions.
Thinking of this, she stared at you coldly, a hint of wariness in her eyes.
Seeing Dan Bingli's reaction, your smile faltered slightly, but now that you'd started, you weren't willing to give up so easily.
"Young lady, you've misunderstood. We've traveled together to this point, and my gift to you was not a spur-of-the-moment decision, nor did I harbor any other intentions."
[Just now, during the auction, I noticed that the young lady seemed quite interested in this item, but hesitated to act because she was short of money. So I bid and won it.]
If you feel this is inappropriate, you can always return it to me later with something of equal value.
Upon hearing this, Dan Bingli's eyes grew even more wary. She glanced at you coldly and spat out a few words through gritted teeth: "There's absolutely no need for that."
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