Inside ※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_1_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬, Li Mu seemed oblivious to the outside commotion, tightly clutching his bidding token, waiting for the bidding deadline to end, ready to intervene in the bidding at any time.
However, strangely, after Li Mu participated in the bidding, the other bidders seemed to have conspired, collectively giving up on the ※_※r6※_1_⛬⛬7_⛬.
As the bidding deadline ended and the ※_12_⛬ hammer fell, Wan Tiancheng announced that the ※_17_⛬ had been sold for ※_※_1_⛬_⛬ million High-Grade Spirit Stones. He respectfully looked towards 1 and congratulated, "Congratulations to Guest ※_※_1_⛬_⛬ for successfully bidding on the ※_17_⛬."
"It's ours! Those guys really gave ※_14_⛬ Face!"
Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu and chuckled, somewhat surprised.
"Hahaha, of course! ※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_1_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬4_⛬ is the only Artifact Refining Great Master in the Spirit Realm who can refine Dao Soldiers. If they had bid for the ※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_※_1_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬_⛬7_⛬, no one else could refine a Cave Heaven Supreme Treasure, and in the end, they would still have to find Elder Li to refine it!" Sword Master Chen laughed heartily, delighted.
Li Mu smiled faintly and humbly said, "Both Sword Masters are too kind."
The Auction continued. On the Auction stage, Wan Tiancheng passionately announced, "Next, please welcome the next great treasure, the Seventh-Order Medium Grade Dao Sword - Burning Heaven, refined by our pavilion's senior Artifact Refining Guest Elder - Master Li!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the entire Auction hall instantly boiled over.
"Are they finally going to Auction a Dao Soldier?!"
"It's actually a fire-attribute Dao Soldier, I wonder what Dao Law it embodies!"
"..."
The atmosphere of the entire Auction hall was instantly ignited by the Seventh-Order Dao Sword. The Void Refining Cultivators present discussed endlessly, all looking towards the Auction stage, their eyes full of anticipation, eager to witness the might of the Seventh-Order Dao Sword.
Wan Tiancheng looked at the reaction in the hall with satisfaction, and with a gentle wave of his hand, the next moment, the teleportation array on the Auction stage flashed, and a sword box appeared. The white jade sword box was carved with intricate runes, and Spiritual Qi faintly flowed, obviously custom-made to conceal the Dao Sword's aura.
Wan Tiancheng looked towards the VIP rooms, sensing the powerful Divine Thought locked on by the various powerhouses. He smiled slightly, extended a hand, and opened the sword box.
"Buzz!" With a sword cry, a crimson light instantly escaped from the sword box, radiating terrifying high temperatures. That crimson light was like the first ray of dawn, yet it carried terrifying high temperatures capable of incinerating mountains and boiling seas, instantly filling the entire Auction hall. The air seemed to ignite, and even space itself subtly twisted due to this power, forming subtle ripples. This was the debut of the Seventh-Order Medium Grade Dao Sword—Burning Heaven.
The Burning Heaven Dao Sword's blade was as crimson as blood, crystal clear, as if condensed from the purest flames between Heaven and Earth. On the blade, complex and profound flame patterns flowed, radiating terrifying Fire Sword Intent.
Fortunately, Wan Tiancheng was well prepared. He gently raised his hand, and a soft power surged from his palm, coiling like fine threads around the freely dancing Burning Heaven Dao Sword, gripping it in his hand, suppressing its unleashed sword might.
At the same time, a powerful array force emerged in the Auction hall, forming a thin protective shield that enveloped the Auction stage and surrounding spectator seats, effectively isolating the high temperature released by Burning Heaven, allowing everyone to safely admire the splendor of this peerless Dao Sword.
"Everyone, please rest assured, although Burning Heaven's power is strong, under our pavilion's meticulous arrangement, it will absolutely not cause any harm to anyone." Wan Tiancheng looked at the small crowd, smiled slightly, and his voice clearly entered everyone's ears, reassuring the Cultivators.
"So powerful!"
"Is this the prestige of a Seventh-Order Dao Sword?! It truly lives up to its reputation!"
"The Fire Dao Law contained within this Burning Heaven Dao Monarch is extraordinary! It actually possesses the might of Heavenly Fire. Master Li's Artifact Refining technique has indeed reached an extraordinary level!"
...
The Cultivators' exclamations rose and fell, some marveling at Burning Heaven's astonishing power, others admiring the exquisite skill of its refiner, Master Li. The Auction hall was filled with infinite longing and reverence for this treasure.
Seeing this, Wan Tiancheng was secretly pleased. He gently raised the Burning Heaven Dao Sword, and with a "buzz" of a sword cry, the Dao Sword drew a brilliant red line in the air. The sword light flashed, leaving a subtle flame trajectory in the air that lingered for a long time, the Fire Sword Intent so dense it appeared tangible.
"Fellow Daoists, this Burning Heaven Dao Sword is refined with Seventh-Order Blazing Spirit Crystals as the main material, supplemented by various rare fire-element Spirit Ores. Not only is its material extraordinary, but it also contains the Dao Law of 'Burning Heaven Fire'. When this sword is unsheathed, it can draw upon the fires of Heaven and Earth to incinerate all things. What's even more commendable is that it has already developed sentience, capable of sensing its master's will and moving according to its master's desire, making it a rare combat companion."
"When the sword was forged, a celestial phenomenon appeared, fire clouds swirled, and the sound of the sword cry shook the heavens, making it a rare fire-element Dao Sword!"
Wan Tiancheng's voice carried an indescribable excitement, revealing the extraordinary nature of the Burning Heaven Dao Sword and igniting boundless longing and aspiration in the hearts of the Cultivators present.
"The sword is a good sword, but unfortunately, we can only look!"
"Who says it isn't? Only a lord of a region, a Body Integration powerhouse, is qualified to wield such a Dao Sword!"
"This Burning Heaven Dao Sword will probably fetch a sky-high price!"
"A Dao Sword of this grade! It makes Li so envious!"
...
The Void Refining Cultivators in the hall discussed endlessly, with both endless longing for the Burning Heaven Dao Sword and helpless sighs about their own strength and financial resources.
However, amidst this fervor, the fire-element Cultivators in nearly a hundred VIP rooms were determined to acquire Burning Heaven. They held noble statuses and possessed astonishing strength, being either Elders of certain Sects, reclusive masters, or Sect Masters.
They deeply understood the importance of this Dao Sword for enhancing their Sect's strength or their own cultivation, and even more, it could help them Breakthrough to the next Realm and forge their Dao Foundation. Therefore, even if the price of this sword was exorbitant, they would spare no expense.
The Cultivators eagerly rubbed their fists, preparing for an intense bidding war.
Just then, Wan Tiancheng passionately announced, "The Burning Heaven Sword, starting bid 500,000 High-Grade Spirit Stones, each increment must not be less than 50,000, time limit: 300 breaths. Now, let the bidding begin!"
As Wan Tiancheng's words fell, the atmosphere in the Auction hall instantly ignited, boiling like water.
"Eight hundred thousand! VIP Room 5 bids eight hundred thousand!"
"VIP Room 23! One hundred thirty-five!"
...
Wan Tiancheng excitedly reported the latest bids for the Burning Heaven Dao Sword. In less than thirty breaths, the bids changed drastically, quickly surpassing two million High-Grade Spirit Stones.
"Hmph, how can a mere two million High-Grade Spirit Stones be worthy of such a treasure sword?" A disdainful sneer came from VIP Room 8, followed by a jaw-dropping bid that echoed throughout the hall: "Three million! This sword, our Xuanxiao Sect, is determined to get it!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the hall instantly fell into a deathly silence, followed by a burst of intense discussion. Three million High-Grade Spirit Stones was an astronomical figure for most Cultivators, enough to bankrupt many Sects.
"VIP Room 8, it's Sect Master Xin of Xuanxiao Sect!"
"As expected of Xuanxiao Sect, which controls the Xuan Zhu Small World, they are indeed wealthy!"
"Tsk tsk tsk! This old Daoist has truly broadened his horizons in this lifetime!"
...
The Void Refining Cultivators in the hall discussed endlessly, their voices mixed with awe and envy. Everyone knew that Xuanxiao Sect's position in the Spirit Realm was extraordinary, and Sect Master Xin was particularly known for his exceptional strength and extraordinary methods.
This time, he personally transmitted his bid, instantly suppressing all competitors, attempting to secure the Burning Heaven Dao Sword. For a moment, no one dared to bid again.
However, just at this seemingly settled moment, another voice came from VIP Room 5: "Three million two hundred thousand. Our Nether Sect is also interested in this sword and is willing to compete with Xuanxiao Sect."
As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere in the hall instantly solidified.
"Nether Sect? They actually participated in the bidding!"
Someone exclaimed in a low voice, clearly surprised by the Nether Sect's involvement. The Nether Sect and Xuanxiao Sect, one dark and one light, both had their own strengths in the outer regions of the Spirit Realm, but their direct confrontation today over a Burning Heaven Dao Sword was truly rare.
Subsequently, more intense Divine Thought fluctuations spread throughout the hall, and the bidding numbers continued to jump, clearly indicating that more than one powerhouse was vying for the Burning Heaven Dao Sword. Xuanxiao Sect's Sect Master Xin's bluffing tactic had failed.
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"Both Xuanxiao Sect and Nether Sect are extraterritorial forces. As the northern overlord of the Spirit Realm's outer domain, Xuanxiao Sect's history can be traced back to ancient times. The Sect is filled with powerhouses, inheriting many ancient secret techniques and powerful Divine Abilities. Sect Master Xin is the current leader of Xuanxiao Sect, with his cultivation having reached the Peak of the Body Integration Realm. The Xuan Zhu Small World controlled by Xuanxiao Sect is rich in resources and dense with Spiritual Qi, cultivating countless outstanding Disciples for the Sect, which has continuously strengthened Xuanxiao Sect's influence in the Spirit Realm."
"As for the Nether Sect, it is hidden in the desolate You Star of the outer domain, backed by the Nine Netherworld. That is a forgotten corner of the world, but also a Holy Land for Nether Sect Cultivators. The Nether Sect's Cultivation Technique is unique, specializing in controlling Netherworld power, known for its 陰冷 and 詭異. The Sect also has many experts, especially skilled in assassination and intelligence gathering, which gives them a crucial position in the outer regions of the Spirit Realm. Although they usually act low-key, once they make a move, they often cause huge waves. The Nether Sect's participation in the bidding for the Burning Heaven Dao Sword is enough to show their 重视 for this treasure, and also indicates that they may have ulterior motives!"
In VIP Room 1, Sword Master Feng looked solemn as he meticulously introduced the two extraterritorial forces to Li Mu.
"Outer domain?"
Li Mu blinked his eyes, clearly not very familiar with the outer domain mentioned by Sword Master Feng.
"Haha, Elder Li, you haven't reached the Body Integration Realm, so naturally, you don't know about matters outside the four domains of the Spirit Realm. In fact, our current Realm is on a planet rich in spiritual energy, called Qi Ling Star. The area formed by Qi Ling Star and sixteen other stars like it is what we usually call the 'Inner Domain'. However, beyond Qi Ling Star, there exists a vaster, more mysterious region with hundreds of stars, and that is the 'Outer Domain'." Sword Master Chen chuckled, taking over the conversation to explain to Li Mu.
"The Outer Domain has vastly different environments. Some stars have sparse Spiritual Qi and harsh living conditions, while others are rich in resources, even hiding ancient ruins and secret treasures. These regions are often occupied by various large Sects, aristocratic families, or Loose Cultivator powerhouses, forming their own unique spheres of influence. Xuanxiao Sect and Nether Sect are among the most powerful forces in the Outer Domain; their influence extends far beyond Qi Ling Star, even able to penetrate into the Inner Domain." Sword Master Chen continued to explain.
"Yes, some Cultivation resources in the Outer Domain are scarcer than in the Inner Domain, and the conflicts between Sects are far more intense and brutal than in the Inner Domain. To compete for resources, territory, or Legacies, wars often break out between Sects. The strong prey on the weak, and the survival of the fittest is the Law there. Therefore, any Sect that can establish itself in the Outer Domain is undeniably a powerful and deeply rooted existence." Sword Master Feng nodded, adding.
At this point, Sword Master Feng paused slightly, gazing deeply at the Burning Heaven Dao Sword being auctioned in the hall, and continued, "And a Treasure Artifact like the Burning Heaven Dao Sword, which involves Dao essence, is capable of causing huge waves whether in the Inner Domain or the Outer Domain. It not only represents formidable power but may also hide the key to reaching higher Realms. Therefore, both Xuanxiao Sect and Nether Sect are willing to spare no expense to acquire it."
"So that's how it is!" Li Mu suddenly understood. He had never imagined that he was on a planet called Qi Ling Star, nor did he know that there was such a vast and complex world beyond Qi Ling Star.
Now, from this perspective, Li Mu finally understood the principle of the Ninth-Order Divine Array - Chaotic Sealing Domain Great Array.
If the Spirit Realm was on a planet full of spiritual energy, Qi Ling Star, then the Outer Domain of Qi Ling Star, with hundreds of stars, would all be contained within a single star system, forming a stellar system. And the Ninth-Order Divine Array - Chaotic Sealing Domain Great Array, would then seal the space-time passages crossing over from outside star systems, and also seal the space-time passages from the Spirit Realm to the previous Immortal Realm.
"Our Sect also has branch Sects on other planets. Although these branch Sects are not as grand or profound as the headquarters in the Central State Spirit Domain, they each hold significant positions on their respective planets. Elder Li, your cultivation is still shallow. Once you Breakthrough to the Void Refining Realm and your Law Domain takes shape, allowing you to freely resist the pervasive power from beyond the heavens, I can take you to witness the situation of those branch Sects. At that time, you will personally experience the vastness of the Outer World." Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu and smiled encouragingly.
"Thank you, Sword Master Feng, for your guidance. Li will certainly Cultivate diligently and accept your invitation as soon as possible." Li Mu smiled and nodded, also very much looking forward to witnessing another world beyond the heavens with his Physical Body.
As the three conversed, three hundred breaths quietly passed, as if in the blink of an eye. Outside the VIP room, the crisp sound of the Auction hammer falling for the Burning Heaven Dao Sword could already be heard.
The Auction of the Burning Heaven Dao Sword had concluded. Wan Tiancheng loudly announced that the Seventh-Order Burning Heaven Dao Sword had been acquired by VIP Room 3 for the hefty price of 4.5 million High-Grade Spirit Stones.
This scene not only highlighted the fierce competition for rare resources among top forces but also made everyone present deeply feel the close connection between wealth and strength in the Cultivation world.
Witnessing this, Li Mu couldn't help but secretly click his tongue, somewhat astonished by the wealth controlled by these top forces, and at the same time, very happy that he would receive a large sum of extra income from this Auction's commission.
Sword Master Feng and Sword Master Chen exchanged a meaningful glance. Their regard for Li Mu had quietly climbed several notches at this moment.
A Seventh-Order Medium Grade Dao Sword refined by Li Mu could be auctioned for such a high price. However, the number of Seventh-Order High Grade Dao Swords he refined for the Xuantian Sword Sect was considerable. (End of this chapter)
