Outside, the voice of the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's auctioneer sounded again, "1,200 Grade-Entering Profound Truth Jade, going once! 1,200 Grade-Entering Profound Truth Jade, going twice! There are only three breaths of time left. If no other Daoist friend makes a bid, these ten Turtle-Poria Elixirs will have a new owner! Everyone, are you really not considering bidding?"

The auction house remained silent.

Flaming Blade Duan River sneered, "They're just some Ninth-Layer Perfection cultivators, or at most Initial Tier Earth Immortals and First-Grade Earth Immortals. I, Flaming Blade Duan River, might not be able to intimidate those veteran middle-high grade experts, but among these insignificant figures, who would dare to disrespect me again!"

The Second Prince of the Xianluo Dynasty, Chang Li, cupped his hands and said, "Master's Uncle's fame is known to everyone in the Western Region of the Central Divine Dynasty. I, Li'er, am here to congratulate Master's Uncle on obtaining the treasure! Cultivators rely on strength; without strength, what treasure can one bid for?"

Upon hearing this, Flaming Blade Duan River laughed heartily, his face full of pride.

Qu Qingfeng and Qu Qingling saw this, and the disgust in their eyes became more evident. They lowered their heads and exchanged a glance.

Qu Qingfeng thought to himself: This Chang Li certainly looks like a man of talent, possessing an aptitude far surpassing countless genius cultivators. Unfortunately, his character is problematic. While a cultivator's strength is undoubtedly important, it's said that a just cause enjoys abundant support while an unjust cause finds little. Even if an individual's strength is incredibly powerful, they still can't blot out the sky with one hand! After all, even the Demon Lord of the Profound Yin Demon Sect, renowned as a Ninth-Grade Earth Demon, still couldn't possibly contend alone against the many Ninth-Grade Earth Immortals from numerous powerful Immortal Sects!

Qu Qingling, on the other hand, looked frustrated. If there was no chance in this eighth round of bidding, it would be even harder to win an elixir in the following rounds!

Just at this moment, Lii Xiaolan, the young lady beside Lin Xuankong, suddenly spoke crisply, "I, Lii Xiaolan, bid 1,250 Grade-Entering Profound Truth Jade!"

After shouting, Lii Xiaolan's eyes sparkled, and she secretly smiled at Lin Xuankong.

To think that the Dharma-tier Gui Ling Elixirs I painstakingly refined were about to be auctioned at a high price again, only for that detestable Flaming Blade Duan River to jump out and babble—how could I possibly tolerate that?! Especially since I refined these Dharma-tier Gui Ling Elixirs to raise funds for my husband, Lin Xuankong—a matter of great importance to him! I could tolerate other things, but this, I absolutely cannot!

After Lii Xiaolan's voice was heard, the thousands of cultivators in the auction house immediately started discussing in low voices.

"Today is truly strange! Another cultivator dares to challenge Flaming Blade Duan River, and judging by the voice, it seems to be another female cultivator. Interesting!"

"Who is this female cultivator bidding? How fierce can she be? I've never heard of Lii Xiaolan before. Is she very strong, or does she have a powerful background?"

"Lii Xiaolan? I've never heard of her either. But I bet after today's auction, Lii Xiaolan's name will spread throughout Spiritual Crane Immortal City. Hmm, daring to challenge Flaming Blade Duan River..."

Although their expressions were quite astonished, most people had a look of schadenfreude on their faces. Many cultivators also showed admiration. Regardless of her strength, her courage to challenge Flaming Blade Duan River was definitely impressive! After all, just moments ago, in this vast auction house filled with thousands upon thousands of cultivators—geniuses, Initial Tier Earth Immortals, and First-Grade Earth Immortals from all over—no one had dared to bid!

Aside from these cultivators' continuous murmuring, the auctioneer standing on the stage of the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect showed a fleeting glint in her eyes. Though she tried to maintain a calm expression, there was a hint of satisfaction in her eyes. "Hmm, Lii Xiaolan bids 1,250 Grade-Entering Profound Truth Jade. Are there any other Daoist friends who wish to bid higher?"

「Inside the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's private box,」

Upon hearing Lii Xiaolan's bid, the Second Prince of the Xianluo Dynasty, Chang Li's expression changed, and he looked at Lii Xiaolan with a hint of confusion.

He had noticed Lii Xiaolan ever since encountering Qu Qiao'Er and others from the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect earlier. After all, women who could rival Third Princess Xiaoo Ying'Er in beauty, temperament, and figure were scarce. As a male cultivator, how could Chang Li not pay extra attention?

Unfortunately, although Chang Li felt an itch in his heart, Lii Xiaolan completely ignored him, unlike Qu Qingfeng and Qu Qingling, who tried to converse with him.

What he hadn't expected was that this seemingly cute and lovely Lii Xiaolan would dare to publicly defy his Master's Uncle. Hmph, this girl probably doesn't know my Master's Uncle's methods!

Chang Li's face displayed confusion, while Flaming Blade Duan River's eyes filled with coldness. He didn't pay attention to Lii Xiaolan but instead looked at Spiritual Crane Fairy Qu Qiao'Er. "Spiritual Crane Fairy, my Fire Spirit Sect has always had a good relationship with your Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect. Is this how you treat guests from afar?"

Spiritual Crane Fairy Qu Qiao'Er was also surprised by Lii Xiaolan's sudden bid. She frowned and looked at Lii Xiaolan. "Lan, this Brother Duan is an elder of your Master's generation. If you intend to bid for the elixir, why not wait for the next round? Publicly slighting Brother Duan like this is quite abrupt!"

Upon hearing this, Lii Xiaolan's pretty face showed a determined expression. She directly stood up and cupped her hands toward Spiritual Crane Fairy Qu Qiao'Er.

"Master Qu, if it were any other matter, as long as you gave an order, I, Xiaolan, would naturally comply without daring to object in the slightest!

However, the current matter is different. This isn't about me, nor is it about you, Master Qu. It concerns the crucial interests of our entire Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect; it's about our Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's reputation!"

Hearing this, Spiritual Crane Fairy Qu Qiao'Er fell silent.

Lii Xiaolan then raised her chin, gave Lin Xuankong a glance, and continued in a crisp voice,

"Master Qu, let me ask you: isn't our Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's auction a free-bidding event?

Does it mean that someone can set the price as they wish just because they are stronger, of higher seniority, or have a more ruthless style?

If that's the case, then why hold an auction at all? Why gather so many cultivators to bid?

If this continues, our Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's auction business will decline. Eventually, no cultivator will want to place their treasures for auction here, nor will others come to bid! This is a grave matter, so I had to bid!"

Lin Xuankong, listening nearby, was inwardly amazed. Wow, my little wife's arguments are getting more and more compelling! Even though it was because she was annoyed with that Flaming Blade Duan River and wanted her elixirs to fetch a higher price, she actually managed to frame it as a major issue concerning the sect's interests! Hmm, truly worthy of being the primary wife among my ladies; this sharp-tongued display is simply too brilliant!

At this moment, not only Lin Xuankong was amazed, but Qu Qingfeng and Qu Qingling were also looking at Lii Xiaolan with astonishment, giving their junior sister a big thumbs-up in their minds. The two of them had just been thoroughly disgusted by the behavior of Flaming Blade Duan River and Chang Li, so how could they not be overjoyed now!

The Second Prince of the Xianluo Dynasty, Chang Li, after hearing Lii Xiaolan's words, frowned deeply, his face turning grim, yet he was utterly speechless!

As for Flaming Blade Duan River, who had been laughing heartily just moments ago, his face was now ashen. His eyes burned with anger as he stared fixedly at Lii Xiaolan. The key point was that they were currently in the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's Immortal City, and he knew she was a disciple of the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect. If not for this, he probably would have already struck Lii Xiaolan with a Flame Saber!

I, Flaming Blade Duan River, have rampaged through the Western Region of the Central Divine Dynasty! Apart from a few old seniors, who dares not give me face? Damn it! Today, I've been continuously defied by two female cultivators! Do they really not know what it means to court death?!

Just as this thought crossed his mind, Lii Xiaolan suddenly spoke out to the crowd:

"Fellow Daoist friends, my raising the price is merely to uphold the free bidding rules of the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's auction. It is not an attempt to use my status as a disciple of the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect to forcibly suppress the price!

Now, if anyone wishes to compete with me, feel free to bid!

Rest assured, fellow Daoists, this is the territory of our Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect. This is our Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect's auction. Whoever comes here must abide by the rules of the Spiritual Crane Immortal Sect!"

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