Chapter 79: The Second Auction Item: The Golden Card
Jiang Li did not allow the tense and subtle atmosphere to linger for too long.
He raised his hand, and a translucent crystal pillar slowly rose from the center of the auction stage, resembling a giant ice sculpture, radiating a mysterious and enchanting glow.
At the top of the pillar floated a golden card, thin as a cicada's wing. Under the light, the surface shimmered with star-like patterns, as if containing endless mysteries.
It resembled the twinkling stars in the night sky, drawing people in, making them want to get closer and explore further.
Faintly, the sound of a tidal wave of soul power could be heard, like the sound of waves crashing on the shore, causing a tremor in the hearts of those who listened.
The crowd's attention was immediately drawn to the mysterious golden card, and their faces were filled with confusion.
"Is this the second auction item?"
"It seems so…"
They whispered among themselves, speculating about the origins and uses of the card.
A mysterious and tense atmosphere spread throughout the auction hall, like the calm before a storm, filling everyone with a sense of both unease and anticipation.
"This golden card is the second auction item in this event. It is called the: Soul Ring Age Enhancement Card."
Jiang Li's voice sounded again, steady and powerful, like the ringing of a bell, shaking everyone's hearts, instantly capturing their full attention.
"Soul Ring Age Enhancement Card? Does it enhance the age of a Soul Master's soul ring?"
A Soul Master muttered to himself in disbelief.
Based on its name, it was easy to infer the specific function of the card.
However, this revelation was still shocking to everyone.
For them, the age of a Soul Master's soul ring was determined the moment they absorbed it, like a chain of fate that could not be altered.
Currently, there was no known method on Douluo Continent to increase the age of a soul ring.
Therefore, when this auction item was revealed, the crowd was immediately in an uproar, as if a giant stone had been thrown into a calm lake, stirring up endless waves.
"Could it be that behind the Star Auction Pavilion really stands a divine-level powerhouse, someone capable of enhancing the age of soul rings? This can only be done by divine power."
In the direction of Shrek Academy, Elder Mu and Elder Xuan exchanged a glance, their faces showing shock.
From the academy's ancient records, they had learned that, thousands of years ago, the ancestors of Tang San and others increased the age of their soul rings by participating in the Sea God Trial, significantly enhancing their soul ring years.
And now, the Star Auction Pavilion had brought out this card, which, if not mistaken, would also be able to increase the age of soul rings.
What difference was there between this method and divine power?
This was what shocked Elder Mu and Elder Xuan. It seemed their earlier guesses might indeed be true.
The Star Auction Pavilion was truly extraordinary, hiding endless secrets and immense power behind it.
"I believe that based on the name of this golden card, you should already be able to guess its specific function. As you thought, this card can enhance the age of a Soul Master's soul rings."
As soon as the words fell, Jiang Li gently tapped the card, and a phantom image suddenly unfolded, slowly appearing before the crowd like a scroll being unrolled.
In the image, the five soul rings of a Soul Master, originally yellow, yellow, purple, purple, black, gradually transformed under a golden light into purple, purple, black, black, and red!
All the Soul Masters in the room immediately stood up, their faces filled with astonishment and disbelief, as if they had witnessed a miracle.
Even Elder Mu, so surprised that he knocked over the teacup beside him, didn't notice the spilled tea, still immersed in the shocking image before him.
"This golden card contains the power of a 100,000-year soul ring."
Jiang Li's explanation rang out like thunder, echoing through the auction hall.
"It can elevate a single soul ring to 100,000 years, or it can distribute the 100,000 years of soul ring age across all of a Soul Master's soul rings."
"In other words, this Soul Ring Age Enhancement Card can increase the total age of all soul rings of a Soul Master by 100,000 years."
Jiang Li intentionally paused, sweeping his gaze over the crowd, letting the shock spread among everyone present.
For a moment, the entire auction hall erupted in discussions. Representatives from various factions shared their views on the Soul Ring Age Enhancement Card.
Du Busi's face showed an expression of greed, his eyes flashing with fiery light, like burning flames. His fists clenched tightly, making a cracking sound.
It was as if he had already envisioned himself with a powerful soul ring, an invincible posture.
"If you gave my ninth soul ring 100,000 years… hmph, even a Limit Douluo would not be able to compete!"
His voice was filled with ambition and desire, as if he wished to conquer the entire world.
Xu Jiawei furrowed his brow slightly, a look of thoughtfulness and plotting in his eyes, like a sly fox weighing the pros and cons.
He exchanged a glance with Duke Baihu Dai Hao beside him. Both saw the ambition in each other's eyes, as if silently communicating, planning how to use this card to enhance their own power.
Elder Xuan's voice trembled with excitement as he turned to look at Elder Mu, saying, "Elder Mu, this is like getting a 100,000-year soul ring for free!"
Elder Mu sighed lightly, his face showing concern. "The balance between Soul Beasts and humans is likely to be completely shattered..."
His voice was filled with worry, as if he could already see the wars and disasters of the future.
Seeing that the atmosphere was about right, Jiang Li slightly raised his hand, signaling for everyone to quiet down.
His voice rang out again, "I believe you now understand the specific function of the Soul Ring Age Enhancement Card. The auction will now officially begin, with a starting price of 10 million Gold Soul Coins, and each subsequent bid must be no less than 1 million Gold Soul Coins!"
As soon as his hammer struck, the bidding erupted like a tsunami.
"10 million Gold Soul Coins!"
At that moment, Elder Xuan from Shrek Academy placed his bid.
A 100,000-year soul ring, even for Shrek Academy, would not be easy to obtain.
Moreover, the value of a 100,000-year soul ring far exceeded anything that could be compared with Gold Soul Coins.
Therefore, this time, no matter what, they had to secure it. If Shrek Academy could possess a Title Douluo with a 100,000-year soul ring, they would undoubtedly be an incredibly powerful existence at the same rank.
Perhaps in the future, Shrek Academy would add another Limit Douluo, becoming a legend on the Douluo Continent.
"Yu Hao, what do you think is the origin of the Star Auction Pavilion? To be able to enhance soul ring ages, it's simply unbelievable!"
Wang Dong, sitting behind Elder Mu and the others, couldn't help but exclaim. However, Wang Dong's brow furrowed deeply, lost in thought.
He always felt that this power was very familiar, as if he had seen it before. The mysterious glow and powerful aura seemed to be awakening a memory deep within him.
Soon, Wang Dong pushed aside the chaotic thoughts in his mind.
"I hadn't expected that this power to enhance soul ring ages could only be done by a legendary god."
"Moreover, from all the items the Star Auction Pavilion has presented, I highly suspect that this force is not native to Douluo Continent. There may indeed be a true god-level powerhouse behind the Star Auction Pavilion."
Huo Yuhao's expression was incredibly serious as he looked toward Jiang Li at the auction stand.
The Star Auction Pavilion's methods were truly astonishing, beyond his imagination and understanding.
(END CHAPTER)
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