Chapter 153: The Struggling Elder Xuan
"You should also know about the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda martial soul. This Seven-Colored Divine Staff, to some extent, shares a similar limitation with the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda. That is, a soul master can only attach up to seven soul rings to this martial soul."
Ling Yun answered directly after hearing the question raised by the crowd.
If this martial soul didn't have such a restriction, it wouldn't have been put up for auction.
"Even though it can only attach seven soul rings, it doesn't have much impact on you. This Seven-Colored Divine Staff can only serve as your second martial soul. Your primary martial soul will still be your main focus, so attaching a few soul rings won't affect you significantly."
Ling Yun continued to explain, trying to ease the concerns of the crowd.
"It's a pity. If it could attach nine soul rings, this Seven-Colored Divine Staff would definitely be the most powerful martial soul on the Douluo Continent."
On the side of Shrek Academy, Elder Xuan's breathing, which had been rapid, slightly stabilized at this moment.
His eyes were filled with conflict and struggle.
The Star Auction Hall had once again put up an elite martial soul for auction. Although its value was nowhere near that of the Extreme Fire martial soul from the first auction, this Seven-Colored Divine Staff was still an outstanding martial soul.
The treasures presented by the Star Auction Hall were like magnets, pulling him in and challenging his innermost thoughts.
Such a treasure was invaluable to Shrek Academy.
He really didn't want to miss it.
"Elder Xuan, this martial soul…"
Beside him, Yan Shaozhe spoke with a worried expression, his voice filled with helplessness.
The treasure was right in front of them, yet due to the current state of the academy, they couldn't compete fully for it, which was truly painful.
However, this situation wasn't something they could easily change.
Elder Mu's condition had worsened to the point of nearing death. If not treated immediately, he might not survive another month.
Therefore, they had decided to go all in, using most of their resources to ask the Star Auction Hall to help treat Elder Mu.
Elder Mu was now the backbone of Shrek Academy, holding immense importance within the academy, and they couldn't afford any accidents.
"We must secure it. As for the rest, no matter the cost, I'll ask the Star Auction Hall to treat Elder Mu."
A glint of determination flashed in Elder Xuan's eyes as he clenched his fist.
On one hand, there was the future genius of the academy; with this martial soul, they might nurture a powerhouse that could shock the continent.
On the other hand, there was Elder Mu, the pillar of Shrek Academy.
Neither could be missed.
He decided to risk it, looking for a way to solve both problems—not only asking the Star Auction Hall to treat Elder Mu but also securing this elite martial soul.
"Alright, Elder Xuan!"
Yan Shaozhe nodded after a moment of thought, remembering the words Elder Mu had said before his condition worsened. His eyes were filled with fighting spirit, preparing to compete with full force.
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"Sigh, I originally thought it was a martial soul that could attach nine soul rings. If it truly could, even though it's just a high-level martial soul, I would still go to any lengths to acquire it."
On the side of the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School, Ning Qitian looked at the martial soul with a trace of disappointment in his eyes.
Ever since the first auction, Ning Qitian had been hoping that the Star Auction Hall would once again present a martial soul for auction.
Today, his wish had been fulfilled, but this martial soul, just like the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Pagoda, had such a significant limitation.
Even if he successfully obtained this Seven-Colored Divine Staff martial soul and attached it to himself, he still wouldn't be able to break through to the Soul Douluo or Title Douluo level.
"Sect Leader, should we bid for this martial soul? Although it can only attach seven soul rings in the end, according to the Star Auction Hall's description, this martial soul can attack, defend, control, and assist, and it has incredible potential."
"If one of our disciples attaches it as their second martial soul, they will no longer be limited to just being an auxiliary-type soul master."
An elder beside Ning Qitian expressed his thoughts.
His voice was filled with anticipation. From any perspective, this martial soul was still very valuable to the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School.
"We must secure it. This kind of treasure cannot be missed."
Hearing the elder's words, Ning Qitian immediately agreed to bid.
Martial souls from the Star Auction Hall were rare and hard to come by. If they missed it this time, no one knew if such a martial soul would ever be auctioned again in the future.
Ning Qitian had another thought: The methods of the Star Auction Hall were extraordinary, and perhaps in the future, there would be a treasure capable of evolving a martial soul.
At that time, they might be able to evolve this Seven-Colored Divine Staff martial soul into a higher-level existence. Maybe by then, it could even attach nine soul rings.
No matter if such a situation would arise in the future, he decided to secure the Seven-Colored Divine Staff martial soul now as the safest option.
...
In a corner of the third floor on the other side, was the area where the Haotian Sect was located.
"I didn't expect the Star Auction Hall to be as impressive as Winter said. They can even auction martial souls. It's truly surprising,"
Niu Tian couldn't help but exclaim.
They had already arrived at the auction, but they weren't particularly interested in the first three items.
Previously, they had spent quite a bit of gold soul coins in the Star Treasury to strengthen the overall power of the Haotian Sect.
The two of them had come this time for the final grand auction item, hoping to seize such a treasure.
According to the information they had gathered, every finale item at a Star Auction was something extraordinary.
That was why they had saved up their gold soul coins, preparing to bid on the final grand auction item.
But now, the moment the fourth auction item, a top-tier martial soul, appeared,
They were both moved, wanting to act immediately.
Although it could only attach seven soul rings, if a soul master absorbed this Seven-Colored Divine Staff, they would, without a doubt, become a twin martial soul possessor.
The Haotian Hammer martial soul was already one of the continent's top-tier weapon martial souls, and with the addition of this Seven-Colored Divine Staff, it would certainly create a top-tier powerhouse.
Such a martial soul was incredibly tempting for them, as they were determined to restore the glory of the Haotian Sect.
"Should we make a move and secure it?"
"The competition for the final auction item is likely to be much more intense. It will definitely be fiercer than the competition for this martial soul."
Titan, who was standing beside him, looked serious as he slowly spoke to Niu Tian.
His heart was filled with worry. If they missed the next two auction items, they would return empty-handed.
They had missed the last auction, and now they had finally made it here. There was no way they could leave with nothing.
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