Chapter 2108

The quotas for Thunder Mountain were auctioned off in groups of 10, interspersed with other items.

The price for each group of Thunder Mountain quotas did not vary much, hovering generally between 300 and 350.

Lin Moyu noticed that most of the quotas were purchased by those in the second-floor private rooms.

These individuals had families or sects backing them, and these quotas were very useful to them.

Watching item after item being brought onto the auction stage and then sold off, Lin Moyu did not place another bid.

These items might be of decent quality, but they failed to pique his interest.

Once all 300 Thunder Mountain quotas had been auctioned off, the auction neared its end.

Mist asked curiously, "Master, you don't fancy any of these good items?"

Lin Moyu shook his head lightly, "It's not that I don't fancy them; they're just useless to me."

"There are too many good things in this world, and not every one of them can be put to use by me."

Mist thought for a moment, "That's true. Given Master's ability, these treasures aren't of much use."

Lin Moyu smiled, "You understand again?"

Mist huffed, "Of course, Mist is very smart!"

Lu Jun's voice came from outside, "There are only five lots left in the auction, and these five are the grand finale items for this event."

"First, we will auction the first item: one quota for the core area of Thunder Mountain. The starting bid is 200 origin crystals, and each increment must be no less than 20 origin crystals."

"Let the bidding begin!"

"200!"

"230!"

"300!"

Finally, it was the turn of the Thunder Mountain core quotas. The bidding was incredibly intense from the start, pushing the price up rapidly until it exceeded 500 origin crystals in the blink of an eye.

500 high-quality third-tier origin crystals was a very high price.

If converted to ordinary first-tier origin crystals, that would be 500,000—an astronomical figure for ordinary cultivators.

Xiaoyue was also startled, "So the quotas for the core area are this expensive."

Mist also asked curiously, "Isn't it just a quota? Why is it so expensive!"

Lin Moyu smiled, "There are some special reasons for that. Cultivating in the core area of Thunder Mountain allows for a cultivation speed a hundred times faster than the outside world, and one can also obtain some additional benefits."

"Every faction tries to find ways to send their core disciples there to cultivate."

"Actually, the cultivation speed is secondary; what they really want to obtain is that additional benefit."

Mist's eyes lit up, "What kind of benefits?"

Lin Moyu smiled, "You'll know when Xiaoyue returns, and I'll tell you then."

Mist huffed, "Master, you shouldn't leave things half-said."

Lin Moyu explained, "It's not that I'm leaving it half-said; it's that the benefits each person receives are different. Some things must be obtained naturally and cannot be forced!"

"When Xiaoyue goes, there's no need to force anything; just focus on cultivation. Our goal is different from others; we aren't pursuing those things."

Xiaoyue nodded its big head, "Xiaoyue understands. Xiaoyue will work hard at cultivation."

There is an origin spirit vein inside Thunder Mountain, and the Power of Origin is incredibly strong, far exceeding the outside world.

Cultivating in the core area not only offers speed but also builds a very solid foundation.

As for those additional benefits, Lin Moyu did not force them; if they were there, fine, and if not, it didn't matter.

"Congratulations to the senior in private room No. 5 for winning this Thunder Mountain core quota!"

After rounds of bidding, the quota for the core area was finally sold for the high price of 1,200 origin crystals.

The person who bought it was none other than the individual in private room No. 5 who had previously bid against Lin Moyu.

This price was indeed very high; some families couldn't come up with that many origin crystals even if they went bankrupt.

Lu Jun was also very satisfied with this price, as could be clearly seen from her expression.

Since the start of the second half of the auction, she was clearly more excited than in the first half.

She began introducing the next item, "The next item to be auctioned is quite special. It is the remains of a second-tier origin spirit vein."

"I believe all you seniors are aware of the uses of origin spirit vein remains, but I will still provide a brief introduction."

"The remains of an origin spirit vein have a wide range of uses; they can be used in artifact refining, alchemy, or even to nourish other origin spirit veins."

As Lu Jun introduced the uses of the spirit vein remains, Lin Moyu recalled the specific information about origin spirit vein remains he had obtained from the Human Emperor.

Sometimes, an origin spirit vein will wither due to various reasons, eventually disappearing and leaving only its remains.

These remains still retain some of the original spirit vein's power and can be used like origin crystals for refining artifacts or alchemy.

At the same time, they can be used to nourish intact origin spirit veins to strengthen them.

However, doing so carries risks and requires attention to elemental attributes.

If done poorly, not only will it fail to strengthen the vein, but it could actually damage the existing origin spirit vein.

While the value of origin spirit vein remains is certainly not insignificant, it isn't exceptionally high either.

Especially this one currently being auctioned, which is only second-tier, making its value even lower.

After finishing her introduction, Lu Jun announced the starting bid, "The starting bid for the second-tier origin spirit vein remains is 200, with increments of no less than 20."

The auction began, but the venue remained silent; no one placed a bid, and even Lu Jun felt a bit awkward.

Low murmurs came from the floor, "It's a pity that these origin spirit vein remains are only second-tier."

"If it were third-tier, it would have some value, and if it were fourth-tier, many factions would make a move. But second-tier is just too low."

"What use is a second-tier origin spirit vein? Small families can't afford it, and large families don't want it."

"It won't fail to sell, will it? That would sound bad if word got out!"

"The Lufeng Chamber of Commerce rarely has items fail to sell. Any such instance would be a stain on their reputation!"

Lu Jun felt helpless; this item was not originally part of the auction.

Among the final five grand finale items, three were Thunder Mountain core quotas.

However, the Lei Family suddenly had one fewer core quota, and since they were short on time, they had to bite the bullet and bring out these origin spirit vein remains for auction.

The value of origin spirit vein remains can be high or low; the key is whether someone needs it.

Lin Moyu looked at the origin spirit vein and suddenly said to Mist, "Mist, check the luck of these spirit vein remains."

Mist hummed in acknowledgment, erupting with the aura of a Heavenly Venerate, and the invisible Great Dao of Luck immediately swirled around her.

The powerful aura of a Heavenly Venerate permeated the auction hall, drawing the attention of many.

"What are they doing?" "Are they about to make a move?"

"No, this aura is coming from the second floor. Someone might be casting a secret technique."

"Why cast a secret technique?" "This aura is strange—ethereal and intangible."

"This is the Power of Void. This is a genius who achieved the rank of Heavenly Venerate through the Power of Void."

Once these words were spoken, the entire crowd was in an uproar.

Achieving the rank of Heavenly Venerate through the Power of Void is completely different from being an ordinary Heavenly Venerate.

That is a true genius; as long as they survive, becoming a Dao Venerate in the future is almost a certainty.

Chairman Lu looked at private room No. 5. He knew Lin Moyu was inside.

"So Mr. Lin actually achieved the rank of Dao Venerate through the Power of Void. No wonder Miss Feng Yao gave him a high-level membership."

"Miss Feng Yao's judgment is truly impressive."

Mist's eyes shimmered with Mist as she stared at the origin spirit vein remains for a few seconds before retracting her gaze.

"The luck of this origin spirit vein is very strong!"

Chapter 2549: That's Good, Let's Have Some Fun!

Mist used the Great Dao of Luck and saw that the luck of these spirit vein remains was very strong.

Normally, for an origin spirit vein that has already withered and died, even if it had luck, it wouldn't be very strong.

Initially, Lin Moyu hadn't paid much attention, but just now he inadvertently sensed a trace of vitality within this origin spirit vein.

He then used the Eye of the Undead and saw a Soul Fire so weak it was almost imperceptible.

A living being had actually been conceived within the remains of the origin spirit vein.

Lin Moyu immediately thought of a possibility.

An origin spirit vein conceiving a life form.

The withering was just an appearance; in reality, this origin spirit vein had given birth to a trace of sentience and might be about to conceive a living being.

Once it fully matures and evolves, it could become an origin spirit vein with its own consciousness.

Possessing consciousness while being an origin spirit vein means its future growth potential would be limitless.

In the history of the Origin Continent, there have been origin spirit veins that possessed consciousness.

However, very few people know the specific details.

Even after asking over twenty Heavenly Venerates, the Human Emperor only knew that such things existed.

Just as Lu Jun was feeling incredibly awkward, fearing that this item would truly fail to sell and that her auction career was about to be stained, Lin Moyu's voice, like a heavenly sound, rang out.

A short bid, though merely the base price, was enough to make Lu Jun feel excited.

As if afraid Lin Moyu would change his mind, Lu Jun immediately responded, "The bidder in private room No. 11 offers 200. Is there anyone else who wants to raise the bid!"

The venue was deathly silent; no one raised the bid.

"Only a fool would raise the bid."

"What is the point of this person buying the spirit vein remains? Are they going to use it to nourish their own origin spirit vein?"

"A second-tier spirit vein is too weak; it won't nourish anything."

"Perhaps they have too much money and are just buying it for fun. After all, it is a rare item and can be kept as a collectible."

A group of people whispered to themselves, filled with a hint of mockery.

Most people thought Lin Moyu had money to burn, spending 200 high-quality third-tier origin crystals on a useless collectible.

After waiting for a moment, just as Lu Jun was about to announce the result, a low voice rang out, "220."

Lu Jun almost blurted out that Lin Moyu had won the item, but fortunately, she stopped herself in time and called out loudly, "The senior in private room No. 5 bids 220. Is there anyone else who wants to raise the bid?"

Lin Moyu was also surprised that someone was actually competing with him.

He looked in the direction of private room No. 5, but could not see the situation inside due to the formations.

However, he could sense that the other party seemed to be looking at him as well.

Lin Moyu tentatively raised the bid again, "240."

After waiting a few seconds, the person in private room No. 5 raised the bid again, pushing the price to 260.

Lin Moyu already knew the other party's intention. He sipped his tea slowly and shook his head lightly, "They're digging in their heels."

Mist also said, "Master, he is doing this on purpose."

Lin Moyu naturally understood the other party was doing it on purpose, specifically because of the Xuan Guang Gauntlets.

Regarding the Xuan Guang Gauntlets, he had aggressively raised the bid, directly crushing the other party.

The other party had been thinking about bidding for the Thunder Mountain core area quota at the time, so they hadn't contested it with him.

Now that the quota was in their hands, they naturally wouldn't let him off.

"Since that's the case, let's give him a surprise and see if you follow."