172: Chapter 172 The Elder Arrives in Person! ? Giving Gifts and Rewards?!

Jiang Yun's calm yet earth-shattering words

were like pouring a ladle of cold water into a boiling oil pot, instantly causing the entire fourth floor to erupt!

"He... what did he say? He doesn't want the five thousand spirit crystals? He wants to exchange for that broken Armguard?!"

A middle-aged Appraiser rubbed his ears, doubting whether he was hearing things.

"He's insane! Five thousand spirit crystals! That's enough to buy several decent Gold Rank treasures! He actually wants to exchange for an ancient scrap that's hopeless to repair?"

Another person beat his chest in frustration.

as if Jiang Yun were wasting his own money.

"Although... although from his analysis just now, this thing seems quite powerful, originally a Eclipsing Moon Rank treasure..."

a slightly more rational person said hesitantly.

"But he himself said that the core Formation is damaged by more than thirty-five percent, the energy runes are broken, and repairing it would absolutely cost a fortune! Probably not even a hundred thousand spirit crystals would cover it! This is simply a bottomless pit!"

"Exactly! With those five thousand spirit crystals, what couldn't he do? Why insist on filling this pit? This Master Dong Xuan... has he appraised his brains into foolishness?"

Someone sneered.

believing Jiang Yun had made an extremely unwise decision.

"How unwise!"

A mature and steady Appraiser shook his head repeatedly.

utterly dismayed.

"I think not necessarily! Perhaps he is a direct descendant of some Hidden Family with spirit crystal mines at home, who simply doesn't care about these five thousand spirit crystals! He just wants to indulge in nostalgia!"

Others began making malicious speculations.

their tones dripping with sourness... Inside the venue.

Steward Li was also thrown off by Jiang Yun's sudden request.

He looked at the tarnished silver Armguard in the display case, then at the storage ring containing five thousand spirit crystals in his hand, his Face filled with confusion and difficulty.

"Master Dong Xuan, you... are you certain?"

Steward Li couldn't help but advise.

"According to your appraisal, this item is severely damaged, and the cost of repair would likely far exceed its current value. These five thousand spirit crystals are tangible and real..."

He didn't finish his sentence.

but the meaning was clear.

You're taking a huge loss this time!

Upon hearing this.

Jiang Yun merely curled the corner of his mouth hidden beneath the mask into a faint, almost imperceptible arc.

Fools.

These people.

including this Steward Li.

only heard his description of the damage, but were completely unable to comprehend the true value of beast taming armor condensation, much less see through the nature of its flaw.

They were deceived by the superficial wear and cracks.

His explanation earlier.

deliberately concealed the most crucial point.

The Armguard's material itself is almost intact.

Its damage mainly refers to the core Hundred Rivers Convergence Formation falling into dormancy due to energy depletion and component loss—only the left arm component remains.

True repair does not require exorbitant Materials to mend it, but rather necessitates finding other components for assembly, or reactivating the Formation's meridians with pure and powerful energy.

The difficulty lies in the search and the energy level required, not in material consumption.

The value of a single component like this, especially one that allows a Gold Rank Beast Tamer to experience Eclipsing Moon Rank abilities in advance—how could it be measured by a mere five thousand spirit crystals?

If they truly understood its meaning.

once the news spread.

people would probably fight to the death for it even at fifty thousand, five hundred thousand, or even a million spirit crystals!

He naturally could not reveal these core secrets.

Faced with Steward Li's advice and the crowd's doubts, Jiang Yun simply gave a faint smile, his tone calm yet leaving no room for doubt.

"I appreciate Steward Li's kindness. Since this item was the subject of my Medium Grade assessment, it holds significant meaning for me, and I wish to keep it as a memento. For this, I believe giving up the spirit crystal reward is worthwhile."

"A memento? Just for a memento?"

"Insane! Truly insane!"

"Even if your family owns a mine, you shouldn't squander it like this!"

Hearing this reason, the onlookers found it even more unbelievable, directly calling Jiang Yun foolish. Some even wondered if he had poured all his intelligence points into Appraisal.

Steward Li opened his mouth, wanting to persuade him further, but seeing Jiang Yun's calm yet resolute gaze, he knew it was pointless.

His mind raced with thoughts.

Could he really be a descendant of a Hidden Family, out in the world, who simply doesn't care about five thousand spirit crystals?

He just wants a keepsake?

But!

Presenting a vault-stored item to an examinee, even if it's a damaged piece considered worthless, far exceeds the authority of a mere steward like him. It would require the approval of an Elder or even the President.

He showed a troubled expression.

and carefully worded his reply: "Master Dong Xuan, regarding your request... according to regulations, gifting a vault-stored item to an examinee requires the approval of an Elder or the President. I'm afraid I cannot decide this..."

However,

before he could finish,

a calm yet authoritative voice, carrying an undeniable sense of majesty, suddenly rang out from the entrance to the fourth floor.

"No need for that. This item can be given to Young Friend Dong Xuan. Moreover, the reward of five thousand spirit crystals for the assessment will also be granted as usual."

The sudden voice

made everyone freeze.

They all looked toward the source.

Standing at the entrance were two elderly men.

Their eyes held restrained brilliance, and their entire beings exuded an aura of profound depth and majestic authority.

They were none other than Grand Elder Moyuan and Second Elder Qing Xuan, who had arrived after hearing the news!

Seeing these two pillars of the Guild appear, Steward Li shuddered, his expression instantly shifting from troubled to one of utmost respect. He bowed deeply, his voice tinged with nervousness and awe.

"Greetings, Grand Elder! Second Elder!"

His mind was in turmoil, shocked that these two great figures had personally come!

And they so readily agreed to that unreasonable request!

Even adding extra rewards!

Inside and outside the venue,

all the Appraisers and spectators who recognized these two Elders held their breath, their Faces filled with reverence and astonishment.

"It's Elder Moyuan and Elder Qing Xuan of the Appraisers Guild!"

My goodness! These two esteemed individuals have been alerted!

They actually agreed? And even gave away spirit crystals for free?

This Dong Xuan... has incredible Face!

Jiang Yun's gaze also shifted slightly.

toward the two elderly men with unfathomable depths.

He could sense,

these two individuals,

whether in terms of Mental Energy or Beast Taming aura,

were far superior to Su Yuntian.

It even felt like facing a vast, starry sky.

The Appraisers Guild,

truly hides dragons and crouches tigers.

Grand Elder Moyuan swept his gaze calmly across the floor, finally resting on Jiang Yun. His gaze seemed to pierce through the mask, seeing the essence within.

He smiled faintly, his tone carrying praise.

"Young Friend Dong Xuan, no need to be surprised. Your earlier assessment, Elder Qing Xuan and I observed from outside. A score of one hundred fifty, with a transcendent cognitive evaluation, and supplementing and perfecting the appraisal—this is a significant achievement. This damaged item, along with the five thousand spirit crystals, is both your assessment reward and a token of our appreciation. We hope you will continue to have a good relationship with our Guild in the future."

Second Elder Qing Xuan also nodded slightly.

His gaze toward Jiang Yun was filled with appreciation and a hint of expectation.

At that moment, the entire venue fell silent.

Everyone understood.

the significance of the appearance and stance of these two Elders.

This was not merely agreeing to exchange the item; it was a public and high-level recognition!

The beast taming armor condensation that Master Zhang called scrap and everyone else doubted was now being personally handed to Jiang Yun by the Guild's highest authorities.

Moreover, the five thousand spirit crystals were still granted in full.

All those who had questioned Jiang Yun's choice and sneered at his foolishness were now speechless, their Faces burning with shame.

Seeing the two respected Elders treat Jiang Yun with such courtesy and then thinking about their own previous mockery, they wished they could sink into the ground.

Some of the more quick-witted individuals,

their gazes toward Jiang Yun had completely changed.

Filled with awe, reverence, and a trace of fervor.

He was not only a Prodigy in appraisal but also had the favor of the Guild's highest echelons!

His future was limitless!

They were already calculating how to approach this Rising Star of an Appraiser!