306: Bidding for the innate treasure Taichu Creation Pearl

Supreme Lord Laozi, Tongtian Jiaozhu, and Celestial Worthy of the Primordial Beginning did not return to their respective dojos, but instead went together to Supreme Lord Laozi's Eight Scenery Palace.

The three Sages sat together, their expressions solemn.

Supreme Lord Laozi was the first to speak: "Two virtuous younger brothers, the emergence of a connate treasure this time is indeed a rare opportunity. But if we, the Three Pure Ones, compete with each other, we might inadvertently benefit Sage Jieyin and Zhunti of the Western Religion, as well as Minghe of the Blood Sea."

Celestial Worthy of the Primordial Beginning nodded in agreement: "Elder brother is absolutely right. Although we, the Three Pure Ones, have separated, our brotherhood remains. If this connate treasure can be obtained by us, and then we discuss internally how to deal with it, it's always better than it falling into the hands of others."

Tongtian Jiaozhu slammed the table and stood up: "Good! As elder brother said, we will join forces to bid and secure this connate treasure first!"

The three looked at each other, their minds in sync, and finally unanimously agreed to this outcome.

On the other side, after Sage Jieyin and Zhunti Sage returned to Spirit Mountain, they also began to collect resources everywhere, thinking about what could be converted into coins of the great dao.

Zhunti Sage was full of worry: "Elder brother, that connate treasure is extremely important to our Western Religion, but our West is barren, and I'm afraid it will be difficult to compete with the several Sages in the East, especially the Three Pure Ones; they are very likely to join forces."

Sage Jieyin frowned, and after a moment of contemplation, said: "It seems that I, your elder brother, can only use the method from the last time I raised coins of the great dao to purchase Hongmeng Purple Energy."

Upon hearing this, Zhunti Sage's expression changed slightly, and he quickly advised: "Elder brother, although this method can raise a large amount of coins of the great dao, you severed your Sage body 9 times last time and haven't recovered even now, and it will be difficult to recover for a long time in the future. It might even affect your Sage Dao Fruit."

"However, that connate treasure is truly too important to our Western Religion. If we miss this opportunity, our Western Religion may never have a chance to rise again. So, let me, your younger brother, do it!"

Sage Jieyin looked at Zhunti Sage, wanting to dissuade him, but thinking of the importance of this connate treasure to their Western Religion and their Western Continent, his eyes were filled with unbearable pain and helplessness, and he finally sighed: "Alas, I can only trouble my younger brother."

Thus, every hundred years, Zhunti Sage would obliterate his own Sage body, his internal primordial spirit, and all restrictions, causing his body to fall and creating various heaven and earth anomalies.

Afterward, using the primordial spirit imprint entrusted to the Heavenly Dao, he would resurrect with the divine power of the Heavenly Dao, re-condensing and tempering his Sage body.

This was repeated 9 times in a row, and each fall and resurrection caused Zhunti Sage immense pain.

By the time it finally ended, the Sage body Zhunti Sage had condensed was as pale as paper, and his aura was extremely weak.

But he still held on, revealing a faint smile, and said to Sage Jieyin: "Elder brother, I have not failed my mission."

Sage Jieyin quickly stepped forward to support Zhunti Sage, his eyes full of heartache: "Younger brother, don't force yourself. You have suffered this time."

Subsequently, the two did not dare to delay and quickly rushed to the Holy City, sold the Sage body, and obtained a large sum of coins of the great dao.

...

A thousand years passed in a flash, and the auction reopened.

The venue was packed, and although many connate Great Powers knew they couldn't participate in the bidding, they didn't want to miss this peak auction among the Sages.

They had gathered early, excitedly discussing who would ultimately win this connate treasure.

"I think the Three Pure Ones have the greatest chance. They are allied, their strength is formidable, and they have many resources," said a Great Power of the demon race.

"Not necessarily. The Two Western Sages are determined to get this connate treasure, and they might have some tricks up their sleeves. Moreover, the Western Religion has developed rapidly in recent years and should not be underestimated," a Wuzu Great Shaman retorted.

"And there's Ancestor Minghe. He just became a Sage not long ago; perhaps he also wants to use this treasure to enhance his strength and consolidate his position," someone else offered a different opinion.

At the auction site, Yunxiao Immortal once again walked onto the high platform, placed the primordial creation pearl on the stage, cleared her throat, and said: "Fellow Great Powers, fellow Sages, the intermission is over. We will now bid for the connate treasure, the primordial creation pearl, with a starting price of 1 billion coins of the great dao. Please place your bids."

On the Three Pure Ones' side, Celestial Worthy of the Primordial Beginning was responsible for bidding. With a composed expression, he was the first to call out: "1.2 billion coins of the great dao!"

Sage Jieyin showed no weakness, immediately responding: "1.5 billion!"

Ancestor Minghe also didn't want to be left out, following with a bid: "1.6 billion!"

However, as the price continued to climb, it quickly exceeded his affordability.

Looking at the outrageous price, Ancestor Minghe felt a bitter pang in his heart. For the first time, he felt how truly poor he was, and in helplessness, he could only give up bidding.

On the floor, only the fierce competition between the Three Pure Ones and the Two Western Sages remained.

Celestial Worthy of the Primordial Beginning frowned slightly, and after a moment of thought, called out: "2.5 billion!"

Sage Jieyin gritted his teeth, a flicker of determination in his eyes: "3 billion!"

The price soared, with neither side giving way. Each increase in bid made the hearts of the Great Powers present leap into their throats.

Finally, Sage Jieyin, almost using all his strength, shouted: "4.8 billion!"

This price shocked even the Three Pure Ones. Celestial Worthy of the Primordial Beginning's eyes widened, looking at Sage Jieyin in disbelief: "How do these Two Western Sages have so many coins of the great dao? The West has always been barren; they usually can't even produce a decent spirit treasure, and now they actually..."

Tongtian Jiaozhu also looked surprised: "Hmph, it seems these Two Western Sages truly went all out for this connate treasure."

Yunxiao Immortal surveyed the entire hall, and seeing no one else bidding, she announced loudly: "4.8 billion once, 4.8 billion twice, 4.8 billion thrice, sold! This connate treasure, the primordial creation pearl, belongs to Sage Jieyin!"

Sage Jieyin let out a long breath, a relieved yet weary smile on his face. He carefully took the primordial creation pearl, as if holding the future of the Western Religion.

Zhunti Sage, though still pale and weak, also showed a satisfied smile.

And this fierce auction shook the entire Prehistoric world, and it also allowed everyone to witness the terrifying foundations of the Sages!

Yunxiao Immortal stood gracefully on the high platform with a slight smile, her voice clear and melodious, echoing throughout the venue: "Thus, this auction has come to a successful conclusion. Thank you all Great Powers and Sages for your strong support!"

Only then did the crowd below recover from the tense atmosphere of the fierce bidding.

Although many connate Great Powers did not win the treasures they desired, being able to witness this grand event, especially the fierce struggle between Sages for the connate treasure, they felt it was a worthwhile trip.

They conversed in low voices as they slowly left the venue.

A Daluo Golden Immortal of the demon race sighed: "This auction today truly opened my eyes. I never thought I'd see so many rare and exotic treasures, especially the bidding for that connate treasure; it was truly thrilling."

His companion beside him nodded in agreement: "Yes, the struggle of Sages is indeed extraordinary. It's just a pity that our strength and financial resources are limited, so we can only watch from the sidelines."

The Wuzu Great Shamans, however, looked serious, one of them whispering: "It seems we Wuzu still need to work hard to improve our strength, otherwise, in this Prehistoric world, facing such important treasures, we won't even have the qualifications to participate in the competition."

And the Sages also rose one by one, preparing to leave.

The Three Pure Ones' expressions were slightly solemn; their failure to win the connate treasure this time left them with some regret.

Tongtian Jiaozhu snorted: "Hmph, I didn't expect the Two Western Sages to be able to produce so many coins of the great dao; it truly exceeded our expectations."

Celestial Worthy of the Primordial Beginning frowned slightly: "Although we didn't succeed this time, we must not be discouraged. If such an opportunity arises again in the future, we must be fully prepared."

Supreme Lord Laozi, however, looked indifferent, nodding slightly: "Two virtuous younger brothers, there's no need to mind. Opportunities cannot be forced. We, the Three Pure Ones, have deep foundations, and other opportunities will naturally arise in the future."

With that, the Three Pure Ones transformed into three streams of light and headed towards the Prehistoric world.

On the Western Religion's side, Sage Jieyin tightly held the primordial creation pearl, his eyes filled with joy and satisfaction.

Zhunti Sage, though still pale and weak, could not hide the excitement in his eyes.

Sage Jieyin looked at Zhunti Sage, full of gratitude and heartache: "Younger brother, this time it was all thanks to you. If you hadn't sacrificed yourself, how could our Western Religion have obtained this treasure? After we return to Spirit Mountain, you must rest and recuperate well."

Zhunti Sage smiled weakly: "Elder brother, this is the opportunity for our Western Religion; everything is worth it. With this primordial creation pearl, our Western Religion will surely flourish."

After speaking, the two, accompanied by their disciples, shone with Buddhist light and returned to Spirit Mountain.

Ancestor Minghe's expression was complex. Looking at the retreating figures, he secretly pondered: "This auction truly opened my eyes. My foundation is still not enough compared to other Sages. It seems that in the future, I need to accumulate more and improve my strength and wealth."

Subsequently, he stepped on the Twelve Grade Karma Fire Red Lotus and disappeared above the Blood Sea, returning to the Netherworld Blood Sea.

Nuwa Sage and West Queen Mother exchanged a smile. Nuwa Sage said: "This auction was quite interesting."

West Queen Mother responded with a light laugh.

With that, the two, accompanied by their respective attendants, leisurely returned to their territories.

As the Great Powers and Sages left one after another, the Holy City auction venue gradually returned to calm.

However, the impact brought by this auction was like a giant stone thrown into water, creating ripples across all realms of the Prehistoric world, shaking the entire Prehistoric world.

At the same time, it made these Prehistoric Great Powers look forward even more to the next grand auction in the city.