Chapter 163: The Request of Elder Xuan
"We wish to discuss a transaction with your Star Auction Hall."
Di Tian and Elder Xuan spoke almost simultaneously, their voices colliding in the air.
The moment the words left their mouths, they exchanged a glance, both surprised and puzzled.
They both realized that the other, like themselves, had something they needed from the Star Auction Hall.
However, they were completely unaware of each other's request, and this complex emotion stirred within both of them.
"Alright, since you're looking to make a transaction, may I ask what corresponding price you can offer?"
Ling Yun was initially prepared to reject them.
Just then, she heard a voice from Jiang Li, transmitted through special means.
Her thoughts shifted immediately, and she changed her words, a glint of understanding flashing in her eyes.
"Rest assured, we can afford any price."
Di Tian and Elder Xuan's expressions became resolute, and they nodded slowly.
Their tone was full of confidence, as if no matter the price, it would not shake their determination.
"In that case, both of you send one representative to come with me."
Ling Yun said, then turned and walked upstairs toward the Star Auction Hall.
Her steps were steady and forceful, her robes trailing behind her like that of a leader guiding others to an unknown transaction.
Di Tian and Elder Xuan exchanged a glance before standing up and following Ling Yun.
The rest of the people remained quietly in place, their eyes filled with anticipation and worry, waiting for the responses of the two men.
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Passing through the lavishly decorated corridors, bypassing exquisite screens, Ling Yun led Di Tian and Elder Xuan to a secret room on the fourth floor.
The door to the room was tightly shut, with mysterious runes carved into it, emitting a faint glow that gave off an air of solemnity.
"You go in first, and wait for a moment," Ling Yun said to Elder Xuan, signaling Di Tian to wait outside.
Di Tian didn't say much. He simply stood silently, calmly observing ahead.
But inside, his mind churned with countless questions. He was very curious about why Shrek Academy sought the Star Auction Hall.
Moreover, he had keenly noticed that Elder Xuan's strength had broken through to the rank of a Limit Douluo.
In his perception, given Elder Xuan's previous talent and cultivation speed, it was impossible for him to reach such a realm so quickly.
A bold guess began to form in his mind: The predicament Shrek Academy was facing might very well be related to Mu En.
Perhaps Elder Xuan had come to ask the Star Auction Hall for help in saving Mu En.
Previously, when Mu En went to the Star Dou Forest, Di Tian had sensed that Mu En's body was like a candle in the wind, on the verge of burning out, unable to last much longer.
Thinking of this, Di Tian's expression became extremely complex.
If the Star Auction Hall truly intervened to save Mu En, it would undoubtedly be a huge problem for the Soul Beast Clan.
But now, in the Star Auction Hall, he could only suppress his worries.
He would wait quietly.
At that moment, Elder Xuan entered the room and saw a figure sitting on the chair.
The person appeared young, with delicate features and deep eyes that seemed to contain endless mysteries.
Elder Xuan was slightly startled and secretly amazed. "It's him! He's the master behind the Star Auction Hall? How can he be so young?"
In his mind, anyone who could manage such a huge and mysterious organization as the Star Auction Hall must have been an elderly person who had lived through many years.
But the young man in front of him appeared to be in his twenties, yet he exuded an indescribable aura.
What shocked Elder Xuan even more was that when he used his spiritual power to probe, he found a strange force surrounding the area where the young man sat.
No matter how he focused, he could not sense the man's presence, as though the person was not even in the room.
If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, Elder Xuan might have thought he was encountering something strange.
"What is it that you want from our Star Auction Hall? If you want us to help, you'll need to pay the corresponding price."
Jiang Li sat in his chair, his posture lazy but exuding the authority of someone in a superior position.
His voice was calm and indifferent, as though nothing in the world could stir his emotions.
Elder Xuan paused for a moment, then said firmly, "I believe your Star Auction Hall is powerful. I want to ask you to help heal our Shrek Academy's Limit Douluo, Mu En."
Upon hearing this answer, Jiang Li's lips curled into a slight smile, a look of understanding crossing his face.
As expected, everything was just as he had guessed!
He even had a bold thought in his mind: Elder Xuan's breakthrough might also have been aided by Mu En using some special means.
With Elder Xuan's talent and cultivation speed, it was impossible for him to break through to the Limit Douluo rank so quickly.
Moreover, he also realized that Mu En had not attended the auction, possibly because he had helped Elder Xuan break through, which had caused damage to his own foundation.
No wonder Shrek Academy was so anxious to ask the Star Auction Hall for help.
"Do you know if your Star Auction Hall can heal Mu En's injuries? What price would need to be paid?"
Elder Xuan looked at Jiang Li's emotionless face, feeling a bit anxious.
After all, they were just hoping to try their luck.
Mu En's injuries were so severe!
Now, on the entire Douluo Continent, perhaps only this incredibly mysterious Star Auction Hall had the ability to heal him.
"Of course, here is the corresponding price. It depends on whether you can afford it."
Jiang Li said, and with a flick of his right hand, a dazzling light flashed as a list appeared in front of Elder Xuan.
The list outlined the massive resources required to treat Mu En, including vast amounts of gold soul coins, various rare treasures, and even precious soul bones.
Elder Xuan focused his gaze, his pupils narrowing slightly as he inhaled sharply.
The price was far too high!
If they were to offer these resources, Shrek Academy's development would absolutely stagnate and might even suffer irreparable damage.
But thinking of how important Mu En was to Shrek Academy, and how his injuries had worsened largely because he had helped Elder Xuan break through to the Limit Douluo rank,
Elder Xuan gritted his teeth and made up his mind.
As for the resources lost by the academy, he would find a way to make up for it later.
"Alright, we can afford this price. When will you be able to assist in healing Mu En?"
Elder Xuan's face was serious, his eyes filled with expectation.
"Three days from now, we will go to Shrek Academy to heal Mu En."
Jiang Li's smile grew as he heard Elder Xuan agree.
This transaction would undoubtedly bring a huge profit to the Star Auction Hall.
He knew that Shrek Academy was deeply established, and this was a perfect opportunity to make a huge gain.
"Thank you!"
Elder Xuan let out a long breath, feeling a weight lift from his chest, and he left the room slowly.
After seeing Elder Xuan's expression upon exiting, Di Tian had already guessed part of what had happened.
He took a deep breath and walked into the room.
"I wonder what transaction your Soul Beast Clan wishes to make with our Star Auction Hall?" Jiang Li asked with curiosity, his gaze probing.
He could guess the purpose of Elder Xuan's visit but was unsure of Di Tian's intentions.
Could it be related to soul spirits?
(END CHAPTER)
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