Chapter 1032: Chapter 1032: Things Got Out of Hand! Chapter 1032: Chapter 1032: Things Got Out of Hand! In fact, no one was a fool when Huang Xiaolong asked about the value of his medicinal pill compared with Young Master Chang’s three sword techniques, which was higher and which was lower, better or worse…
Everyone in the room had clearly heard every word previously said by Mr. Dongfang.

Altogether, including installments, Mr. Dongfang had agreed to pay four hundred top-grade spirit stones for Huang Xiaolong’s medicinal pill, along with some additional generous terms.

Meanwhile, Young Master Chang’s three sword techniques had long been appraised at one hundred top-grade spirit stones.

The comparison was immediately clear!

Before Mr. Dongfang had even spoken, Young Master Chang’s face turned extremely ugly, his corners of the mouth twitching, and his eyes filled with bloodshot veins.

“Little brother, the value of your medicinal pill is far greater than those three sword techniques. The difference between their values is like that between heaven and earth,” Mr. Dongfang declared in a fair-minded tone.

Everyone in the hall fell silent.

This bet had been lost by Young Master Chang, lost utterly and completely.

Everyone trusted in Mr. Dongfang’s impartiality; his reputation was impeccable in the world of overseas cultivators, and he never engaged in favoritism or malpractice, deliberately skewing his judgment for anyone.

However, everyone was wracking their brains, unable to comprehend why a seemingly ordinary medicinal pill could be valued more highly than three powerful sword techniques.

Where was the justice in that?!

“Hehe, you lost. Now kneel down and kowtow,” Huang Xiaolong teased Young Master Chang with a smirk.

“No!!!!” Suddenly, Young Master Chang shrieked sharply, “Impossible! Impossible! How can a single medicinal pill be worth more than my three sword techniques? There must be some deceit involved!”

Hearing Young Master Chang’s hysterical scream, a shade of indignation flashed across Mr. Dongfang’s face. “What, are you questioning my integrity? Or perhaps, are you doubting my ability to assess treasures? Hehehe~~ Young man, you’re a disciple from the Kongtong Sect, right? Even the transcendent elders of your sect have never doubted me. And you? Hehe, do you really want to tarnish my reputation today?”

“Young Master Chang, mind your words!” Miss Zhan chastised, her aura slightly emanating with disapproval.

The two old servants behind Young Master Chang also hurriedly whispered a caution. “Young Master, you can’t talk recklessly like that.”

“No, no, Mr. Dongfang, I’m not doubting you. But I cannot accept this! Mr. Dongfang, please reveal the value of this medicinal pill so I can judge for myself… Just like this, I truly can’t bear it!” Young Master Chang roared lowly.

Not only Young Master Chang, but everyone present was utterly perplexed and all cast curious glances toward Mr. Dongfang, hoping he could clear up the confusion.

“Alright~~” Mr. Dongfang nodded and, somewhat reluctantly, handed the medicinal pill back to Huang Xiaolong.

This caused Huang Xiaolong to develop some respect for Mr. Dongfang.

After all, Mr. Dongfang already knew the effects of this not-dying medicinal pill; despite his old age and need for prolonging his life, he could have simply swallowed the pill first. Given Huang Xiaolong’s current status as an unknown loose cultivator and Mr. Dongfang’s stature and connections, who would care if he swallowed the not-dying medicine?

But he had not done so, which clearly showed his integrity was as clear as day, forthright and upright!

“Hehe~” Huang Xiaolong gripped the not-dying medicinal pill and nodded his thanks to Mr. Dongfang.

Mr. Dongfang was about to speak but seemed to suddenly recall something. He smiled at Huang Xiaolong and whispered. “Young brother, do you really want me to disclose the mystery of this medicine in public? Young man, you are naive and unaware of the dangers in the world of cultivators. This medicine is a supreme treasure, which might incite a fierce scramble, and in the face of immense benefits, all rules can be crushed by the powerful.”

The six loose cultivators who accompanied Huang Xiaolong all nodded in agreement, knowing well the law of the jungle in the overseas cultivators’ world.

Actually, Huang Xiaolong found himself in an awkward situation now.

Either he could simply sell the medicinal pill to Mr. Dongfang and wash his hands of the matter,
or insist that Mr. Dongfang disclose the extraordinary aspect of the medicine; but doing so might expose him to overt robberies or even losing his life.

“Mr. Dongfang, please speak. This competition must also convince the younger generation wholeheartedly,” Young Master Chang said, clearly understanding the key point. He gave Huang Xiaolong a sinister glance and stirred up the crowd.

“Heh, Mr. Dongfang, feel free to speak. Don’t worry about me,” Huang Xiaolong responded with nonchalance.

“Well, alright then.” Mr. Dongfang respected Huang Xiaolong’s wishes and spoke aloud, “Ladies and gentlemen, this medicine. I once had the fortune to see one during a major identification conference many years ago. At that time, a mysterious cultivator surnamed ‘Xu’ put it up for sale. Therefore, I am not unfamiliar with this medicine.”

Huang Xiaolong’s mind stirred. ‘Oh, so Mr. Dongfang is talking about Xu Fu… It turns out, this guy had already brought the immortal medicine to trade in the overseas cultivators’ world.’
“This medicine does not contain much Spiritual Energy, nor does it have strong Mana fluctuations. This medicine is called — the Immortal Medicine!” Mr. Dongfang’s eyes shone brilliantly. “What is Immortal Medicine? As the name implies, those who consume this medicine achieve immortality! In the world of cultivators, what pill is most precious? The answer is simple — any pill that can extend one’s lifespan! Many years ago, here in Guan Shan Island’s market, a Yin Yang Longevity Pill that could add 200 years to one’s life was sold for the high price of 80 top-grade Spirit Stones. Extending life by 200 years, worth 80 top-grade Spirit Stones. So, what is immortality worth?”

“Eternal life is the ultimate goal for us cultivators! Lifespan, something valued by the common folk, is even more valued by us cultivators. Although our lifespans are many times that of ordinary humans, the time we spend in cultivation is far too long. Only upon reaching the Transcendent Realm, does one obtain a relatively longer lifespan. However, the Transcendent Realm requires one to undergo tribulation; failing to transcend means eternal doom, immediate death. Stepping into the Law Manifestation Realm truly means transcending life and death. Yet of the many cultivators, how many can reach this state? Mana Realm cultivators will die, Divine Skills Realm cultivators also cannot withstand the erosion of time. Moreover, lifespan is too important for us cultivators; having a longer lifespan means constantly striving for higher realms without worrying about dying during the process, regretting an old death.”

Mr. Dongfang’s words were like the beating of drums at dawn and dusk, striking everyone’s ears.

In the hall, the cultivators showed various expressions — some were horrified, some were filled with greed, some were confused, some displayed a murderous aura, some were ferocious…

The atmosphere became subtly delicate.

“However, this Immortal Medicine has two drawbacks. Because of these, the medicine is not considered a priceless treasure. These two drawbacks, if not perfectly resolved, leave the medicine with severe flaws. But it would still be highly coveted by us cultivators,” Mr. Dongfang revealed without the slightest concealment.

Huang Xiaolong naturally knew the two major drawbacks of the Immortal Medicine.

1, After consuming the Immortal Medicine, one would periodically fall into a deep sleep, possibly awakening only after decades, or it could even take hundreds of years to awake. Even overseas cultivators likely cannot control this dormant state, and during this period, vital functions cease, preventing cultivation.

2, After consuming the Immortal Medicine, one would no longer possess the ability to reproduce.

At that moment, cultivators couldn’t help but surround Huang Xiaolong, quickly closing in to form an encircling trend.

“Don’t act recklessly!” Mr. Dongfang chastised somewhat helplessly.

Huang Xiaolong, however, looked entirely unconcerned.

Just then!

Whoosh~ whoosh~~ whoosh~~~
Brilliant lights, tearing through the void from unknown origins, descended directly into the auction hall —
“This Immortal Medicine, I claim it!” Among a radiance of golden sunlight, an old man dressed in a robe adorned with sun, moon, and stars walked out, his hair and beard all white but emanating a terrifyingly immense pressure, so oppressive that the restive cultivators in the hall recoiled in terror.

A mighty figure had arrived!

Huang Xiaolong’s eyes narrowed slightly, ‘Hmm, early stage of the Transcendent Realm. Not bad.’
“Hahaha~~ Good, good, not bad, another Immortal Medicine has appeared in the world of overseas cultivators. It belongs to no one but me.” Another robed old man stepped into the auction hall, his footsteps surging with dazzling light, dense runes swirling around.

Another early stage of the Transcendent Realm.

In an instant, quite a few early-stage Transcendent Realm powerhouses had reached the auction hall! Their life force flared like scorching suns.

“Ladies and gentlemen, this is Guan Shan Island, and you have no right to act recklessly here~~~” From deep within the island, inside a palace, an immensely deep voice rang out, filled with an unrivaled domineering aura.

It was the voice of Guan Shan Island’s Master!

‘Hehehe~~ Things are getting interesting~~’ Huang Xiaolong had an expression of someone enjoying the show.

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