Chapter 1504 - 1501: Aggressively Counter-Killing (Second Update)
Chapter 1504: Chapter 1501: Aggressively Counter-Killing (Second Update)
The venue suddenly quieted down, everyone looking at Xue An, eager to see the reaction of the white-clad youth.
At the same time, many people were pondering quietly.
On the surface, it seemed like the white-clad youth was at a disadvantage.
But just as Liang Ming said, although this Alchemy Armor is precious, it doesn’t mean much to an ordinary person.
Yet if one can gain the friendship of an Alchemist by withdrawing from the competition, that would be quite a worthwhile trade.
Moreover, Liang Ming arrogantly said at this moment, "And let me add, I am the only one in nearly a hundred years at the Tower of Truth to advance to Alchemist by the age of thirty,
and I am confident in advancing to Alchemy Master before forty!"
"So... I think you should consider it carefully, friend!"
These words were soft but had a hidden barb, flaunting his achievements overtly while subtly warning Xue An.
The implication was clear: urging Xue An to be sensible.
Xue An remained silent, only watching quietly, seemingly contemplating something.
Liu Jingyi sighed softly in her heart upon seeing this.
Although she was fierce, she knew someone like Liang Ming, an alchemist, was out of her and the entire Liu Family’s league.
Even this Mr. Xue, although a rampaging miscreant, would likely bow meekly, wouldn’t he!
But just as the smile on Liang Ming’s face was growing, and he was about to speak.
Xue An suddenly shook his head and chuckled softly, "Sorry, I don’t accept your conditions!"
Boom!
A low murmur rippled through the crowd.
Many people were astounded.
Especially Liu Jingyi, who lifted her head abruptly, thinking she had misheard.
Liang Ming’s face instantly turned gloomy, rubbing off his insidiousness as he said, "Friend, I think this condition is generous enough, so I hope you will consider it carefully before responding!"
"No need to consider!" Xue An waved his hand, saying lightly, "Because I have no interest whatsoever in your so-called friendship!"
"You..." Liang Ming’s expression changed drastically.
Xue An interrupted Liang Ming, continuing calmly: "Besides, I wonder how thick-skinned you must be to shamelessly flaunt yourself as a genius!"
"After all, to only become an Alchemist at thirty... if I were you, I’d have ended myself long ago, to save the embarrassment outside, don’t you agree?"
"Pfft!" Liu Jingyi couldn’t hold back and burst into laughter.
Although she quickly covered her mouth, the laughter in her eyes betrayed her.
This guy, how can he speak so venomously!
This is too harsh, isn’t it!
Indeed!
Liang Ming was nearly driven mad by Xue An’s words, shouting angrily, "You ignorant brat, you..."
Before he could finish.
Wen Jinkui said coldly, "Master Liang, I hope you can calm down, after all... this is an auction house!"
Upon hearing this, Liang Ming was startled and immediately calmed down.
He knew well the rules of the auction house.
No matter who you are or what enmity you have, fighting at the auction house is not allowed, or you will pay a heavy price.
Some strong ones doubted this principle, and now their skeletons are rusting.
Thus, he immediately suppressed his inner fury, glared venomously at Xue An, then turned to Wen Jinkui and took a deep breath, clasping his hand.
"Mr. Wen, my apologies for my impulsive behavior!"
Wen Jinkui nodded noncommittally.
Although his power was not high, he usually respected Alchemists like Liang Ming.
But that didn’t mean he allowed Liang Ming to violate auction house rules.
Especially now, even though Liang Ming apologized to him, he simply accepted it calmly.
Because at this moment, he represented the dignity of the entire auction alliance.
"So, does Master Liang wish to continue bidding?" Wen Jinkui resumed his calm, speaking in an official manner.
Liang Ming’s face showed a hint of pain, but when he saw the floating, shimmering armor, he couldn’t help biting his teeth, then nodding.
"Of course, I want to bid!"
Saying so, he carefully opened a wristband he wore.
With a subtle sound, the wristband swiftly disassembled, transforming into a palm-sized, exquisite small box.
The pain on Liang Ming’s face was almost overflowing, but he endured and opened the box, taking out two black crystals exuding a timeless aura.
"These two crystals contain the complete formula for forging two types of metals, relics from ancient times, and I use them to bid now!"
Metal formulas...
The crowd was speechless.
Because such things only existed in legends, this was the first time people had seen the actual item.
And the value of these far exceeds ordinary Alchemy Artifacts.
After all... being able to manufacture Alchemy Artifacts versus owning Alchemy Artifacts are two different matters!
Even Wen Jinkui raised his eyebrows slightly upon seeing these two items.
Because he knew Liang Ming was evidently serious now!
So when he took these two black crystals, checked them thoroughly, and confirmed their authenticity, he turned to Xue An.
"Sir, now Master Liang has bid once more, and the combined value of what he offered clearly exceeds what you provided, so do you wish to continue bidding?"
"If you don’t bid, then it counts as withdrawing, and the item will belong to Master Liang!"
The eyes of the entire hall instantly focused on Xue An.
Liu Jingyi shook her head secretly!
In her view, Xue An managing to pull out such a treasure earlier was already a fluke.
Facing the aggressive Liang Ming now, how could he continue bidding?
Better to give up here!
Pity that he should not have refused Liang Ming earlier!
This was the thought shared by many at this moment.
Liang Ming saw this, revealing a hint of a sneer, thinking in his heart, you want to fight me? You are still too green!
Moreover, after this auction, I’ll teach you a lesson!
But just when Liang Ming was smug, believing he held a sure win.
Xue An suddenly showed his white teeth, his eyes slightly narrowed, smiling happily, "Bid? Of course, I want to bid! Otherwise, wouldn’t this game be boring?"
Wen Jinkui was slightly taken aback, then nodded, "Alright, then sir, please..."
Before he could finish, he was stunned.
Not only him, but everyone’s eyes in the hall suddenly widened like brass bells, staring dumbfounded at the scene before them.
It showed around Xue An, airflow disturbed, brilliance flickered.
Then saw extremely intricate and complex mystic symbols emerge one after another.
In an instant.
A multitude of Talisman Scrolls appeared around Xue An.
Amidst these dazzling symbols, Xue An stood proudly, speaking calmly, "Choose for yourself, these... are all my bids!"