Enlightenment: Beginning as a Disposable Warrior-Chapter 115 - 103: Cold Iron Essence, Blood Saber Gao Ling

Chapter 115: Chapter 103: Cold Iron Essence, Blood Saber Gao Ling

On stage, Lian Ting was introducing Cold Iron Essence with delight.

"Cold Iron Essence?"

"The former head of Jin Hong Martial Arts Hall of Canghe County, Cold Blade Elder, wielded a long saber that intimidated the Three Counties, once slicing through Cang River Five Thieves single-handedly. Among these thieves, one was a top Seventh Grade, and two were Muscle-Enhancing Martial Artists. It’s said that his cold blade was forged from Cold Iron Essence."

"Indeed, weapons forged with Cold Iron Essence can cut through iron like mud!"

Compared to the previous Flame Ginseng and similar herbs, the Cold Iron Essence evidently attracted more admiration. Su Mu noticed many had clear physical reactions, each with fiery eyes on the stage.

To traverse Jianghu, a good weapon could significantly enhance one’s power, and the value of Grade-Entering Weapons is undoubtedly not below Seventh-Grade Martial Arts Secret Manuals.

"Cold Iron Essence, hmm?" 𝕗𝐫𝐞𝕖𝕨𝐞𝗯𝚗𝕠𝘃𝐞𝚕.𝐜𝗼𝚖

The spearhead forged personally by Su Mu was made of Cold Iron, and this Cold Iron Essence is the essence of Cold Iron, grading an entire level higher than Cold Iron, comparable to the Iron Essence used in forging Grade-Entering Treasure Artifacts by the County Magistrate this year, but more expensive due to its inherent chilling aura.

Immediately, Su Mu’s heart stirred; this Cold Iron Essence could be used to forge a Grade-Entering Great Spear.

"Starting bid for Cold Iron Essence is one thousand taels."

Lian Ting’s voice fell.

"One thousand five hundred taels!"

"One thousand eight hundred taels!"

"Two thousand taels!"

Bids came in successively, soon even from the separate VIP booths, starting at two thousand taels.

"Two thousand five hundred taels!"

Su Mu tried bidding a price, since encountering it, he must at least strive for it.

"Three thousand taels!"

Another bid came from a booth, leaving many in the hall sighing; they knew they could no longer participate.

Su Mu decisively withdrew from the competition for Cold Iron Essence; though he indeed had the ability to raise the bid, he was clear his money couldn’t secure it, and he needed the funds from selling Tendon Pill for cultivation.

Compared to tangible Martial Arts Cultivation, Su Mu favored the latter more; personal strength is fundamental!

"Four thousand taels!" A man in black attire wearing a Black Tiger Mask spoke lowly in the hall, "Ladies and gentlemen, I am Blood Saber Gao Ling from Changfeng County; kindly give me some face and grant this Cold Iron Essence to me."

"Blood Saber Gao Ling? The Silver Order Blade Catcher from Changfeng County, who has nearly killed a dozen Muscle-Enhancing outlaws!"

When Blood Saber Gao Ling’s name was announced, many on the scene showed a wary look. Blade Catchers are bloodthirsty individuals, and those earning a name among Blade Catchers are undoubtedly highly formidable.

Many guessed that Blood Saber Gao Ling’s Martial Arts and Saber Technique had reached a bottleneck; thus he turned to external aids, forging a Treasure Saber with Cold Iron Essence to enhance his power.

When Gao Ling spoke, bidding from the booths paused, obviously wary of him, unwilling to completely offend.

"Learned something... It can be used like this?"

Su Mu was surprised; today he witnessed firsthand the ability of gaining favor, considering whether he should announce the name Unparalleled Boxing and Stick Skills Li Feiyu for what he desired.

Yet soon there was someone who didn’t give Gao Ling face; a faint voice came from the fifth VIP booth, "Blood Saber Gao Ling? Never heard of it, five thousand taels!"

Gao Ling turned to glance at the fifth booth, said grimly, "Five thousand five hundred taels."

"Seven thousand taels!"

Gao Ling bid only five hundred taels more, clearly reaching financial limits, but the booth quickly raised one thousand five hundred taels without consideration of face.

"You are generous to spend money, extravagant!" Gao Ling’s face under the Black Tiger Mask turned thoroughly grim, a fierce gleam flashing in his eyes, then said nothing more, not competing further.

"Congratulations to the esteemed guest in the fifth booth for acquiring this Cold Iron Essence."

Lian Ting immediately announced with a smiling face, then an auction house maid carrying silver notes walked out. After clearing the funds, one hand exchanged money, the other handed goods, carrying the Cold Iron Essence into the booth.

Possessing keen senses, Su Mu discerned a murderous aura from the silent Blood Saber Gao Ling, noticing the fierce gleams hidden in his exposed eyes. Gao Ling undoubtedly harbored murderous intent, likely planning action after the auction.

"Seems face may not always be useful."

Su Mu silently mused, having gained a lot from this auction, planning to just watch attentively from now.

After Cold Iron Essence came several secret manuals, but regrettably, they were only of Eighth Grade, and all types of Saber Technique or Swordsmanship. If they were Lightweight Skill, Fist Technique, or Cross-Training Martial Arts, Su Mu would show interest.

Otherwise, he wouldn’t spend thousands to acquire other martial arts. Subsequently, some formulas appeared, but not even Muscle Strengthening, much less Bone Forging Formula.

Time passed swiftly, and unknowingly it was 3 p.m.; this auction was quietly nearing its end.

"This auction ends here, I thank all esteemed guests for attending; we at White Jade Commerce Association have prepared a lavish feast; if guests aren’t in a hurry, kindly stay for a gathering."

On the high platform, Lian Ting bowed gracefully, her gown sliding off the sly shoulders slightly, revealing a captivating enticing snow-white, paired with feigned innocence, adding purity to her charm.

"Miss Lian, this young master is free today; let’s have a good gathering."

After the auction, some stayed to dine, while others bade farewell and left.

Su Mu naturally wouldn’t stay for a meal; he had no leisure like these young masters, getting up to leave the commerce association.

Outside, the sky was unknowingly darkening, the lakeside setting gloomy in twilight, the winter wind swirling snow, Blood Saber Gao Ling standing alone in the cold, waiting for someone to appear.

"Looks like bloodshed is inevitable today."

Witnessing this, Su Mu suddenly understood what he saw in the hall wasn’t wrong, Gao Ling unwilling to let go, unable to swallow down his resentment.

Su Mu didn’t plan to watch this spectacle further; he disliked trouble, moreover he wasn’t determined to get the Cold Iron Essence; a purchase made could be let go, nothing to regret, without needing Cold Iron Essence to forge a Great Spear.

"The pharmacist’s needed herbs are obtained; this trip hasn’t been in vain, time to return."

Su Mu strode toward the South City Gate, intending to return to Qingyun City; yet three to five miles from Baihe Town, Su Mu’s face under the White Fox Mask revealed an unusual interest.

Despite buying some herbs others didn’t want, even without obtaining Cold Iron Essence, he was still targeted, now having the chance to verify this.

Behind him were five masked figures following unhurriedly.

Su Mu’s footsteps paused, stopped slowly, playfully pulling a Silver Order of the Blade from his lapel.

"I am Li Feiyu, what guidance do you have for me?"

"What? You’re that Unparalleled Boxing and Stick Skills Li Feiyu?!"

"Hero Li, a misunderstanding, it’s just a misunderstanding; we’ll leave now." Hearing the name Li Feiyu, the five’s complexion changed under the masks, swallowing secretively.

They hurriedly bowed to Su Mu, about to leave, when a cold snort was heard behind them.

"Hold on, you can leave... each of you leave behind three hundred taels."