Gateway of Immortality-Chapter 326: The Sheepskin

Additionally, the spiritual wood Qin Sang acquired was mostly traded with other cultivators who lacked enough spirit stones to bid. They sold their wood on the spot to continue participating in the auction.

Combining the new spiritual wood with the Fallen Phoenix Vine and Ripplewood, his ebony sword would absorb these materials, though its strength still fell short of supporting a third killing symbol. Nevertheless, it ensured that his cultivation wouldn’t be hindered by the limitations of the ebony sword in the short term.

Satisfied with his acquisitions, Qin Sang watched the remainder of the auction as a spectator. The items being auctioned grew increasingly valuable, far beyond his means. He simply waited for the auction to end, planning to attend the secret market afterward before leaving Yinshan Stronghold.

The event grew more intense, the atmosphere electric.

As the auction neared its conclusion, the treasures on display became increasingly rare, sparking fierce competition. The fervor seemed ready to blow the roof off the hall. Among the treasures was a live egg of a demonic beast—a Cloud-Soaring Eagle.

The Cloud-Soaring Eagle was a formidable flying demonic beast with the power of the Demonic Spirit Realm upon reaching adulthood. There was even a small chance it could break through to greater heights.

Eggs of such beasts were incredibly rare and precious. Raising a Cloud-Soaring Eagle from birth ensured a loyal spirit beast, far more reliable than subduing an adult eagle by force.

The eagle’s exceptional speed and agility made it a swift and elusive presence. Its powerful body and razor-sharp talons rivaled the offensive capabilities of an artifact, making it an invaluable companion, whether as an ally in combat or as a mount.

Within Di Que's possessions, the insights of a Golden Core cultivator from the Yuling Sect included methods to rear a Cloud-Soaring Eagle. If nurtured properly, the eagle could potentially surpass the late stage of the Demonic Spirit Realm, equating to the strength of a late-stage Foundation Building cultivator.

Seeing the eagle’s egg stirred Qin Sang’s heart. However, after placing two bids, the fierce competition forced him to withdraw. Unless he offered his Blood Dripping Ghost Mushroom, he simply lacked enough spirit stones.

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It was an easy decision to forgo the egg.

First, the growth cycle of a Cloud-Soaring Eagle was lengthy, and raising one demanded immense effort, which would inevitably interfere with his cultivation. He had neither the time nor the energy to dedicate to its upbringing.

By the time the eagle reached maturity, Qin Sang might have already reached the Golden Core Realm, rendering the eagle’s combat strength insignificant.

Second, Qin Sang’s ability to refine malevolent corpses provided him with capable assistants, reducing his dependence on spirit beasts.

Even so, Qin Sang couldn’t help feeling a tinge of regret.

Such is the grandeur of immortality.

I have already realized my dream of flying with a sword, yet when will I achieve the carefree joy of riding a crane to the southern rivers?

After the Cloud-Soaring Eagle's egg, a series of precious pills, three talisman astras, and two sets of forbidden artifacts appeared in succession, pushing the auction to its climax.

Finally, a set of forty-nine array flags, capable of forming a protective array for a sect’s mountain gate, was presented as the grand finale. This treasure was auctioned off at an astonishing price by a certain Daoist Master. However, after that, the young woman did not emerge from the darkness again.

Just as everyone thought the auction was coming to an end and were still somewhat reluctant for it to conclude, Gao Yi stepped forward with a smile and said in a loud voice, "Thank you all, fellow Daoists, for your enthusiastic participation. With your support, this auction has been a great success, and I have fulfilled the trust placed in me by the city lord. However, I ask everyone to remain for a moment longer, as there is one more item to be auctioned. Originally, the Golden Water Array was to be the final lot, but a senior cultivator of the Core Formation Realm, upon hearing about the event, was inspired to contribute an item to the excitement. Whether or not you can seize this opportunity to obtain it will depend on your abilities!"

As countless eyes filled with surprise, Gao Yi turned respectfully towards the darkness, cupping his hands and saying in a reverent tone, "Senior, please hand over the treasure."

As soon as Gao Yi finished speaking, a low hum echoed through the hall, and the crowd erupted in astonishment.

It was said that after the auction on the stone island, Yinshan Stronghold would hold a specialized auction exclusively for Core Formation Realm cultivators. This auction was quite famous in the Small Cold Domain and was rumored to have countless rare treasures with many legendary stories surrounding it.

Why would this Core Formation Realm cultivator choose not to participate in that prestigious event and instead join in here?

One had to admit that even the strongest Foundation Building cultivators at the Fake Core Realm could not bridge the chasm between themselves and Core Formation Realm cultivators. No matter how powerful Gao Yi was, he could only address himself as a junior before such an expert.

Unless under special circumstances, the disparity in strength directly determined one's wealth and status. Even the finest treasures found in this auction would struggle to fetch a price satisfactory to a Core Formation Realm cultivator.

However, after their initial doubts, the crowd grew even more excited!

An item offered by a Core Formation Realm cultivator and treated with such caution by Gao Yi was surely no ordinary treasure.

Gao Yi bowed and waited quietly. Moments later, a fluctuation emerged from the darkness, and a wooden box slowly floated out.

Gao Yi carefully received the wooden box, scanning the eager faces in the audience. Under countless expectant gazes, he gently opened the box and tilted it slightly to reveal the treasure inside.

To everyone's surprise, the contents of the box were neither powerful artifacts nor rare pills. Instead, it held a single, unremarkable object.

A piece of sheepskin!

The sheepskin emitted no aura of treasure nor bore any inscriptions; it appeared extremely ordinary.

Qin Sang, who had been watching the auction with casual interest, suddenly felt his heart skip a beat upon seeing the sheepskin. His pupils slightly contracted beneath his mask, and he unconsciously straightened his posture.

This piece of sheepskin looked strikingly similar to the one he had taken from the black-robed demonic cultivator by the Chenshui River!