C23 Wang Fei's Treasure

The lump of mud might have appeared ordinary on the surface, with its pungent odor, but it was far from common. No amount of crystals could necessarily secure such an item!

This substance was known as Sarced Blood Earth, and true to its name, it wasn't just any soil, but a peculiar earth imbued with the blood of formidable beings!

When it comes to inscribing Talismans, besides the Talisman embryo and the Talisman Imprint, Beast Blood is crucial. As Xiao Yu once explained to Jiang Yuanhong, while Beast Blood can be substituted with other materials, ultimately, the blood of living beings must be incorporated.

Beast Blood is merely one type of the blood of living beings.

Sarced Blood Earth is this unique soil stained with the blood of the mighty. Some of this blood has undergone a transformation, retaining its vitality for countless years, making it still viable for Talisman inscription.

This particular batch of Sarced Blood Earth seems to have been around for many years, yet the blood it contains still holds vitality. While it's unclear to what extent the original donor of the blood had advanced, the enduring power of the blood is a testament to its immense strength.

For Xiao Yu, inscribing a Grade One Talisman is relatively easy given his current abilities. However, given his level, even he would find it nearly impossible to inscribe a Grade Two Talisman.

But with the acquisition of the Sarced Blood Earth, if he were to use it in place of the usual Beast Blood, the situation changes dramatically. Xiao Yu might very well be able to inscribe a Grade Two Talisman, and with a bit more cultivation, inscribing even higher-grade Talismans isn't out of the question.

How could such an extraordinary item be valued in mere crystals?

Strength is what he needs most at the moment. Being able to inscribe a Grade Two Talisman would mean possessing a significant measure of capability.

The initial offering of 10,000 crystals wasn't Xiao Yu trying to shortchange the young man, but rather a precaution to avoid inciting the greed of others, which could endanger the youth.

Despite Wang Fei reluctantly driving the price up to 100,000, for Xiao Yu, the investment was well worth it.

The Treasure-seizing Organization's event continued, yet after Xiao Yu's contribution of 100,000 crystals, the subsequent rounds paled in comparison, lacking the earlier fervor—until it was Xiao Yu's turn again.

"Finally, it's time for that Spirit-gathering Talisman. Nobody better compete with me; I'm determined to have it!"

"That Spirit-gathering Talisman is mine for the taking. No one will snatch it from me!"

Even before Xiao Yu could present the item, an eager crowd was already looking on with great anticipation.

Unruffled, Xiao Yu produced a Spirit-gathering Talisman, an indispensable item for his cultivation, of which he still had plenty.

"Thirty thousand crystals!"

"Forty thousand!"

"Fifty thousand!"

As soon as the Spirit-gathering Talisman appeared, the young men began to outbid each other.

Yet, for any individual to acquire Xiao Yu's Spirit-gathering Talisman was nearly impossible. They had tacitly agreed to pool their bids, partnering up to make a joint offer.

After all, the Spirit-gathering Talisman could be used for a month, meaning that even if three people shared the cost, each would have access to it for ten days. Though it was only ten days, the impact on their cultivation was as beneficial as three months!

Ultimately, Xiao Yu's Spirit-gathering Talisman was jointly purchased by three youths for seventy thousand crystals—a sum that was inconsequential to Xiao Yu at this point.

"Humph! It's just a Spirit-gathering Talisman," scoffed Wang Fei dismissively.

He and Lin Xuehan had refrained from bidding. Despite their interest in the talisman, their strained relationship with Xiao Yu made it awkward to openly compete.

"Just you wait. Those seventy thousand crystals are merely in your keeping for now. Whether you'll actually get to spend them remains to be seen," Wang Fei thought to himself with a cold laugh.

Following the sale of the Spirit-gathering Talisman, the excitement of the Treasure-seizing Organization's event waned considerably. Now, as the gathering neared its conclusion, only the treasures of Wang Fei and Ye Wenxuan remained unrevealed.

Impatient, and irked by the high demand for Xiao Yu's talismans, Wang Fei was eager to reveal his own prepared treasures. Seizing the moment before Ye Wenxuan, he produced a box.

As Wang Fei opened his box, a chorus of gasps erupted from the onlookers.

"Oh my god, that's a Beast Spirit Bead!"

"What's a Beast Spirit Bead?"

"Idiot, how do you not know what a Beast Spirit Bead is? Every Odd Beast harbors a Beast Element within, encapsulating the creature's entire essence and cultivation. The value of a Beast Element varies with the Odd Beast's grade, but the Beast Spirit Bead is unique. Not every Odd Beast possesses one; you might not find a single Beast Spirit Bead among a thousand Odd Beasts."

"I've heard that too. A Beast Spirit Bead is even more precious than a Beast Element. Even a Mortal Rank Odd Beast's Beast Spirit Bead is worth far more than a Spirit Rank Odd Beast's Beast Element."

The crowd was fixated on the contents of Wang Fei's box, unable to look away. Even Yan Ziyu, the intermediary, couldn't hide her astonishment.

Unlike the Beast Element, the Beast Spirit Bead is distinct. While the Beast Element is valuable, its essence isn't greatly beneficial to humans, given the differences between humans and Odd Beasts. It's typically used in medicine or for creating formations, limiting its value.

However, the Beast Spirit Bead represents a significant departure from the Beast Element. It is, in essence, a transformed Beast Element, having undergone a profound metamorphosis.

This transformation is extraordinary, turning the essence of the Beast Element into the purest form of primordial power.

This primordial power, akin to the forces of nature, can be absorbed and refined by all things. Once the Beast Element evolves into a Beast Spirit Bead, its power becomes directly assimilable by humans.

Securing a Beast Spirit Bead and harnessing its essence can not only tremendously enhance one's strength but also elevate one's innate talent. It's akin to adding the cultivation speed of an Odd Beast to one's own.

What's more, the impact is permanent, making the Beast Spirit Bead an incredibly rare and valuable treasure.

"Not bad, this truly is a Beast Spirit Bead." Wang Fei swelled with pride as he felt the astonished stares from the crowd around him.

Xiao Yu's Spirit-gathering Talisman, though valuable, was only effective for one month. In contrast, once the Beast Spirit Bead was refined, it could permanently accelerate one's cultivation speed. It was akin to a direct boost in one's innate talent for cultivation, making it even more valuable than Xiao Yu's talisman.

"Wang Fei, how about I trade my Dragon Blood Grass for your Beast Spirit Bead?" Ye Wenxuan was the first to propose a deal.

Despite their rivalry, Ye Wenxuan couldn't help but covet the Beast Spirit Bead at this moment.

"Heh, Dragon Blood Grass is indeed precious, but it hardly seems sufficient for my Beast Spirit Bead, wouldn't you agree?" Wang Fei sneered. He had previously been at a disadvantage against both Xiao Yu and Ye Wenxuan, but now he finally had the upper hand.

The Dragon Blood Grass's effects were similar to those of the Beast Spirit Stone, with the notable distinction that the grass purportedly contained a trace of genuine dragon blood, which could enhance one's physique. While it also had the potential to increase one's cultivation talent, the dragon blood within the grass was exceedingly scarce and difficult to fully absorb. Consequently, it didn't measure up to the value of the Beast Spirit Bead.

"I'll throw in an additional 30,000 crystals!" Ye Wenxuan declared through clenched teeth, well aware that the Dragon Blood Grass alone wouldn't suffice for the trade. However, with an extra 30,000 crystals, the offer was nearly compelling.

"30,000? That's somewhat lacking. Make it 50,000, and then we might have a deal," Wang Fei countered.