Chapter 1726
Chapter 1726 (Raw 1737):
Who is this person?
To think that this person's eyes were so sharp, able to make out the origins of the saber in Xiao Chen's hand.
"I am Jiang He. How may I address this brother?"
This azure-clad man dressed very neatly. When he smiled, he appeared very relaxed, making it hard for others to hate him.
"Xiao Chen. Might I ask Brother Jiang why you think that this cauldron is definitely worth it?" This was what Xiao Chen was rather concerned about. He indeed could not make out anything special about this Dragon Pattern Cauldron. The only clear point was that it came from the Dragon Race.
However, the materials of this cauldron were not at the peak and not very aged. How could this be worth it?
Jiang He casually patted this cauldron and smiled. "Like I said, it does not matter that the cauldron is ordinary. What's important is that the person who used it is extraordinary. Hence, this cauldron is extraordinary."
Then, Jiang He's gaze moved to Xiao Chen's saber before he continued, "It is just like your saber. It contains only one Dao—the rather common Thunder Dao, at that. However, because of the word 'Tyrant' on it and the legends of the many generations of hegemons, it turned from an Inferior Grade Dao Tool into a Superior Grade Dao Tool. Furthermore, it stands out from the crowd, much stronger than an ordinary Superior Grade Dao Tool."
Anticipation appeared in Xiao Chen's heart. "Then, who used this cauldron?"
Jiang He smiled mysteriously. "I can't tell you that. Even if I told you, you might not know. Do you know the young bladesman with the most potential in the Dragon Race?"
Xiao Chen shook his head. He had not been to the Central Great Realm, how could he know about the Dragon Race's matter?
"That bladesman is known as the Willow Leaf Saber in the Dragon Race. That person's Saber Techniques are very graceful and nimble like the wind. When the saber light shines, it is like the leaves of a weeping willow, gently scattered with the wind, filling the sky and flying about everywhere. Back then, when the Willow Leaf Saber practiced the Dragon Race's Cultivation Technique, that person used this cauldron."
Xiao Chen believed half of this, as he knew that many of the Dragon Race's Cultivation Techniques required a Dragon Pattern Cauldron to practice.
Aside from this, only the cultivators of the other races who cultivated Vital Qi would use a cauldron.
However, there were not many cultivators who cultivated the Vital Qi Dao. Hence, this ancient cauldron zone was so deserted.
Jiang He continued speaking, endlessly extolling this Dragon Pattern Cauldron. However, this made Xiao Chen feel closer to this person.
This was because Xiao Chen was a person of the Dragon Race. Although he had not been to the Dragon Race before, there was a yearning in his heart. When he saw that the Dragon Pattern Cauldron came from the Dragon Race, he already felt tempted even though its price was high.
On hearing another person praise the item that he was interested in, Xiao Chen inevitably would have a good impression of that person.
Of course, this all happened in Xiao Chen's heart. He would not show it on his face, especially not to a bladesman he did not know, who had taken the initiative to come over.
As the two chatted, they somehow overlooked the pretty maidservant at the side.
That pretty maidservant looked at Jiang He, frowning slightly, wanting to say something. However, she did not do so in the end.
Xiao Chen chatted happily with Jiang He, not noticing that tiny detail.
This Jiang He had a good understanding of cauldrons, giving a thorough introduction to all the cauldrons in this zone.
The many insights were a great and refreshing eye-opener for Xiao Chen.
For example, the differences between a square cauldron and a round cauldron, or a three-legged cauldron and a four-legged cauldron. Jiang He discussed the pros and cons of both. He also spoke about the value and condition of a cauldron and how to appraise them. As he spoke, he gave off the feeling of a true connoisseur.
Jiang He pointed to the cauldrons in this zone and said disdainfully, "If speaking of true ancient cauldrons, it definitely needs to have an inscription. Only then could it be considered precious. However, the cauldrons in this zone, even the oldest one, do not have any inscription. This proves that these are just ordinary cauldrons.
"Ancient things are good. However, the miscellaneous items of ancient times are still rubbish now. Cauldrons cannot be evaluated just by their age."
That maidservant interjected here. "No one would sell the kind of cauldron you speak of. Those cauldrons anchor a sect or are the treasure of a Noble Clan. The strength of the Dao contained in an inscription that could last until now without disappearing can be easily imagined. Who would be so foolish to sell something like that?"
Clearly, the maidservant was angered by Jiang He's words.
After all, no one would be happy to hear that the goods that their auction house sold were all trash.
Jiang He laughed loudly and said, "I'll stop here. Brother, you can judge for yourself. This was a nice chat. I hope that I will get to see you again in the future. Goodbye."
Jiang He casually performed a cupped-fist salute and left with large strides.
Xiao Chen looked around the ancient cauldron zone, and his gaze landed on the Dragon Pattern Cauldron. That's the one!
After all, this was a cauldron that came from the Dragon Race. It had one thousand years of history. It should be able to endure a Rank 1 Heavenly Flame, even if just barely.
When using this cauldron to cultivate the body tempering Cultivation Technique that the Blood-Soaked Dragon Emperor gave Xiao Chen, it would be even more compatible.
Furthermore, from the chat with Jiang He earlier, Xiao Chen gained a much deeper understanding of cauldrons, which firmed up his decision.
Four hours later, Xiao Chen saw Ling Yu arriving late on the first floor.
Clearly, his martial nephew still had not had enough and wanted to continue.
"There are really a lot of good things. After looking around, I found that my sword is not even worth mentioning." Ling Yu sighed, appearing somewhat dazzled. Dao Tools were not rare in this place.
There were two Dao Tools for auction at the moment. However, they were not Superior Grade, not even Medial Grade, but Inferior Grade.
Even so, those Dao Tools were very popular; many people went to see them and try them out. These people even praised them endlessly.
Xiao Chen smiled and said, "Found anything that interests you?"
"There are too many of them. However, the one that truly suits me is a pair of gloves. I wanted to auction the sword away; after all, I can't use it."
Xiao Chen waved his hand and said, "There's no need. That Ink Cloud Sword of yours can become a Dao Tool in ten years. Even if you don't use it, you can benefit a lot from it. If you do not have enough Spirit Jades, I'll just lend you some."
Ling Yu said a little awkwardly, "I'm always benefiting from Martial Uncle. This is too embarrassing."
Xiao Chen did not mind. "I am, after all, your martial uncle. Since Senior Brother left, I naturally will take care of you."
Xiao Chen went to the office that received items for auction. Then, he took out twenty-five kilograms of the highest-quality Life Juice Source and handed it to the pretty maidservant.
"The auction will take place three days later. Your Life Juice Source is considered a first-class auction item. The Soaring Dragon Pavilion will give you a VIP card for free. You can get a VIP room during the auction. Please keep it carefully."
Xiao Chen received the VIP card with no surprise.
The Life Juice Source was a wondrous item, and it was of the highest grade. It would be very popular.
The higher the bids, the larger the commission the Soaring Dragon Pavilion got. It was like giving them money. Naturally, they would not ill-treat their customers.
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The two stayed in the city, touring around for a while. Three days passed in the blink of an eye.
Xiao Chen arrived at the Soaring Dragon Pavilion on time. When they went in, the venue was distinctly different from their previous visit.
The auction items decorating the hall had all disappeared.
The brightly lit hall only had one tall platform. There were no chairs at all. It looked like the honored guests would be occupying booths on the other floors.
The arrangement was rather exquisite. With one glance, one would be able to clearly see the tall platform in the hall from all the floors.
Many people moved about, and a small crowd formed. The auction that belonged to the outstanding talents of the Great Desolate Eon bloodlines would start very soon.
"Brother Xiao!"
A familiar voice came from behind. It was Jiang He walking over. His smile was like when Xiao Chen first saw him, clean and making a good impression.
"This little brother is?" Jiang He asked softly as he looked at Ling Yu.
"My friend."
Xiao Chen did not want to embarrass Ling Yu in front of outsiders, so he would not purposely reveal his identity as Ling Yu's martial uncle.
Jiang He nodded his head slightly. After the greetings, he said, "Brother Xiao, do you know that something major happened in the Soaring Dragon Pavilion during the past three days?!"
Xiao Chen's and Ling Yu's expressions changed slightly. They exchanged glances, both feeling confused.
"What major matter?"
Jiang He said softly, "I have no idea which senior or expert it was, but he sent someone to sell twenty-five kilograms of Life Juice Source here. Furthermore, it is of the highest quality with no impurities at all. Even the people from the Cluster Lord's Residence were startled into action."
The Cluster Lord's Residence.
After touring around in the city for three days, Xiao Chen had already learned that the master of this Soaring Dragon Great Realm was a granddaughter of the Yanwu Dynasty's Soaring Dragon Marquis.
Her house here was naturally the Cluster Lord's Residence.
Just thinking about it was frustrating. As the saying went, comparisons were odious. Xiao Chen heard that this Cluster Lord Gou Yu was just twenty-odd years old, about the same age as Ling Yu.
However, this person was already the master of a great realm. Furthermore, it was of the extraordinary Soaring Dragon Great Realm, the center of dozens of nearby clusters.
On the other hand, Ling Yu was only a Rank 4 sect's disciple. He was not even the strongest in the Grave Sea Cluster.
The comparison was like heaven and earth. Even that was not sufficient to describe it.
Xiao Chen frowned. "No matter what, Cluster Lord Gou Yu should not lack Life Juice Source, right? Life Juice Source is not the only natural treasure that can improve the physique. There should be some others."
Jiang He said helplessly, "Naturally, the Cluster Lord does not lack these resources. However, there are many people in the Cluster Lord's Residence. There are also many people she needs to reward. Not to mention the Cluster Lord, all those who are here are outstanding talents possessing a Great Desolate Eon bloodline. Coincidentally, this Life Juice Source has the greatest effect on us. We are also the ones who need it the most."
Xiao Chen knew this. What the Life Juice Source improved first was the bloodline power before the physique.
The outstanding talents with Great Desolate Eon bloodlines happened to be cultivators of special bloodlines. The Life Juice Source was a natural treasure that was simply tailor-made for them.
Jiang He shook his head and sighed, "Looks like I'm going to have to spend my hard-earned money. I hope that I can obtain it. Brother Xiao, which cauldron have you decided on?"
This question was rather direct. However, Xiao Chen did not mind being honest. "The Dragon Pattern Cauldron."
Jiang He smiled and said, "Great judgment. In my opinion, in the ancient cauldron zone, that Dragon Pattern Cauldron is the only one worth keeping for a long time."
After a simple conversation, the two parted. Having suppressed himself for a long time, Ling Yu said excitedly, "Martial Uncle, unexpectedly, that Life Juice Source is such a hot commodity. To think that it actually caused such a huge commotion. Earlier, I nearly could not hold it in. Even the Cluster Lord's Residence's people were startled into action."
Xiao Chen said indifferently, "That is not really surprising. After all, we have a Great Desolate Eon bloodline. Our bloodline power is like a treasure trove. If one could obtain the opportunity to develop it, who would not treasure it?"
There were not many things that could develop a Great Desolate Eon bloodline. The Life Juice Source happened to be one of them. Furthermore, this was the highest-quality Life Juice Source.
Xiao Chen thought about his narrow escape. To him, no matter what the result was, it would not be surprising.
After all, Xiao Chen risked his life to obtain this Life Juice Source.
When Xiao Chen entered the VIP room, he was surprised to discover that the maidservant in the room was the one that guided him three days ago.
The pretty maidservant smiled, looking very cute.
After everyone seated themselves, an old man with a goatee walked over to the tall platform in the hall. Although he seemed somewhat old and decrepit, his experienced face trembled with excitement, and his complexion glowed.
Ling Yu appeared somewhat excited himself as he said, "It is about to start."
Xiao Chen found this strange. It was just the start of the auction, so what was there to get excited about?
All Xiao Chen saw was a brightly lit hall. Suddenly, the flames extinguished, plunging the venue into darkness.
Before Xiao Chen could react, light suddenly returned in the next moment.
However, it was not the light of lamps but of many pairs of Great Desolate Divine Eyes all opening at the same time.
The ancient Soaring Dragon Pavilion was immediately awash with light, looking brilliant and resplendent.