Chapter 294: United in Competition
"Six hundred million gold soul coins!"
Xu Jiawei's voice, firm and commanding, echoed through the Starry Auction Pavilion.
The Emperor of the Star Luo Empire had spoken with absolute conviction. Every empire present realized the terrifying potential of this divine technique—how could Star Luo not see it as well?
From a military standpoint, Scattering Beans into Soldiers was the perfect imperial weapon.
Throughout history, the empires of the Douluo Continent had been locked in endless conflict—struggling for territory, defending borders, waging blood-soaked wars.
If they could obtain this divine art, it would instantly change the outcome of any war.
It could protect their citizens, their armies, and the foundation of the nation itself.
In truth, since the dawn of the Starry Auction Pavilion, nothing had ever appeared that carried so much meaning for the Star Luo Empire.
Even the mightiest artifact could not compare to Scattering Beans into Soldiers.
Beside Xu Jiawei, Dai Hao frowned, his finger rhythmically tapping the seat's armrest. Leaning close, he whispered, "Your Majesty, this art is of immense importance to our army. The Sun Moon Empire must not obtain it."
Xu Jiawei nodded. He needed no reminder. His voice rang out again: "Seven hundred million!"
He well understood what this divine art represented strategically.
With Xu Tiannan of the Sun Moon Empire having already reached the Limit Douluo realm, their nation's strength had grown dangerously. The Star Luo Empire could not rival them in top-tier combatants—for now.
But if they acquired this art and allowed their strongest masters to master it?
Even Xu Tiannan himself would be powerless before them.
They could counter any invasion and possibly overturn their fates.
"Ten billion!"
The hoarse, eerie voice of Zhongli Wu of the Holy Spirit Cult cut through the air, and the hall erupted in astonishment.
With every faction now caught in the frenzy, the entire atmosphere blazed with heat and intent.
The powerful contenders watched each other closely, while weaker factions could only look on—curious to see which empire or sect would claim this transcendent power.
For whoever won Scattering Beans into Soldiers would become unstoppable, rising above all on the Douluo Continent.
"Twelve billion!"
Niu Tian of the Clear Sky Sect suddenly stood up, fierce determination flashing in his eyes. His gaze locked on the golden glow radiating from the jade slip on the stage.
He had never heard of such a wondrous power—not even in legends of the Divine Realm.
If the Clear Sky Sect could obtain it, then neither Shrek Academy nor the Holy Spirit Cult would ever threaten them again.
With both him and Titan—two Limit Douluos—casting Scattering Beans into Soldiers, the results would be unimaginable.
Perhaps only the Soul Beast Clan could rival them then.
The price soared, barreling past twenty billion.
Veins bulged on Xu Tiannan's temple. He hadn't expected the usually cautious Star Luo Empire to fight this fiercely.
But neither the other powers showed any hint of backing down.
Each one seemed determined to press to the very end.
Watching this unfold, Xu Tiannan felt an unsettling weight in his chest. If this continued, the Sun Moon Empire might lose their chance entirely.
He turned to the dignified man beside him. "Hall Master Hongchen, how much funding can the Mingde Hall allocate? No matter what, we must secure Scattering Beans into Soldiers."
Normally, in auction events like this, the royal family and Mingde Hall would bid separately. But this item required uniting both factions' resources.
Mingde Hall's mastery of soul tools had made it one of the continent's most profitable organizations. If they combined their resources, their odds of success would soar.
"Understood, Your Majesty," Jing Hongchen replied, eyes gleaming with resolve.
He too understood the strategic importance of this divine ability to the Sun Moon Empire.
Their fates were now intertwined. Mingde Hall's prosperity depended wholly on the empire's rise.
Shared victory, shared loss.
Without hesitation, Jing Hongchen prepared to commit the hall's entire fortune to the Sun Moon cause.
"Twenty-six billion!"
Xu Tiannan called out again, his voice steady—the reinforcement from Mingde Hall had renewed his confidence.
At this point, only the Soul Beast Clan had him concerned. The other factions—the Holy Spirit Cult, Shrek Academy, and the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile Sect—were formidable, but none could currently rival his financial power.
He cast a wary glance toward Di Tian and the Ten Great Beasts. They remained motionless, their silence ominous.
Are they waiting for the last moment? Xu Tiannan wondered grimly. Will they swoop in and end this with a single unbeatable bid?
He could only hope the soul beasts stayed out of it.
If they didn't, the empire's hopes would vanish instantly.
"Twenty-eight billion!"
Star Luo's Emperor Xu Jiawei roared again, voice vibrating with determination.
"Twenty-nine billion!"
Niu Tian immediately followed, unwilling to yield.
Soon, Shrek Academy and the Holy Spirit Cult once again jumped into the fray, their bids crashing like thunder in quick succession.
The war of numbers raged on.
Minutes passed.
When the bidding finally exceeded fifty billion gold soul coins, a stunned silence rippled across the hall.
At that price, even the proudest forces had to admit defeat.
Shrek Academy, the Holy Spirit Cult, the Body Sect—all quietly retreated from the stage. Their resources were exhausted.
Now only two titans remained in the fight: the Clear Sky Sect and the Sun Moon Empire.
Both sides' representatives stood firm, expressions grim yet resolute.
Fifty billion gold soul coins was a staggering figure, one that symbolized kingdoms' worth of wealth.
From their opposing sides of the hall, Niu Tian and Xu Tiannan locked gazes—each seeing the same fire, the same unshakable determination reflected back at him.
Neither would give up.
The next few moments would decide the destiny of the Douluo Continent itself.
(END CHAPTER)
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