Urban's Fury: The War Dragon God-Chapter 1297: Conflict

As soon as the Heavenly Strategy Sect's bid was made, another box immediately responded with a bid.

"Ten billion."

A cold male voice came from the A-number box.

Although all are A-number boxes, they differ slightly. The ones facing north to south are the honored seats, with only three boxes for the Top Three Sects.

Then, from east to west, the west side is for the Ancient Martial Six Gates, and the east side corresponds to six of the Ten Great Families.

While the south-facing A-number boxes are the most numerous, besides the Ten Great Families, there are also slightly weaker prospective families.

This ranking is a reflection of the current power hierarchy in the Ancient Martial World.

"If it's about wealth, your Heavenly Strategy Sect is just a grandson."

"Old Xiao, you've got guts."

"Dare to come out and play?"

The Heavenly Strategy Sect's attempt at showing off was directly countered, causing displeasure, prompting their hot-tempered Sect Leader to issue a challenge.

"Ha, old Mo, if you admit defeat, just admit it. Why be stubborn like a dead duck? If you don't have the money, don't pretend. It's unpleasant to get slapped in the face."

The old man opposite showed complete indifference to the Heavenly Strategy Sect's provocation.

"I've bid ten billion. Is anyone bidding higher? If not, this opening gift belongs to my Xiao Family."

Among the Ten Great Families, the Xiao Family ranks in the top three, only after the Lin Family and the Xie Family. Furthermore, the Xiao Family has a nickname: Golden Mountain Xiao Family.

"That old Xiao, someday I'll beat him senseless."

Mo Donghe, the Great Elder of the Heavenly Strategy Sect, angrily crushed the wine glass in his hand, despite his white hair, he had a rugged build, sharp features, and the aura of a seasoned warrior.

"Master, calm down. Why bother with them? When we meet at Kunlun for swordplay, I'll help you get revenge."

"Ah, only you, girl, know how to speak."

"Let that old Xiao be arrogant for a while longer." Mo Donghe glanced at his disciple beside him, although she was a girl, her striking martial outfit highlighted her impressive aura.

Her short hair framed a spirited face, her eyes as bright as the cold moon.

In the Heavenly Strategy Sect, known for its fierce traditions, female disciples are rare as phoenix feathers, and those valued are not merely for their looks, but for their absolute strength.

The Xiao Family bid ten billion, appearing determined.

The Top Three Sects won't get involved, as this is the first auction item. Their status is transcendent; they won't act hastily. When they do speak, nearly no one risks offending them to compete.

The Ancient Martial Six Gates, although having a long heritage and certain capital, clearly couldn't match the wealth and management of the Ten Great Families, so their funds were reserved for crucial items. They've already decided on several things they wouldn't compete for in a bidding war.

The Ten Great Families, when facing the Ancient Martial Six Gates, usually unite as they rose in the last century, lacking the heritage of the Six Gates, but their advantage lies in wealth and power.

Since the Xiao Family has stepped forward, other families will remain silent because to call out now is to slap one's own family.

Others won't bid either, as despite being an auction, there are rules.

Especially since the Xiao Family Head's words signal determination to obtain; to bid is to slap the Xiao Family.

Unless there's deep hatred, no one foolishly steps up to slap faces, as strength matters when doing so.

Xiao Rang picked up his tea, convinced this opening gift was certain. Though Mo Donghe of the Heavenly Strategy Sect was hot-tempered, he wasn't quick to act recklessly.

The only potential bidder is the Mo Yin Sect.

Sure enough, as Xiao Rang thought, the Mo Yin Sect bid again.

"Eleven billion."

Considering the Thirty-Six Character Yin-Yang Secret Technique's name suggests otherwise, the truth is it came from ancient tombs and barely any remains after thousands of years are complete.

Just by name, valuing the Yin Yang Secret Technique is uncertain, and the Golden Jade Pavilion leaves it in suspense without showing the item.

Whether valuable, or to what extent, depends on luck.

Thus, items like ancient texts and fragments don't get exorbitantly bid. Even several billion outside is astronomical.

"Fifteen billion."

The Mo Yin Sect's bid was still echoing when a young woman next to Xiao Rang pressed the bidding button, increasing the bid significantly.

"Old Xiao, don't push too hard. The Yin Yang Secret Technique is useless to your Xiao Family. What's the point of buying it?"

The Mo Yin Sect's people clearly displeased. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

"Senior, that's not right. Usefulness isn't decided by you. If I like it, I want to buy it."

"No choice, my Xiao Family doesn't lack ten or eight billion."

Xiao Rang sipped his tea leisurely, while a slightly boastful young woman spoke beside him.

"You."

The Mo Yin Sect felt annoyed by these arrogant words.

"Better let it go. If we continue bidding, the Xiao Family will definitely keep bidding. Even if they don't, it exceeds our budget. Though the Thirty-Six Character Yin-Yang Secret Technique is good, it's just fragments and might not hold much value. Compared to other items we're determined to get, it's better to let it go."

The Mo Yin Sect's Elders looked uneasy, but prioritized the bigger picture and held back.

"Didn't expect they'd give up, thinking the opponent would follow."

The young woman pouted.

Xiao Rang put down his tea cup, dotingly looking at his granddaughter: "Ah, what are you thinking? Everyone here is sly, fox-like. Did you think you could easily provoke them?"

"Spending tens of billions on an opening win for a good omen is fine."

Xiao Rang commented indifferently.

The Thirty-Six Character Yin-Yang Secret Technique holds no use for him, maybe a bit of value if complete, but fragments are utterly worthless.

"Really dull, not interesting at all."

The young woman pouted, looking bored.

The auctioneer saw the scene stagnate, knew no further bids, picked up the hammer to finish the auction.

"Sixteen billion."

A lazy voice suddenly came out.

This sudden bid energized all participants who thought it was over.

Who?

Hmm?

Xiao Mei looked up surprised, finding the auction dull and lifeless, someone suddenly stepped up.

"Ha, interesting."

Xiao Mei pressed the bidding button, raising the price again: "Really someone with more money than my Xiao Family, twenty billion."

"If you dare, keep bidding."