Chapter 494 Dao-Level Inheritance (Part 2)
Under the innate magical power - recognition of all spirits, the attributes of the insect scripture are clearly presented before his eyes.
[Secret Records of Spiritual Insects (Hidden) (Incomplete)]
[Rank: 8th-rank Insect Codex]
[Features: Eternal Spiritual Patterns (Hidden), Insect Soul Resonance (Hidden), Secret Methods (Hidden), Ten Thousand Insect Atlas (Hidden), Methods to Attract Insect Tides (Incomplete)]
[Status: Dim Spiritual Aura, Broken Soul Consciousness, Holy Object Hidden in the Dust]
[The Spiritual Insect Codex woven with the thoughts of ancient glimmering cocoons and heavenly insects has gone through the baptism of catastrophes and the erosion of thousands of years of wind and frost. Its spiritual aura is dim and its soul consciousness is broken. It has been revealed only after gathering the saliva of the six-in-one insect spirits, the dust of thousands of generations, and the opportunities of billions of lives. This Secret Records of Spiritual Insects was originally a supreme insect cultivation codex, containing the secrets of the reproduction of thousands of insects. Each spiritual pattern contains the ultimate truth of heaven and earth, which can enable practitioners to understand insect language, control thousands of insects, and travel across the insect world. However, unfortunately, the codex was damaged by the catastrophe, and the supreme spiritual patterns and secret methods inside were all sealed, leaving only a weak spirituality. 】
After looking at the attributes of the Insect Scripture inheritance, Li Mu was sure that it was very incomplete. However, it was a Dao-level inheritance after all, recording a large amount of knowledge related to spirit insects, and it must also include the How to help Xiaobai successfully survive the true spirit thunder tribulation should also be recorded in it.
Therefore, for this Insect Scripture inheritance, Li Mu must take it into his pocket no matter what.
"Elder Li, are you interested in this Insect Scripture inheritance?"
Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu and asked with concern.
"Well!" Li Mu nodded, turned to look at Sword Master Feng, and asked puzzledly: "Sword Master, do you think there is a problem with this Insect Scripture inheritance?"
"I can't tell whether there is a problem with this inheritance, but on the road of cultivation, you must not bite off more than you can chew. You now have several skills, and you are proficient in refining equipment, formations, and puppetry. Each of them needs to be studied and understood in depth before you can achieve something. Although this Insect Scripture inheritance is good, it is not the top priority for your current cultivation." Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu meaningfully and advised.
"Yes! Elder Li, you practice all five elements at the same time. The later you go, the slower your progress will be. If you learn one more skill, you will need to spend a lot of time and energy to understand and practice it. Although this insect scripture is precious, the knowledge and secrets contained in it are complex and profound, and cannot be mastered overnight. If you want to go further on the road of practice, you must make some choices and concentrate on overcoming the most important difficulties at present." Chen Jianzhu took over the conversation and looked at Li Mu sincerely.
Hearing this, Li Mu was amused and cried. He remembered the concern of the two sword masters in his heart. However, his improvement in cultivation and skills were all achieved by planting spiritual plants and absorbing the spiritual properties of plants. He did not need to spend too much time and energy.
"I'm sorry to bother you two. I just like this kind of strange inheritance. I have some special collecting habits. I am happy to see the prey and will not spend time on this aspect." Li Mu smiled slightly and made up a reason to introduce it.
"So that's how it is. We were worrying too much." Upon hearing this, Sword Master Feng showed a look of relief on his face.
Sword Master Chen also laughed and said, "Haha, Elder Li's uniqueness. If that's the case, if you are really interested in this Insect Sutra inheritance, you might as well add it to your collection and savor it carefully in your spare time. Perhaps you will get unexpected gains from it."
"However, Elder Li may be disappointed. The Dao-level inheritance is a secret that is not passed on. Even a side-path inheritance like the Insect Sutra will not be easily circulated, let alone appearing at an auction. This Dao-level inheritance is estimated to have lost its essence." Sword Master Feng looked at Li Mu and smiled and gestured.
Hearing this, Li Mu's eyes flashed with a strange color, and then he regained his composure and said indifferently: "Sword Master, what you said makes sense. Although I have a preference for strange inheritances, I also know the priorities. If I can see this insect scripture inheritance, it would be a blessing, but if it is really as the sword master said, the essence of it has been lost, then it will be a chance to gain more knowledge and broaden my horizons."
Sword Master Feng nodded and stopped persuading Li Mu.
At this time, Wan Tiancheng led the auction. After introducing the information of the insect scripture inheritance, he officially announced: "The starting price of this insect scripture is 500,000 high-grade spirit stones, and each bid is 20,000 high-grade spirit stones. The time limit is 120 breaths. The auction starts now!"
As Wan Tiancheng's voice fell, the entire auction venue instantly boiled, and powerful spiritual power fluctuations surged in the crowd. Obviously, many people still have a strong interest in this incomplete Dao-level inheritance.
"Six hundred thousand!"
"Seven hundred and twenty thousand!"
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The bidding price changed rapidly, but it was not as fierce as everyone imagined. First, this was a relatively rare side-path inheritance. Second, it was a broken and powerful inheritance that did not meet the needs of the vast majority. After all, they were already strong men in the Refining Void Realm and the Combination Realm. They had chosen their paths and would never easily change to the way of controlling insects.
If they could get this broken Dao-level inheritance at a reasonable price, it would just serve as some foundation for the family and the sect. If they couldn't get it, there would not be much loss.
Under such a psychological game, although the bidding sounded one after another, the rhythm gradually stabilized. Li Mu silently observed all this, observed potential opponents, and waited for the right time to make a move.
"I'll offer one million. I'm just practicing the art of controlling insects. I hope all Taoist friends and seniors will help me!" A cold female voice suddenly sounded, clearly penetrating the noise of the crowd. A female cultivator in a light blue long skirt, with a cold face, looked around the audience and said respectfully.
"It's Fairy Jade Butterfly!" Someone recognized the woman's origin.
"Fairy Jade Butterfly?" As soon as this name came out, there was a burst of whispers and exclamations in the venue.
Fairy Jade Butterfly is well-known in the Northern Region of the Spirit Realm for her talent and beauty, and she has a good attainment in the art of controlling insects. This move naturally attracted the attention of many cultivators.
"Since Fairy Jade Butterfly has spoken, we naturally cannot compete with her." A middle-aged cultivator who seemed gentle and elegant smiled, revealing his respect and concession to Fairy Jade Butterfly.
"Humph, you want to take away the inheritance of the Insect Scripture for just one million? That's too much of a joke!" However, just when everyone thought the auction was about to be settled, a disdainful voice suddenly came from a corner of the venue. A young man in a black robe with a sinister face stood up slowly, his eyes flashing with provocation.
"I'll pay 1.2 million!" Before the young man in black robe finished speaking, many people had already recognized his identity - the young master of the Black Evil Sect, a young and powerful man known for his ruthless means. His appearance undoubtedly added a bit of gunpowder to the auction.
Hearing this, Fairy Jade Butterfly frowned slightly, but she did not respond directly. Instead, she held on to the bidding order and fought back with action.
"Token No. 427, bid 1.4 million high-grade spirit stones, are there any Taoist friends bidding? The last thirty breaths." Wan Tiancheng announced loudly.
"Token No. 232, 1.5 million!"
"Token No. 427, 1.6 million!"
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The bidding entered the white-hot stage again, but compared with the previous time, the speed was obviously slowed down. With each increase in price, both parties seemed more cautious and thoughtful.
"VIP Room No. 1, three million high-grade spirit stones!"
Seeing this new bidder, Wan Tiancheng's eyes flashed with surprise, but he soon regained his professional smile and announced loudly: "Three million high-grade spirit stones, VIP Room No. 1 bids three million! Is there anyone who can bid higher?"
Hearing that it was the bid price of VIP Room No. 1, several bidders' faces darkened, and Fairy Yudie frowned, her eyes involuntarily cast to the highest point of the venue, the window of VIP Room No. 1, and gave up the bid reluctantly.
"Time is up!" Wan Tiancheng was relieved and immediately announced the result: "Congratulations to the winner No. 1, three million high-grade spirit stones were used to bid for this Dao-level inheritance!"
With the sound of Wan Tiancheng's hammer falling, the entire auction venue broke out into a slight commotion, and then quickly returned to calm. Everyone's eyes were focused on the closed window of VIP Room No. 1, knowing that it was where Master Li was.
Fairy Jade Butterfly sighed softly. Although she felt regretful, she also understood that strength and background often determine everything. She frowned, wondering what she was thinking.
The black-robed young man, the young master of the Black Evil Sect, had a playful smile on his face. He was not angry because he failed to get what he wanted. Instead, he became more interested in Master Li in the VIP room No. 1.
Seeing this, Wan Tiancheng eased the atmosphere in the venue in time and introduced with a smile: "Fellow Taoists, don't mind if you don't get anything. There are still many high-quality spiritual objects waiting to be chosen by the destined people. Please allow me to introduce the next auction item to everyone..."
As soon as Wan Tiancheng finished speaking, the small teleportation array in front of the auction table, after a dazzling light, an ancient spiritual object clearly appeared in front of everyone, a jade pendant emitting a faint glow, with complex and ancient totems carved on it, exuding a powerful spirituality.
"Everyone, this is another treasure carefully prepared for this auction - 'Ancient Jade of Dark Light'!" Wan Tiancheng's voice was full of awe and expectation: "This jade is said to be an ancient relic, immortal after countless years. It contains a mysterious power that can guide cultivators to enlightenment and even peek into the secrets of heaven. Whether it is for breaking through the bottleneck of cultivation or for understanding the laws of heaven and earth, it is of immeasurable help."
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The auction is still going on.
In VIP Room No. 1, the closed door was suddenly knocked.
"General Manager Wan, please come in!"
Li Mu smiled and greeted the person knocking at the door after a slight exploration of his spiritual sense.
Wan Renlang pushed the door open with a warm smile on his face, and his steps were steady and respectful. He held a tray in his hand, on which were three spiritual objects, which were the Soul Binding Plate, the Broken Realm Stone, and the Insect Sutra inheritance that Li Mu had just bought.
"Master Li, I've been waiting for a long time. I'm here to bring you spiritual objects!" Wan Renlang put the tray on the coffee table next to Li Mu and greeted him warmly.
Li Mu smiled slightly, a hint of surprise flashed in his eyes, and smiled and thanked: "General Manager Wan, thank you for sending the auction proceeds so quickly."
"Master Li, you are too polite. This is what we should do." Wan Renlang gently put the tray on the table and continued, "In addition, Wan came here this time to ask for something."
Hearing this, Li Mu was slightly startled, and turned his puzzled eyes to Wan Renlang, motioning him to continue.
"General Manager Wan, you are not invited by other forces! In order to let Elder Li help refine the Taoist soldiers?" Feng Jianzhu looked at Wan Renlang with a fake smile, and asked knowingly.
"Uh! Senior, you have a sharp eye." Wan Renlang was a little embarrassed by the sudden questioning of Feng Jianzhu. He replied and then explained: "However, senior, you have some misunderstandings. Wan is not here for a certain force. Wanbao Pavilion opens its doors to do business, and naturally hopes to maintain good relations with strong people from all walks of life. This time, I did come here for a request about refining weapons, but it is not as simple as entrusting Elder Li to refine Dao soldiers."
Wan Renlang paused, his eyes wandering between Li Mu and Feng Jianzhu, as if looking for the most appropriate words, and continued: "In fact, our Wanbao Pavilion recently obtained an ancient refining map, which records several long-lost methods of refining magic weapons. Its uniqueness lies in that it can greatly improve certain specific abilities of cultivators. For cultivators who practice certain special techniques, its value is immeasurable."
"However, the refining method on the map is extremely complicated, requiring extremely high refining skills and a deep understanding of the spiritual energy of heaven and earth. We have searched for many refining masters in the world, and finally believe that only Elder Li can do this. Therefore, I came here this time, hoping that Elder Li can consider taking up this challenge, and I also hope that Feng Jianzhu and Chen Jianzhu can give support and understanding."
Speaking of this, Wan Renlang looked extremely sincere. Looking at Li Mu's expression, Feng Jianzhu immediately understood something.
Li Mu also frowned, as if weighing the pros and cons. And Feng Jianzhu and Chen Jianzhu both had scrutinizing expressions on their faces, and were obviously considering this matter.
Seeing the serious expressions of the three people, Wan Renlang's face changed slightly, knowing that his request might have touched some sensitive points of Li Mu and Feng Jianzhu, but due to the important task of the chief steward of Wanbao Pavilion, the signboard of Wanbao Pavilion must not be broken in his hands.
"General steward Wan, this is indeed an extraordinary request." Li Mu suddenly spoke up and added: "However, I am quite interested in the ancient refining map, and I am willing to try to challenge my refining skills. However, I need to check the contents of the map first, and understand the characteristics and uses of the magic weapon in detail before making a final decision."
"Of course!" Wan Renlang nodded and agreed: "I have brought the map for you, and now you can give it to Elder Li for review. As for the characteristics and uses of the magic weapon, I will also explain it in detail next to it so that Elder Li can make a wise judgment."
As he said, Wan Renlang took out a magical purple jade slip from the storage ring and handed it to Li Mu carefully.
Li Mu took the purple jade slip and felt an ancient and mysterious atmosphere.
Li Mu took a deep breath, immersed his mind in it, and studied it carefully.
His spiritual consciousness probed into the jade slip. Inside the jade slip, there were pictures and texts. Not only did it record the detailed steps of refining the weapon, but it was also accompanied by various complex and difficult to understand floating Buddhas and weapon patterns. The overall picture of the weapon revealed the ingenuity of the refiner and his deep understanding of the ultimate truth of heaven and earth. (End of this chapter)