Chapter 411: Chapter 410: Seizing the God-killing Sword

"The starting bid, one Elemental Coin!" declared the Golden Lion Auctioneer in a deep voice.One Elemental Coin was merely a symbolic price; the most important aspect wasn't the price, but the significance that this auction item represented. To choose to bid was to bear the honor of both the Lion and Tiger Clans. One must risk their life in ten years' time. Moreover, not everyone was qualified to take this sword; trials were inevitable.

Silence, the feedback from the three surrounding mountains was silence. No light from any bidding plaques lit up. This implied that no being had chosen this auction item.

With hair like golden threads atop his head moving without a breeze, the Golden Lion Auctioneer couldn't help but roar, "Is it that neither of our clans has even one brave warrior left? Not even the courage to take up this God-killing Sword?"

Before the auction had started, there had been communications between the two clans, and there were potentially seven or eight candidates willing to take on this responsibility. But at this moment, not a single one chose to step forward. Without a doubt, they were all uncertain and unwilling to gamble. For within the Lion and Tiger Clans, they all knew who their opponent was, an opponent that brought them despair.

Even the strongest among the Monster and Spirit Clans, though unafraid of death, would not willingly seek it out.

Auctions like this were not uncommon at the Ancestral Court's grand auction. Any clan could apply to the Ancestral Court and they were often for the purpose of seeking revenge or issuing a challenge. Whoever took the God-killing Sword was also signifying a challenge to the one who had offered it. One Elemental Coin was a symbolic price, but for the Lion and Tiger Clans to make the other party offer this sword, the price paid behind the scenes was undoubtedly huge.

Still, there was no movement. The Golden Lion Auctioneer could not contain his fury and abruptly gritted his teeth, ready to walk towards the heavy sword. He was also one of the seven or eight, but he, too, had no confidence in his heart. Others could hide, but as an initiator, he had no way out at this juncture. For the honor of the Golden Lion Clan, he had to step up.

However, just at that moment, a light suddenly shone on the mountain wall.

The Golden Lion Auctioneer abruptly halted and looked up towards that direction.

It was a bidding cave situated at a lower position, with a conspicuous number that instantly caught his eye. seaʀᴄh thё Nôvel(F)ire.ηet website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality.

"Number three hundred thirty-six? Bidder number three hundred thirty-six chooses to bid, offering one Elemental Coin."

Feeling a surge of elation, the Golden Lion Auctioneer also quickly searched his memory to recall any information about this number three hundred thirty-six. But soon enough, he was certain that it was not one of the few he knew.

Could it be a junior member? Yet, the financial power required to attend such an auction was not something any minor could possess!

"Due to the special nature of the auction item, the bidder who obtains the God-killing Sword is required to visit the Ancestral Court Golden Lion Clan Headquarter within seven days after the auction ends. Pass the trials, and you will earn the rights to the God-killing Sword."

Indeed, number three hundred thirty-six, the number of Tang San. The one who had secured the God-killing Sword was none other than Tang San himself.

Of course, he was from neither the Lion nor the Tiger Clans. But after careful consideration, he decided to participate in the bidding.

Obtaining the God-killing Sword was certainly not an easy task; the challenge within ten years was mandatory, and there would inevitably be restrictions from the Lion and Tiger Clans. A contract signing was inevitable, otherwise how could such a weapon casually fall into his hands?

Today's event at the Ancestral Court was a grand auction, and there was no chance that the trials would take place on the spot. The auction schedule could not be delayed. So, the trials would surely happen after the auction.

To participate in the auction, one needs a certain guarantee, not just money, but also a guarantor. Therefore, there is no fear of not finding bidders. Tang San's guarantor was from the Redemption Organization, and so was Zhang Haoxuan's.

This four-meter long great sword was not auctioned by Tang San for himself, as he is neither from the Lion Clan nor the Tiger Clan, and though he could wield the power of the Lion Tiger Golden Gang, he remains human. Just because he cannot wield it, doesn't mean there isn't a suitable master for the sword. Wouldn't the Lion Tiger Sword Saint be the perfect user for it?

After the bloodline evolution of the Lion Tiger Sword Saint, he now truly possesses a first-level bloodline. With accumulated potential poised for release, breaking through to God Rank in the near future is not an insurmountable task. The power of the Lion Tiger Golden Gang surely surpasses that of both the Golden Lion Clan and the Golden Tiger bloodlines. His growth in the future is limitless, and it wouldn't be difficult for him to become a Great Demon King within ten years.

Indeed, the Lion Tiger Tribe has always been like fire and water with the Lion Clan and the Tiger Clan, but that was in the past when the Lion Tiger Tribe was deemed the cursed race, plagued by their bloodline afflictions. Now, with Tang San's help, this issue has been resolved. The rise of the Lion Tiger Tribe is an inevitable path.

Tang San's previous worry was mainly that the two main Golden Species would not permit the rise of such a hybrid race and would snuff them out before they grew strong enough. However, given that the Golden Lion Clan has brought out this God-killing Sword for auction today, it seems that the Lion and Tiger Clans must be facing a great crisis. And in the midst of this crisis, what could be better than the emergence of a first-level bloodline within their ranks?

A first-level bloodline means the potential to achieve the rank of Great Demon Emperor!

The Tiger Clan still has the support of the White Tiger Great Demon Emperor, but the Lion Clan does not have such an emperor of their own. Therefore, when a first-level bloodline emerges within the Lion Clan, even if the bloodline isn't pure, it is still a chance for the awakening of the Lion Clan. The bloodline of the White Tiger Great Demon Emperor isn't golden either, but after becoming the Great Demon Emperor, the rest of the Tiger Clan still bows before him. So, why can't the Lion Tiger Sword Saint become the future emperor of the Lion Clan?

For the Lion Tiger Sword Saint to achieve the rank of Demon King, and perhaps even Great Demon King in the future, an immense amount of resources is necessary. Having the strong backing of a powerful race like the Lion Clan would certainly make things easier.

Therefore, after careful consideration, Tang San concluded that the benefits outweigh the disadvantages. The Lion Tiger Sword Saint certainly faces great challenges, but the probability of success is high. The chances of getting the Lion Clan's recognition are even higher. Also, this God-killing Sword is no ordinary weapon!

On this God-killing Sword, Tang San sensed a true aura of slaughter. Its material resembles that of a super divine weapon he had controlled before. Although it cannot be compared with that super divine weapon, the quality of its material suggests that upgrading it to God Rank in the future should be no issue. Such a treasure, for just one Elemental Coin, cannot be missed despite the many difficulties!

Consequently, Tang San finally decided to bid.

"Tang San, have you lost your mind?" The moment the Golden Lion Auctioneer announced bidder number three-three-six, Zhang Haoxuan's astonished and enraged voice reached Tang San through the communication.

"Don't worry, Teacher, this isn't for me. I'm confident," Tang San replied calmly.

Zhang Haoxuan took a deep breath. If it were anyone else saying these words, he would probably rush over to confront them, but this was Tang San. Tang San had shown too many miracles for him to witness, and Tang San had never let him down.

Still, he couldn't help but caution, "We were guaranteed by an important undercover member of the organization. If we fail the Golden Lion test or fail to attend, it could lead to exposure. Please be very careful!" Now that the bid was made, it was too late for regrets.

"One Elemental Coin for the first time!" The Golden Lion Auctioneer down below had already started the countdown.

Undoubtedly, without more bids from the Lion or Tiger Clans, Tang San secured the God-killing Sword—which was not yet a divine artifact but had the potential to become one in the future—for the price of just one Elemental Coin!

Item by item, the auction continued, and such a "good deal" as one Elemental Coin certainly could not occur again. The auctioneer was replaced with a member of the Fox Tribe; a female Blue Fox that resembled the Heavenly Fox Clan. The fur of the Blue Fox Clan is deep blue at the tips, turning white towards the base, which at a glance, makes them appear similar to the white Heavenly Fox Clan, but with an added unusual blue halo. This Female Blue Fox Auctioneer was extremely beautiful, far surpassing the Golden Lion Auctioneer in appeal.