I have the face of a great demon.

In the end, Tie Zhu bought the pair of Purple Cloud Serpent Maces for 900 spirit crystals. He excitedly hugged the maces to his chest, as if he were holding a priceless treasure.

Liu Xingchen stood by with a smile, knowing that the pair of maces were of great significance to Tie Zhu.

Tie Zhu's superhuman strength is no joke.

Ordinary weapons in his hands are like paper; they break down after only a few uses.

The iron maces forged by ordinary blacksmiths would break after one use in his hands.

The pair of iron maces he carried on his back had already been replaced several times.

Only divine weapons forged by cultivators like these can allow him to unleash his full power without restraint, without worrying that they will be easily damaged like ordinary iron weapons from before.

The auction continued, but Tie Zhu, already satisfied, lost much of his interest in the remaining items.

Liu Xingchen simply watched without making a move.

One by one, the auction items were brought out and purchased by buyers, until finally the grand finale was auctioned.

Boss Yu solemnly announced:

"Fellow Daoists, next up is our grand finale auction item, the Foundation Establishment Pill that you have all been eagerly anticipating."

The entire venue erupted in cheers; this was exactly what everyone had been waiting for.

Nothing is more sought after than the Foundation Establishment Pill.

While weapons and magical treasures can increase a cultivator's strength, these are all external things. For a cultivator, nothing is more important than increasing their cultivation level.

Foundation Establishment is a major hurdle that cultivators face.

Countless cultivators have been stuck at this hurdle for countless years, unable to break through, until their lifespan ends and they turn into dust.

The biggest reason is the lack of Foundation Building Pills.

Foundation Establishment Pills are extremely rare. To find one in an auction house frequented by independent cultivators is already a stroke of great luck. Who would pass up such an opportunity?

Hua Laodao opened his eyes, his gaze fixed intently on the Foundation Establishment Pill on the platform.

"I am determined to get this Foundation Establishment Pill."

Tie Zhu also encouraged him: "Yes, Master, we must snatch the Foundation Establishment Pill. We can't let Qian Duoduo be too arrogant."

He was still bothered by the fact that he had too much money and boasted about consuming three Foundation Establishment Pills in a row.

Hua Laodao was both amused and exasperated upon hearing this: "What robbery? This is an auction, the highest bidder wins. Why do you make it sound like robbery?"

Liu Xingchen said, "Judging from the looks in the eyes of the audience, the competition for the Foundation Establishment Pill must be fierce. Master, do you have enough spirit crystals? If not, you can use ours."

“Yes, yes, use ours.” Tie Zhu hurriedly chimed in.

Hua Laodao smiled and said, "You're very kind, disciples. I have 3000 spirit crystals on hand, which should be enough. If not, I'll borrow some more from you two."

"Master, don't talk about lending or not lending. We don't need to be so polite between us."

Liu Xingchen and Tie Zhu's unanimous words warmed Hua Laodao's heart.

Tie Zhu asked curiously, "By the way, Master, where do you keep your spirit crystals? 3000 spirit crystals, that's so many. Your money bag must be bigger than ours, right?"

Liu Xingchen couldn't help but laugh when he heard the question.

"Of course Master has a storage bag. Unlike us, we don't even know how to use a storage bag, we still have to find a big money bag to put it in."

"Where is Master's storage bag? I haven't found it at all!" Tie Zhu asked, even more curious.

Logically speaking, a storage bag should be quite heavy, and you should be able to tell something about it if you carry it on your person.

Even though they spent every day together and were very familiar with each other, Tie Zhu still couldn't find where his master's storage bag was hanging on his body.

Hua Laodao smiled without saying a word, appearing unfathomable.

Liu Xingchen seemed to be deep in thought, his gaze sweeping over Hua Laodao.

"A storage bag isn't necessarily a bag. Tiezhu, think about it, what does Master have that can change size?"

Tie Zhu thought for a while, then slapped his forehead: "I think I've only ever seen Master's gourd grow bigger. Could it be a gourd? That's for holding wine."

"Hahaha, you two brats saw right through me. That's right, my spirit crystal is in the gourd."

"Ah, so your spirit crystals are soaking in the wine."

"What's wrong with soaking it in wine? It adds some spirit to the wine and makes it taste even better," said Master Hua proudly, as if he were boasting about his brilliant idea.

As they were talking, the auction for the Foundation Establishment Pill began. Old Daoist Hua stopped joking and focused his attention on the auction.

"Starting bid: 1500 spirit crystals."

This is the highest starting price so far, but even so, it hasn't dampened the enthusiasm of the crowd.

"1700."

"1800."

"2000."

The price quickly soared, reaching 2500, after which bidding became sparse.

"I'll offer 2600 spirit crystals."

Hua Laodao finally joined the fray, and by then there were few who could compete with him.

"2650."

"2700."

His opponents could only add fifty spirit crystals, no longer displaying their former arrogance.

When Hua Laodao called out a bid of 2900, his opponent had no choice but to give up.

"Foundation Building Pill, 2900 spirit crystals. Is there anyone willing to offer a higher price?"

“If no one offers a higher price, this Foundation Establishment Pill will belong to Fellow Daoist Hua.”

"2900 spirit crystals, for the first time."

"2900 spirit crystals, second time."

"2900 spirit crystals, third time."

Just as the auction hammer was about to fall, an unexpected sound rang out.

"I'll offer 3000 spirit crystals."

The sudden price increase at the moment when the deal was about to be completed was undoubtedly aimed at Hua Laodao.

It's obvious that only someone with too much money who's at odds with Hua Laodao would do something like that.

Tie Zhu stood up angrily: "You have too much money! Didn't you already successfully establish your foundation by taking three Foundation Establishment Pills? What do you need Foundation Establishment Pills for?"

With an arrogant grin, Qian Duoduo said, "I may not need the Foundation Establishment Pill, but I can collect it. I have so much money I can't spend it all, is it any of your business?"

The entire venue erupted in uproar; this was clearly a deliberate attempt to cause trouble.

But having too much money didn't break the rules of the auction house; as long as he was willing to pay, what he did with the purchased item was his own business.

Mr. Yu welcomed this with open arms.

The two of them fighting at the auction suited him perfectly; the Foundation Establishment Pill was sure to fetch an astronomical price.

Hua Laodao's face darkened.

The market price of this Foundation Building Pill is about 2000 spirit crystals, and it usually does not exceed 2200.

The price of 2900 is already quite high, which makes even Hua Laodao feel a little pained.

Now that they have so much money, they're causing trouble. I really don't know how high the price will go.

But he had no choice; even if it cost too many spirit crystals, he had to get his hands on the Foundation Establishment Pill.

Once you miss this opportunity, you might never find another chance.

Old Master Hua whispered to his two disciples:

"Disciples, it seems I'll have to borrow some spirit crystals from you."

"Master, don't worry. Go ahead and fight with Qian Duo. We still have 1600 spirit crystals left, and we'll give them all to you."

Hua Laodao felt a warmth in his heart, took a deep breath, and decided to stop hesitating. No matter what, he had to get this Foundation Establishment Pill.