Soul Land 5: The Rebirth of Tang San

Chapter 410: Acquiring the God-Slaying Sword

"The starting bid is one naturae coin!" the Golden Lion auctioneer said in a deep voice.

One naturae coin was merely a symbolic price. The most important thing was not the price but the meaning behind this auction item. Choosing to bid meant shouldering the honor of the lion and tiger races. A life-and-death battle would take place ten years later. Moreover, not everyone was qualified to take this sword; a test was inevitable.

Silence. The response from the three peaks was silence. Not a single number plate lit up. This meant no one chose this auction item.

The Golden Lion auctioneer's golden hair fluttered without wind, and he couldn't help but roar, "Do we have no warriors in our two clans? No one dares to pick up the God-Slaying Sword?"

Before the auction began, the two clans had communicated internally, and there were seven or eight potential candidates. But at this moment, none of them chose to step forward. Undoubtedly, they were all unsure of themselves and unwilling to fight. Both the lion and tiger races knew who the opponent was, an opponent that filled them with despair.

Even the strongest among the demon and nymph clans wouldn't want to throw their life away senselessly.

Such targeted auctions were not uncommon at the Ancestral Court's grand auction. Each clan could apply to the Ancestral Court for revenge or to issue a challenge... for the right price, of course. The price tag on this sword was simply because it had to have a price, but who knew what cost the lion and tiger races had paid behind the scenes to be able to present the sword at this auction!

Still, there was no movement amongst the bidders. The Golden Lion auctioneer couldn't help but rage. He gritted his teeth and started walking toward the heavy sword. He was one of the seven or eight candidates, and he also had no confidence. Others could hide, but he had no way out, considering everyone was watching him. For the honor of the Golden Lion clan, he had to step forward.

But just then, a light suddenly shone from one of the peaks.

The Golden Lion auctioneer abruptly stopped, looking up sharply in that direction.

It was an auction cave positioned lower on the mountain, its prominent number instantly catching his eye.

"Three-three-six? Bidder number 336 chooses to participate in the auction, bidding one naturae coin."

While internally thrilled, the Golden Lion auctioneer quickly searched his memory for any recollection of bidder 336. But he soon confirmed that this was not one of the known candidates.

Could it be a junior? But to attend this auction and have such financial capability, they couldn't be just anyone!

"Due to the special nature of this auction item, within seven days after this auction ends, the winner of the God-Slaying Sword must go to the Golden Lion Clan's headquarters in the Ancestral Court to claim it. Passing the test will grant ownership of the God-Slaying Sword."

Yes, it was number 336, Tang San's number. Tang San was indeed the one who acquired the God-Slaying Sword.

He was certainly not a member of the Lion or Tiger clans, but after careful consideration, he decided to participate in the bidding.

Obtaining the God-Slaying Sword would not be easy. The challenge within ten years was mandatory, and there would inevitably be restrictions from the lion and tiger races. Signing a contract was essential; otherwise, such a weapon wouldn't fall into his hands.

With that said, the test would definitely not take place on-site, as the auction's schedule could not be delayed. It would surely occur afterward, so he had time to deal with his own issues first. They would not chase after him or anything like that; Tang San’s guarantor—because participating in this auction as an individual also required a guarantor—was a prominent member of the Redemption Society, and had the necessary connections. They would make sure Tang San’s credentials were impeccable.

Of course, Tang San didn't bid on this four-meter-long greatsword for himself. He wasn't a member of the lion or tiger races, and even though he had the Lion-Tiger bloodline, he was still human. But just because he couldn't use it didn't mean no one else could. The Lion-Tiger Sword Saint was the perfect candidate.

After the Lion-Tiger Sword Saint's bloodline evolved, it became a true first-tier bloodline. With his accumulation, breaking through to godhood wouldn't be too difficult. The power of the Lion-Tiger bloodline far surpassed that of the Golden Lion and Golden Tiger bloodlines, after all. Big Cat’s future growth was limitless, and becoming a Great Demon King within ten years was not beyond the realm of possibility.

Yes, the Lion-Tiger clan and the lion and tiger races were indeed at odds, but that issue was rooted in the fact that the Lion-Tiger clan was considered cursed by their ancestors. Now, with Tang San's help, the bloodline issues plaguing them had been resolved. The rise of the Lion-Tiger clan was inevitable.

Previously, Tang San was worried that the two great golden lineages wouldn't allow the rise of such a hybrid race and would crush them before they grew strong enough. But from today's auction of the God-Slaying Sword, it seemed that the lion and tiger races were facing a great crisis. And in this crisis, what could be better than the emergence of a first-tier bloodline from among their ranks?

A first-tier bloodline meant the possibility of becoming a Demon Emperor!

The tiger race had the White Tiger Demon Emperor backing them, but the lion race had no Demon Emperor. If a first-tier bloodline appeared, there was still a chance for the lion race to rise, even if that bloodline wasn’t a hundred percent pure. The White Tiger Demon Emperor didn’t have a golden bloodline or whatever, but the tiger race still revered it after becoming a Demon Emperor. So why couldn't the Lion-Tiger Sword Saint become the future ruler of the lion race?

The resources required for the Lion-Tiger Sword Saint to break through to become a Demon King or even a future Great Demon King would be immense. With the powerful lion race supporting him, however, this was not much of a problem.

Thus, after careful consideration, Tang San judged that the benefits outweighed the risks. The Lion-Tiger Sword Saint would face significant challenges, but the chances of success were high. The probability of gaining the lion race's recognition was very high. Moreover, the God-Slaying Sword was no ordinary weapon!

Tang San felt the genuine aura of slaughter from the God-Slaying Sword. Its material was somewhat similar to a divine weapon he had once controlled. Although it couldn't compare to that Ultra Divine Weapon right now, it could undoubtedly be upgraded. No matter how challenging, such a great item for just one naturae coin couldn't be passed up!

Thus, Tang San ultimately chose to bid.

—Tang San, are you crazy?!

When the Golden Lion auctioneer announced number 336, Zhang Haoxuan's furious and shocked voice came through Tang San's communicator.

"Don't worry, Master. I'm not bidding for myself. I have confidence," Tang San responded calmly.

Zhang Haoxuan took a deep breath. If anyone else had said this to him, he would have rushed over to question them. But this was Tang San. He had witnessed too many miracles from Tang San, and Tang San had never let him down.

However, he couldn't help but remind him of something.

—The one guaranteeing for us is an important hidden member of the organization. If you don’t go or you fail the Golden Lions’ test, it might expose them. You must be careful!

In any case, the bidding had already begun, and it was too late for regrets.

"One naturae coin, first call!" The Golden Lion auctioneer below had started the countdown.

Of course, there were no other bids from the Lion or Tiger clans. Tang San acquired the God-Slaying Sword, which was not yet a divine weapon but had the potential to become one, for just one naturae coin!

The auction items continued to be presented, but such a "good deal" for one naturae coin would not reappear. Now that it was sold, the auctioneer was replaced by a fox clan member, a Blue Fox who looked somewhat like a Celestial Fox. The Blue Fox's fur was dark blue only at the tips, with the rest being white, making them look like white Celestial Foxes but with a peculiar blue glow.

This Blue Fox female auctioneer was extremely beautiful, much more visually appealing than the Golden Lion.