NOVEL WEB Chapter 786: The Mysterious Crystal Ball?
Zhao Wuji saw this and whispered to Luo Chen, "Master, if you're truly determined to acquire the Skyfire Furnace, perhaps I can assist you."
Luo Chen turned to Zhao Wuji, a hint of confusion in his eyes, "Manager Zhao, what is your insight?"
Zhao Wuji smiled slightly, took out a golden token from his chest, and handed it to Luo Chen, "This is our auction house's VIP token. Those who possess this token have priority rights at the auction. If you bid with this token, the other bidders might be more hesitant."
Luo Chen accepted the token, feeling grateful, but he also understood that the token's value was significant, and he couldn't accept this kindness lightly, "Manager Zhao, this token is too valuable; I can't accept it without merit."
Zhao Wuji waved his hand, indicating that Luo Chen needn't be concerned, "Master, you are our auction house's esteemed guest. Moreover, if you gain anything at this auction, it will enhance our reputation as well. Consider this token a gesture of goodwill from us."
Luo Chen nodded, gave Zhao Wuji a grateful look, and then turned his attention back to the auction stage.
He took a deep breath and raised the token in his hand.
The auctioneer, seeing this, immediately announced loudly, "Master Luo Chen has bid, holding the VIP token, with priority rights!"
The room was instantly abuzz, and the other bidders looked at each other, ultimately not daring to make a bid.
The Skyfire Furnace thus fell into Luo Chen's hands at a relatively reasonable price.
After the auction ended, Luo Chen held a small Artifact Refining lecture as promised at the auction house.
During the lecture, he not only shared his insights into Artifact Refining but also demonstrated how to use the Skyfire Furnace to craft a magic artifact.
After the lecture, many cultivators were full of praise for Luo Chen's skills, expressing that they greatly benefited.
Successfully acquiring the Skyfire Furnace, Luo Chen then proceeded to purchase some special refining materials at the auction house.
Having completed these tasks, he headed to the valley with Qing Shuang.
After returning to the valley, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang began preparing for the upcoming exploration of the ruins.
They knew that the ruins were filled with unknown dangers, and thus they needed to prepare thoroughly.
Luo Chen installed the newly acquired Skyfire Furnace in the refining room, starting to craft some special magic artifacts in case of emergency.
Qing Shuang set up layers of Defensive Arrays in the valley, ensuring that it would remain safe even in their absence.
Both of them were busy, but their hearts were filled with anticipation and tension.
"Luo Chen, do you really think this expedition to the ruins will be fruitful?" Qing Shuang asked during a break.
Luo Chen paused his work, looking at Qing Shuang seriously, "I believe that as long as we are well-prepared, we can definitely find what we need. Moreover, this is also a good opportunity to test our cultivation and Artifact Refining skills."
Qing Shuang nodded, knowing that Luo Chen was right.
They were no longer novice cultivators. After undergoing so many trials, they had grown significantly.
After thorough preparations, Luo Chen and Qing Shuang finally embarked on their journey to the ruins.
They proceeded with caution, avoiding many potential dangers, and finally arrived at the legendary entrance to the ruins.
The entrance of the ruins was shrouded in a layer of mysterious fog, and Luo Chen and Qing Shuang stood at the entrance, exchanging a look of determination.
"Let's go in," Luo Chen said.
Qing Shuang nodded, and together they stepped into the fog.
The fog dissipated, and they found themselves standing before a massive Stone Gate.
The Stone Gate was covered with ancient runes, emitting a faint glow.
"It seems this is the key to entering the ruins," Luo Chen observed the runes on the Stone Gate carefully.
Qing Shuang took out an Ancient Tome from her chest, which they had found during their preparations and contained much information about the ruins.
"According to the Ancient Tome, these runes need to be activated in a specific sequence to open the Stone Gate," Qing Shuang said.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang began attempting to activate the runes. After numerous attempts, they finally found the correct sequence.
As the last rune was activated, the Stone Gate slowly opened, revealing a pathway leading into the depths of the ruins.
They cautiously walked into the passage, with glowing gemstones embedded in the walls on both sides lighting their path.
At the end of the passage was a spacious hall, with a giant Crystal Ball placed in the center.
"This Crystal Ball seems to contain a powerful energy," Luo Chen said.
Qing Shuang stepped forward, placed her hand on the Crystal Ball, and closed her eyes to sense it.
A moment later, she opened her eyes, a hint of surprise in them.
"Luo Chen, a powerful soul is sealed within this Crystal Ball, and it seems to be waiting for something," Qing Shuang said.
Luo Chen furrowed his brows, sensing the powerful force within the Crystal Ball but also a tinge of danger.
"We need to proceed cautiously and not easily trigger the mechanisms here," Luo Chen reminded.
Qing Shuang nodded, knowing Luo Chen was right.
They began searching for clues in the hall, hoping to find a way to break the seal on the Crystal Ball.
Just then, footsteps echoed from the other end of the hall.
Luo Chen and Qing Shuang immediately became alert, quickly hiding behind a massive stone pillar to observe the newcomers.
The newcomers were a group of black-robed cultivators, seemingly also drawn to the ruins.
Leading the group was a middle-aged man with a somber expression, surveying the surroundings, his gaze finally landing on the Crystal Ball.