However, a senior expert from that major power swept a cold gaze over the various forces, causing them all to feel as if ice water had been poured over them, a chill running down their spines.
This was because the origins of this major power were truly extraordinary. It was known as the Silver Heaven Royal Clan, not only one of the three thousand royal clans, but also, in terms of overall strength, an absolutely top-tier powerful royal clan even among the three thousand royal clans.
Such a royal clan was far more powerful than ordinary royal clans, almost ranking among the strongest ancient clans beneath the imperial clans.
As for the Xuan Huang Essence, even the various Imperial Sons and Imperial Daughters were somewhat moved.
After all, the Xuan Huang Essence, to put it truly, was a foundational substance from the creation of a chaotic ancient universe. It was only born during the act of creation, and during the evolution of heaven and earth, it would continuously be depleted, leaving behind only a tiny bit in the end.
It could be said that compared to refining magical artifacts, the greater use of this Xuan Huang Essence lay in its immense utility for stabilizing an inner world's heaven and earth.
And the inner world's heaven and earth naturally held an indescribably great role for experts above the Great Power level.
Seeing the other party cut out a Chaos Supreme Treasure like the Xuan Huang Essence from the Chaos Primordial Stone, quite a few of the Changsheng Imperial Clan's experts changed their expressions. This was a huge loss.
Yet, the Changsheng Imperial Son smiled as usual, even cupping his hands and bowing towards this major power: "Congratulations to the Silver Heaven Royal Clan for cutting open the Xuan Huang Essence. A joyous and celebratory occasion!"
The peerless talent from the Silver Heaven Royal Clan was handsome and eye-catching, his flowing silver hair making him appear even more extraordinary, like a deity. He was an extremely powerful talent, even stronger than Gu Luo Wang and Jian Tian. He also cupped his hands and chuckled lightly towards the Changsheng Imperial Son: "Your Highness the Imperial Son is too polite. It was merely luck."
However, in that brief gesture and smile, there wasn't much respectful demeanor; it appeared more equal, as if facing a peer, without the need for the awe others showed towards an Imperial Son.
It was evident that Silver Moon Divine King possessed immense confidence in himself, having faith even when facing the strongest young supremes like Imperial Sons and Imperial Daughters.
"Divine King Silver Moon jests. Luck is also a form of strength," the Changsheng Imperial Son smiled, not particularly concerned.
After exchanging pleasantries, the old monster from the Silver Heaven Royal Clan personally stepped forward to oversee matters, his presence extremely terrifying. Even the several imperial clans had to be wary of this old monster's strength.
Of course, only the Silver Heaven Royal Clan had cut out a supreme treasure like the Xuan Huang Essence. The other major powers basically only cut out divine spirit sources like the initial Luo Tian Royal Clan, with values around a million.
Moreover, only ten forces had cut out treasures. The other twenty-plus forces either cut out ordinary stones or Chaos Primordial Stones containing malevolent entities, nearly causing disasters.
Fortunately, experts from various major powers were gathered here, and all were suppressed. Everything passed without incident.
Finally, after three hours, all the major powers had finished cutting. However, the cut Chaos Primordial Stones only accounted for one-third of all the stones; over two-thirds remained uncut.
At this moment, an elder Great Power from the Changsheng Imperial Clan spoke again to the various major powers: "Fellow Daoists, I wonder if anyone else wishes to continue cutting Chaos Primordial Stones? Although I dare not say every Chaos Primordial Stone contains a peerless treasure, even if just one is cut out, its value is immeasurable. Look at the Silver Heaven Royal Clan—didn't they cut out Xuan Huang Essence worth a billion?"
It must be said, the words of the Changsheng Imperial Clan's Great Power were very persuasive. Even if not every stone yielded a peerless treasure, once cut, its value could far exceed the total value of all previously traded Chaos Primordial Stones combined.
Undoubtedly, this was enticing.
Beside him, Gu Qingyang couldn't help but ask quietly: "Why doesn't the Changsheng Imperial Clan cut these Chaos Primordial Stones themselves? If they cut out another piece of Xuan Huang Essence, its value would probably overshadow all the other Chaos Primordial Stones."
Mo Haishen shook his head: "It's not that they don't want to, but they have no certainty. Because whether a Chaos Primordial Stone contains treasure is impossible to discern clearly; one can only rely on others to gamble. And generally speaking, the chance of a Chaos Primordial Stone yielding treasure is less than one in ten, let alone a Chaos Supreme Treasure like Xuan Huang Essence. The Silver Heaven Royal Clan was just giving face, casually buying a Chaos Primordial Stone worth eight million catties of spirit stones. Cutting out Xuan Huang Essence was something even they didn't expect."
Luo Guyun also said: "Since it's uncertain if such Chaos Supreme Treasures exist, and the probability is generally extremely low—most stones contain nothing, or only ordinary treasures—why not sell them for over ten times the price to obtain better divine spirit sources? The Changsheng Imperial Clan wouldn't easily do business at a loss."
Gu Qingyang let out a long "oh." He was inexperienced in the world, having basically cultivated within the Crimson Scale Demon Dragon Clan's dragon palace before, so he wasn't very clear about many external matters.
Now, hearing this, he realized there were so many intricacies involved.
However, feeling tempted was one thing, but no one present actively stepped forward. They also understood the intricacies.
Being able to cut out a palm-sized piece of Xuan Huang Essence from these Chaos Primordial Stones was already a miracle. To cut out another piece or a Chaos Supreme Treasure of similar value was undoubtedly a probability so small it was almost negligible.
Generally speaking, among Chaos Primordial Stones from the same location, it was basically impossible for another Chaos Supreme Treasure of equal value to exist.
Moreover, the various major powers had only bought one stone each earlier to curry favor with the Changsheng Imperial Clan, having already spent enough spirit stones. There was no need to waste more.
Thus, another good while passed, and still no one stepped forward wanting to buy Chaos Primordial Stones. The several imperial clans remained motionless from start to finish, never making a move.
At this moment, Luo Yingu stepped forward again, seemingly gritting his teeth and making up his mind: "Your Highness the Imperial Son, my Luo Tian Royal Clan is willing to buy another Chaos Primordial Stone. I refuse to believe we can't cut out something good this time."
Seeing this, many major powers understood clearly: the Luo Tian Royal Clan, to thoroughly curry favor with the Changsheng Imperial Clan, was willing to sacrifice more wealth, even if buying a worthless stone.
Sure enough, witnessing this scene, many from the Changsheng Imperial Clan viewed the Luo Tian Royal Clan much more favorably, showing more smiles and secretly nodding at the Luo Tian Royal Clan's understanding of how to conduct themselves.
However, Luo Yingu did not make the purchase immediately. Instead, he cupped his hands towards the crowd and smiled: "If we simply buy stones, it seems a bit dull. How about we make it a more interesting game?"
Hearing this, many major powers became interested, curious about what Luo Yingu meant by a "more interesting game."
Luo Yingu laughed: "The so-called game is nothing more than a gamble. I wish to invite a Fellow Daoist to gamble with my Luo Tian Royal Clan, betting on whose cut Chaos Primordial Stone has greater value. Of course, gambling on stones naturally requires some stakes. Whoever loses must pay the cost of the Chaos Primordial Stone and the treasure within for the other party. I wonder which Fellow Daoist is interested?"
Hearing this, many became somewhat interested. Such stone gambling was indeed quite interesting, much more fun than simple stone gambling.
Of course, interest was one thing. If they lost, the loss wouldn't be crippling, but it wouldn't be low either.
Therefore, for a moment, no one immediately stepped forward.
The several imperial clans merely watched.
At this moment, the Luo Tian Royal Clan suddenly looked towards Gu Jiuhua and spoke: "Gu Jiuhua, why doesn't your Crimson Scale Demon Dragon Clan buy a Chaos Primordial Stone? Can't you afford it, or do you think none of the Chaos Primordial Stones in the Changsheng Hall contain supreme treasures?"
Undoubtedly, Luo Yingu was deliberately setting a trap for Gu Jiuhua. Saying they couldn't afford it damaged the Crimson Scale Demon Dragon Clan's reputation. If they thought none of the Chaos Primordial Stones contained supreme treasures, it would directly offend the Changsheng Imperial Clan.
Gu Jiuhua's expression changed; he naturally heard Luo Yingu's intention and had to admit the other's malicious intent.
At this moment, the various major powers looked towards the Crimson Scale Demon Dragon Clan.
Among them, the Hua Imperial Dynasty also paid attention. However, the leading Imperial Son Hua Chengdao's expression darkened, as did Hua Yuntian and Prince Hua Yu behind him. They naturally recognized them.
Especially upon seeing Ye Chen and the other three, their faces turned as dark as water.
Only now did they realize Ye Chen and his group had also entered the Changsheng Hall.
Others clearly noticed the change in expression on the faces of the Hua Imperial Dynasty's Imperial Son and others, then looked towards the Crimson Scale Demon Dragon Clan, curious if this clan had offended the Hua Imperial Dynasty.
And the Poluo Imperial Son also clearly noticed the presence of Ye Chen and his group, especially the leading Ye Chen. For some reason, he always felt this young man seemed familiar, though he couldn't immediately recall where he had met him.
Gu Jiuhua coldly said to Luo Yingu: "Luo Yingu, don't slander my Crimson Scale Demon Dragon Clan."
Luo Yingu sneered: "If that's the case, why not buy?"
"Of course we'll buy. We just haven't decided which piece to buy yet," Gu Jiuhua had to say this, even if forcing himself.
"Good. In that case, let's gamble on stones. I wonder if you dare to gamble with my Luo Tian Royal Clan," Luo Yingu smiled very sinisterly, then changed his tone: "Of course, if your Crimson Scale Demon Dragon Clan can't afford to gamble, you can just say so. My Luo Tian Royal Clan won't force you."
"Despicable!" Even though Gu Qingyang was inexperienced, he knew Luo Yingu's malicious intent—clearly a provocation.
If they gambled, they might not win. If they lost, they'd have to pay the other party's Chaos Primordial Stone cost. The Crimson Scale Demon Dragon Clan was ultimately in decline, unable to compare with the three thousand royal clans. If they lost, the loss would be great.
But if they didn't gamble, it would give the various major powers a bad impression, and it would be a sign of weakness against their rival.
"We'll gamble!" Gu Jiuhua said coldly. No matter what, they couldn't show weakness.