Chapter 2099 - 1926: Gamble!

However, amidst the powerful factions, an elder from a previous generation coldly scanned the various forces, and each of them felt as though cold water had been poured down their spines, a shiver traveling through their bones.

This faction’s origins were extraordinary, known as the Silver Sky Royal Family, not only ranking among the Three Thousand Royal Families but standing ahead even among them in terms of overall power, making it a formidable royal clan.

Such a royal family is far stronger than ordinary ones, almost reaching the ranks of the strongest ancient clans beneath the Emperor Clan.

Even the various Emperor’s sons and daughters are moved by the Xuanhuang Essence.

Because the Xuanhuang Essence truly originates from the Heaven and Earth Creation of a Chaos Ancient Universe, birthed only during the creation, yet as the universe evolves, it constantly depletes until only a tiny amount remains.

For refining Magic Artifacts, the Xuanhuang Essence serves a greater purpose in stabilizing the Inner World Heaven and Earth.

And for the Great Power’s strong practitioners, the Inner World Heaven and Earth holds indescribable and immense significance.

Upon seeing the other party cut the Xuanhuang Essence, such a Chaos Treasure, from the Chaos Primordial Stone, those Emperor Clan powerhouses of the Longevity Hall were visibly changed, marking a great loss.

Yet the Emperor Changsheng maintained his smile, even cupping his hand in salute to the powerful faction, saying, "Congratulations to the Silver Sky Royal Family for cutting out the Xuanhuang Essence, joyous indeed!"

The outstanding Heavenly Pride from the Silver Sky Royal Family, with striking silver hair making him seem like a Divinity, showed immense strength, even surpassing the Ancient Luo King and Jiantian, and similarly smiled at the Emperor Changsheng while clasping his hand, saying, "Your Highness is too kind, it was merely lucky."

A smile accompanied by hands clasped in greeting, yet it lacked much reverence, appearing more like addressing a peer rather than others who needed to look up to the Emperor’s son.

This demonstrated Silver Moon God King’s immense confidence in himself, maintaining assurance even when faced with the strongest Young Supreme, the Emperor’s sons and daughters.

"Silver Moon God King jests, luck is also a form of strength," Emperor Changsheng laughed lightly, appearing indifferent.

After some pleasantries exchanged, the Old Immortal of the Silver Sky Royal Family personally appeared to preside, being extremely fearsome, feared by even several major Emperor Clans due to his strength.

Of course, only the Silver Sky Royal Family cut out such a treasure as the Xuanhuang Essence; other major powers mostly cut out Divine Spiritual Origins similar to the initial Luotian Royal Family, each valued around a million.

Moreover, only ten factions managed to cut treasures; the remaining twenty factions either cut ordinary stones or Chaos Primordial Stones containing evil beings, nearly causing disasters.

Fortunately, the gathering of various forces’ strong practitioners here ensured everything was suppressed, avoiding danger.

Finally, after three hours, all major forces completed cutting, but only a third of the Chaos Primordial Stones were cut, with more than two-thirds remaining.

At this time, a Great Power elder from the Longevity Emperor Clan spoke again to the various forces, "Fellow Daoists, is there anyone willing to continue cutting the Chaos Primordial Stones? Although not every stone contains an unparalleled treasure, even cutting one would be invaluable; didn’t the Silver Sky Royal Family cut a Xuanhuang Essence worth ten billion?"

Indeed, the words of the Great Power of the Longevity Emperor Clan were enticing, as even if not every stone contained a supreme treasure, cutting one could have a value far exceeding the combined worth of all previously traded Chaos Primordial Stones.

Undoubtedly, it was tempting to many.

Beside him, Guu Qingyang couldn’t resist whispering, "Why doesn’t the Longevity Emperor Clan cut these Chaos Primordial Stones themselves? If another piece of Xuanhuang Essence is cut out, it would overshadow the value of all Chaos Primordial Stones."

Mo Haishen shook his head, "It’s not that they don’t want to, but there’s no certainty. One cannot discern whether the Chaos Primordial Stone contains treasures, leaving it for others to gamble on. Generally, the chance of cutting a treasure from these stones is less than one in ten, much less a Chaos Treasure like the Xuanhuang Essence, which the Silver Sky Royal Family merely bought casually, cutting out by sheer luck a stone worth eight million Spirit Stones."

Luoo Guyun also said, "Given the unpredictability of finding Chaos Treasure, with generally low odds, mostly plain stones or ordinary treasures emerging, why not sell at tenfold price for better Divine Spiritual Origins? The Longevity Emperor Clan wouldn’t easily engage in unprofitable trades."

Guu Qingyang sighed, having little experience as he spent most time training in the Dragon Palace of the Red-scaled Demon Dragon clan, hence lacking external insights.

Now, upon hearing, he realized the intricate workings within.

Yet despite desires, no one stepped forward because they understood the underlying complexities.

Although cutting a palm-sized Xuanhuang Essence from these Chaos Primordial Stones was already considered miraculous, hoping for another similar treasure or equally valuable Chaos Treasure was as negligible as thinking of.

Generally, it’s impossible for another equally valued Chaos Treasure to exist within one’s location of Chaos Primordial Stones.

Moreover, all major forces previously bought a piece only to build good relations with the Longevity Emperor Clan, having already spent enough Spirit Stones, there was no need to waste more.

Thus, quite some time passed, and still no one came forward to try their luck with the Chaos Primordial Stone, while several Emperor Clans remained unmoved and did not make a bid.

At this moment, Luo Yingu stepped forward again, seemingly gritting his teeth with resolve and said, "Emperor, our Luotian Royal Family is willing to buy another piece of Chaos Primordial Stone. We refuse to believe that nothing good will come out of this cut."

Seeing this, many major forces understood that the Luotian Royal Family was willing to sacrifice more wealth to thoroughly win over the Longevity Emperor Clan, even if they were purchasing a useless stone.

Indeed, upon witnessing this scene, many from the Longevity Emperor Clan looked more favorably towards the Luotian Royal Family, with some smiles apparent as they nodded in agreement, recognizing the Royal Family’s tact.

However, Luo Yingu did not buy immediately but instead clasped his fists and smiled at the crowd, saying: "Merely buying stones seems slightly dull. Why not make it into a more interesting game?"

Upon hearing this, many major forces became intrigued and curious about what interesting game Luo Yingu was referring to.

Luo Yingu laughed and said: "The so-called game is nothing more than gambling. I would like to invite a Fellow Daoist to engage in a wager with our Luotian Royal Family, betting on whose Chaos Primordial Stone yields more value. Naturally, gambling on stones requires stakes. Whoever loses must bear the cost of the Chaos Primordial Stone and any treasures within it for the other party. Is any Fellow Daoist interested?"

Hearing these words, a number of people showed some interest, finding such a stone betting game much more engaging than simple stone gambling.

Of course, interested they may be, if one loses, the loss would not be crippling, but still substantial.

Therefore, for the moment, no one stepped forward immediately.

The major Empire Clans merely observed.

Just then, the Luotian Royal Family looked to Guu Jiuhua and suddenly spoke: "Guu Jiuhua, why doesn’t your Red-scaled Demon Dragon tribe buy a piece of Chaos Primordial Stone? Can’t afford it, or do you think there’s no treasure in all the stones within the Longevity Hall?"

Unquestionably, at this moment, Luo Yingu intentionally set a trap for Guu Jiuhua, suggesting that they couldn’t afford it which would damage the reputation of the Red-scaled Demon Dragon tribe, or outright offending the Longevity Emperor Clan by implying no treasure existed within the stones.

Guu Jiuhua’s expression changed, naturally understanding Luo Yingu’s malicious intent.

The major forces all turned their attention to the Red-scaled Demon Dragon tribe.

Among them, especially the Hua Dynasty also paid attention, though leading Emperor Hua Chengdao’s expression was turning sullen, as was Hua Yuntian and Prince Hua Yu’s behind him, naturally recognizing them.

Especially when seeing Ye Chen and the others, their demeanor was like water.

At this time, they realized that Ye Chen and his companions had also entered the Longevity Hall.

Others clearly noticed the face changes of Hua Dynasty’s Emperor and the rest, again focusing on the Red-scaled Demon Dragon tribe, curious if this tribe had offended the Hua Dynasty.

Emperor Brahma clearly also noticed Ye Chen’s presence, especially Ye Chen leading the group, for some reason, he felt a sense of familiarity, though he couldn’t recall where he had met him.

Guu Jiuhua coldly addressed Luo Yingu: "Luo Yingu, do not slander our Red-scaled Demon Dragon tribe."

Luo Yingu sneered: "If that’s the case, why not buy?"

"Naturally we will buy; we just haven’t decided which one yet." Guu Jiuhua responded, bracing himself.

"Good, if that’s settled, then let’s engage in a stone wager. I wonder if you’ll dare to gamble stones with our Luotian Royal Family." Luo Yingu’s smile was cunning and he quickly changed his tone: "Of course, if your Red-scaled Demon Dragon tribe can’t afford to gamble, we won’t force it."

"Despicable!" Guu Qingyang, though inexperienced in worldly affairs, understood Luo Yingu’s malicious intent, clearly employing a provocation tactic.

Even engaging in a stone wager might not guarantee victory. If they lost, they’d have to bear the costs. The Red-scaled Demon Dragon tribe was indeed in decline, incomparable to the Three Thousand Royal Families, and a loss would be significant.

But not participating in the wager would leave a bad impression on major forces, weakening their position.

"Then gamble we shall!" Guu Jiuhua coldly replied, unwilling to appear weak.