Starting from primitive world, building the strongest divine kingdom Chapter 316: Chapter316:Has Enzo Evolved?

Enzo, too, sensed the peculiarity of his body. He furrowed his brow, pondering, "Could this be a result of the myriad experiences in that mysterious relic, or perhaps sothing triggered during this assessnt?"

Yet, he reassured Flora, "Do not worry. I'm not entirely certain myself, but it should be nothing serious—perhaps even a blessing."

Just then, Enzo's communicator suddenly beeped. He picked it up to see it was a call from Kosor.

"Enzo! I've heard that you truly shone in this assessnt, aha!"

Kosor's resounding voice reverberated through the communicator, "Don't forget the banquet in three days. Many important people will be attending, so you must prepare thoroughly."

"Kosor, is your banquet really just a celebration?" Enzo inquired skeptically.

With a nonchalant smile, Kosor refrained from providing a direct answer.

"Well, you'll find out when you arrive. Surely, you're not afraid to co?"

With that, Kosor ended the call.

It seed certain that Enzo would indeed attend.

Flora turned to Enzo and asked, "Shall I accompany you to the banquet in three days?"

"That would be fine." Enzo replied, "but you must obey my instructions and not wander off, understood?"

"Rest assured, I will follow your lead."

...

Three days later.

Kosor's banquet comnced in earnest.

However Enzo did not rush to arrive.

In the intervening days, his body had been undergoing continuous evolution.

He felt his cultivation steadily advancing, akin to a silkworm erging from its cocoon.

His skin had undergone a complete renewal. Although it had been excruciatingly painful, he now felt an unparalleled sense of comfort.

The new skin resembled resilient armor, radiating a mysterious sheen, with every inch resonating subtly with the elents in the air. Enzo attempted to channel the energy within him and discovered it flowed more smoothly than before, as if his body had transford into a vessel capable of containing greater and more formidable power.

Standing before the mirror, he gazed at his revitalized self, a blend of astonishnt and apprehension stirring within him. This unexpected evolution was a double-edged sword. He pondered whether it heralded fortune or misfortune, and whether Kosor's banquet would present new challenges awaiting him.

Flora gazed at Enzo with awe in her eyes, exclaiming, "Enzo, you now resemble a true deity. It's simply astonishing."

Enzo chuckled softly and ruffled Flora's hair, saying, "Co, we mustn't keep everyone waiting too long."

As Enzo and Flora arrived at the banquet, all eyes were drawn to them. The crowd, taken aback by Enzo's transformation, displayed expressions of astonishnt.

Matilda approached with her father, a formidable middle-aged man with piercing eyes. He scrutinized Enzo from head to toe and nodded slightly, "So you are Enzo? Indeed, you stand apart."

Enzo bowed slightly, "It is an honor to et you, Mr. White. I have long admired your reputation."

Mr. White smiled, "My daughter often speaks of you. Seeing you in person, it is apparent you are a striking figure. I hear your performance in the recent assessnt was exceptional, and you deftly evaded the machinations of the Pride Temple—quite impressive."

At that mont, Kosor approached, his gaze on Enzo harboring a hint of sothing unusual. "Enzo, you've arrived. It seems you've undergone quite a transformation these past few days."

Enzo looked at Kosor, "Kosor, I suspect this gathering is not solely for celebration, is it?"

Kosor laughed heartily, "Certainly not! Today, there is a significant announcent to make. But first, let us indulge in the festivities."

During the banquet, laughter and rrint filled the air as guests savored a variety of delicacies and enjoyed captivating performances. Yet, Enzo remained vigilant, sensing sothing amiss about the evening.

Suddenly, the lights dimd, and a colossal screen erged on stage, displaying ancient texts and symbols that Enzo felt he had encountered before.

Kosor ascended the stage and addressed the crowd, "Ladies and gentlen, I invite you to partake in this banquet, but what I wish to reveal to you all is of utmost significance."

With that, he clapped his hands, and shortly thereafter, a server erged, bearing a precious artifact.

As he unveiled the treasure, it beca evident that it was the legendary Ancestor at, recently acquired.

It is worth noting that Ancestor at is a true treasure!

Could Kosor be intending to auction it?

"Oh my heavens, is that truly Ancestor at?" Exclaid a guest from the crowd.

"I believe this is the first ti I've ever laid eyes on such a grand piece of Ancestor at—no, it is indeed Ancestor at. I've never witnessed it in my lifeti."

"Shut your foul mouth, country bumpkin! This Ancestor at… I too am seeing it for the first ti,aha."

Flora gazed at the Ancestor at in astonishnt.

She tugged at Enzo's sleeve and whispered, "Enzo, is this Ancestor at genuine?"

"Absolutely." Enzo replied, "though I am curious as to what sche Kosor has in mind. Could he really be auctioning the Ancestor at?"

As the crowd buzzed with speculation, Kosor interjected, "Ladies and gentlen, I need not elaborate on the rarity of this Ancestor at. Today, I present it not just for display, but for auction. The highest bidder shall claim it."

Upon hearing that Kosor intended to auction Ancestor at, the banquet erupted in excitent.

"This is an extraordinary opportunity! Should one be fortunate enough to acquire the Ancestor at, it might just propel them beyond their limits."

A venerable elder, his hair white as snow, exclaid with fervor, his eyes shimring with an insatiable glint, fixed intently on the Ancestor at, as if he envisioned his own power magnifying before him.

"Humph, you dream too sweetly. Such a precious item is not so easily obtained. It will undoubtedly fetch an exorbitant price."

Beside them, a young man adorned in extravagant attire let out a dismissive snort, yet he unconsciously clenched his fists, clearly fixated on acquiring the Ancestor at.

Enzo furrowed his brow. He understood that the ergence of Ancestor at was no re coincidence. Kosor's decision to auction it off at this mont certainly harbored ulterior motives.

Furthermore, this auction was poised to incite considerable upheaval, given that all present were prominent figures who would likely resort to any ans necessary to secure the prized Ancestor at.

"Kosor, from whence did you procure this Ancestor at? Surely, there are no complications involved?" a rugged voice bood through the crowd. The speaker was a brawny man, arms crossed over his chest, his gaze imbued with skepticism.

Kosor offered a slight smile and replied, "Fear not, esteed guests. The provenance of this Ancestor at is entirely trustworthy. I acquired it at great expense from a mysterious source, though I must regretfully withhold specifics."

As the auction comnced, prices surged precipitously.

"Ten million Elental Origin Crystals!" an aristocrat was the first to bid.

"Fifteen million!" The white-haired elder retorted defiantly.

The price continued to escalate, swiftly surpassing fifty million Elental Origin Crystals. The attendees were awestruck by the soaring figures, yet bidding persisted unabated.

Matilda frowned at Enzo and remarked, "Enzo, this price is utterly insane! Have they all lost their minds?"

Enzo shook his head. "They haven't lost their wits. They recognize the imnse worth of Ancestor at. Securing it would yield imasurable enhancent to their own prowess."

Just as the price reached eighty million Elental Origin Crystals, a mysterious voice suddenly resonated throughout the hall. "One hundred million Elental Origin Crystals!"

The price left everyone gasping in astonishnt, turning their gazes toward the source of the voice.

In the corner stood a figure shrouded in a dark cloak, his features obscured from view.

Kosor's eyes sparkled with intrigue: "This esteed individual bids one hundred million Elental Origin Crystals. Is there a higher offer?"

A profound silence enveloped the room, for a hundred million Elental Origin Crystals far exceeded the financial limits of many present.

Just as Kosor was poised to bring down the gavel, Enzo suddenly interjected, "One hundred ten million Elental Origin Crystals!"

Gasps of surprise rippled through the crowd as they turned to Enzo, astonished by his boldness at such a mont.

The cloaked figure shuddered imperceptibly, seemingly taken aback.

"Who are you to challenge for the Ancestor at?"

The figure asked coldly, his voice laced with an undercurrent of nace.

Unfazed, Enzo t his gaze. "I am Enzo, and this Ancestor at is mine for the taking."

The cloaked figure snorted disdainfully. "Hmph, let us see if you possess the capability to claim it."

With that, a formidable aura emanated from him, pressing down upon Enzo.

Though he felt the weight of the pressure, Enzo did not retreat. Instead, he summoned his Soul Fortress to counter it.

"I bid one hundred fifty million!" The cloaked figure declared, opting for words over action.

"One hundred fifty-one million!" Enzo countered, increasing his offer by a re million.

Every incrent felt as if it could crush spirits.

Especially in the heat of an auction.

Yet, none could have anticipated that this entire bidding war had been ticulously orchestrated between Enzo and Kosor.

After Enzo's bid, Kosor nodded approvingly at him.

The cloaked figure, unable to remain composed, raised the stakes abruptly: "Two hundred million!"

"Two hundred one million!"

"Three hundred million!" The cloaked figure fud, his teeth clenched in irritation, as Enzo had deftly maneuvered him into a corner with the rules of the ga. He intended to make Enzo falter.

Flora gently tugged at Enzo's sleeve, her voice laced with concern: "Enzo, three hundred million is a price too steep!"

Matilda added her voice to the plea: "If you truly desire this Ancestor at, I can have my father procure it for you. Kosor's offering is simply not worth it."

"It's alright. I shall bid… three hundred fifty million!" Enzo declared, this ti opting for a significant leap of fifty million rather than a re incrent of one hundred.

It seed he was resolute in his pursuit of the Ancestor at.

"Impudent brat, are you toying with ?" The cloaked figure seethed, his eyes blazing with fury.

Enzo shrugged nonchalantly: "Forgive , but I take pleasure in it. Not satisfied? Then raise your bid!"

"You…"

"I raise the bid to five hundred million!"

Before the cloaked figure could articulate his retort, a commanding voice resonated from the entrance.

Turning towards the sound, they beheld the leader of the Pride Temple striding forward, accompanied by the temple's deity, radiating an air of authority.