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Chapter 571: Auction Competition! The Fun Begins!
Chapter 571: Auction Competition! The Fun Begins!
This was a rather unique venue.
Here, there were no ordinary seats, only special private boxes with a view of the outside.
Aside from these, there was a massive hall and a corridor leading to each of the boxes.
There were about a hundred of these boxes.
Among them, nine stood out with a more spacious and distinctive design compared to the rest.
Their numbers were also unique, each a double-digit overlapping sequence.
For example, 11, 22, and so on up to 99.
It was clear that the box number 17, where Su Ping was, was just one of the many smaller boxes.
However, despite its size, this small box also offered a view of the outside.
Su Ping and Jiao Ji had arrived early, as was evident.
After scanning the auction items, Su Ping finally had some leisure time to look outside.
Then, he spotted the only familiar face he could see from his position.
Dong Mu Yun was followed by a group of people, and upon a quick glance, there were at least a dozen of them.
Among them, Su Ping immediately recognized a figure he had noticed before.
Shen Qiu, the chairman and helmsman of the Shan He Group. During the Beast Tamer Tournament, he had been with the Shen Fu family.
An Overlord-ranked Beast Tamer, his strength was not particularly noteworthy, but the Shan He Group was a true behemoth in the Dragon Nation, dominating a significant market share in several central provinces, including Zhongyuan and Qilu.
At the helm of this corporate giant was a middle-aged businessman wearing gold-rimmed glasses, appearing gentle and refined.
Accompanying this group, and even leading them, was a slightly dark-skinned, slender man.
Is this the Governor of the Western Island Block? A Saint Spirit-ranked Beast Tamer? Su Ping nodded but didn't pay much attention.
With Qian Yi's evolution, Saint Spirit-ranked Beast Tamers were no longer a level he had to look up to.
Recently, Qian Yi had been quiet, seemingly researching the Dragon-Slaying Sword in his Death Sword Domain.
Once Little Flame and Little Crow reached the Imperial Rank, he might truly have the strength to compete with, or even defeat, Saint Spirit-ranked Beast Tamers.
As Su Ping's gaze fell upon them, the group outside laughed and chatted.
"Miss Dong, how is our Golden Auction on Jade Island? Pretty good, right?"
Dong Mu Yun, in response to Governor Merk's question, looked at the splendid auction hall. Although she personally didn't favor the flashy decor, she smiled and nodded:
"Indeed, it's truly impressive!"
"Hahaha!" In these private boxes, they could see the outside hall, but the outside couldn't see into the boxes. Not only that, even spiritual senses were blocked, an outstanding feature ensuring the best auction experience for their clients.
Governor Merk laughed heartily.
Just then, a voice echoed through the hall. From behind Dong Mu Yun, a tall woman approached, followed by several others:
"Merk, you still love to promote your terrible aesthetic to guests! I hope the guests from the East haven't been put off by your dreadful taste."
Governor Merk turned around:
"Oh, it's Naya! Long time no see."
Naya, without acknowledging him, showed interest in Dong Mu Yun:
"The woman of the most famous breeder in the Blue Continent these past six months? She's quite beautiful, but unfortunately, her taste is lacking."
Dong Mu Yun's eyebrows rose, and she glared at Naya.
Governor Merk stepped in:
"Miss Dong, this is Governor Naya from the Northern Archipelago of the Thousand Islands Nation. She's a Saint Spirit-ranked Beast Tamer and is highly skilled in Undead lineage breeding."
Dong Mu Yun nodded but didn't respond. Governor Naya didn't pay them any mind either and walked straight into box number 17.
"Hahaha, Merk, you've done a great job with this auction! You've gathered quite a collection of good items!"
"It's Elder Harto!"
This time, Merk spoke in a special language, and the strange-looking elder before them responded in the same language.
"Merk, you've done well with this auction. No wonder so many guests have come from afar! Since that's the case, I won't need to report the early auction to the Emperor."
Elder Harto smiled and said.
Merk laughed, "It's all thanks to friends from various places who gave us the opportunity to gather these decent items. I hope they won't disappoint Elder Harto."
Elder Harto shook his head, "Disappointed or not, that remains to be seen!"
At this point, Elder Harto switched to the Dragon Language, widely used in the Thousand Islands Nation:
"Not to mention, I'm determined to get the Yin Water. My unambitious son's Ocean Sprite is counting on it to advance further!"
Upon hearing this, even from within the box, one could see Merk's face change slightly.
It is evident that this fellow had been speaking in the local dialect until now, and his sudden switch to the more universal Dragon Language is clearly a tactic to intimidate the other bidders vying for the Tai Yin Shui resource. However, the Emperor of the Ten Thousand Islands Kingdom has explicitly stated that while governors from various regions are allowed to participate in auctions and trade conferences, they must not abuse their privileges and instead ensure the freedom of trade.
At this moment, Harto is clearly disregarding the rules.
He furrowed his brows and turned to Harto.
"Senior Harto, what are you..."
"Haha, Merk, don't worry. After all, not all the attendees of the auction have arrived yet! I was just joking, but this Tai Yin Shui is indeed quite useful to me. I'll be heading to the private box to await the start of the auction.
And, is this the Miss Dong from the Dragon Nation? I am Harto; it's a pleasure to meet you, Miss Dong. If you have the time, you are welcome to visit my Crimson Flame Island in the Eastern Island Block. The Eastern Island Block is also very interested in the products of Su Ping's industry."
Dong Muchun smiled and agreed, and the old man turned to leave.
Watching Harto leave, it was clear that Merk's expression had turned sour.
Later, someone finally emerged from a private box to greet and pay respects to the Governor of the Western Island Block, but they seemed rather distracted.
Dong Muchun and Shen Qiu exchanged glances, and the members of the Golden Heart Society proceeded as planned and entered Private Box 55.
Only Governor Merk was left to receive the arriving guests.
Obviously, Su Ping, who had gained entry through capital verification, was not on Merk's list of guests to receive.
Sitting in the private box, Su Ping observed that the remaining boxes were reserved for specific individuals.
Beast tamers from the Cherry Country, Lion Country, Mummy Country, and others of similar status were among those on the list.
Su Ping also spotted the 'Ambassador' from the Dragon Nation stationed in the Ten Thousand Islands Kingdom. He was a middle-aged man with a goatee, exuding shrewdness, and possessed an Imperial Rank cultivation level.
However, Su Ping paid him no mind.
In fact, he didn't even bother to give more than a glance to the governor from the south who made the last entrance.
The words spoken by Governor Harto had not only reached Su Ping's ears but also those of the Jelly Princess.
So, after a moment of thought, Su Ping turned to the Jelly Princess.
"Senior, do you have enough money?"
The Jelly Princess glanced at the cautious young man, feeling speechless.
"Rest assured, not only do I have some resources of the same level, but I've also killed many ungrateful creatures, including several Saint Spirit Beasts. The value of selling their bodies is more than sufficient."
Only then did Su Ping nod.
Finally, the time slowly approached 9 a.m.
This was also Su Ping's third day out.
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Su Ping estimated that the arm of the Sea King Naga and the Radiant Dragon Essence from the Feather Saint should be ready by now.
Therefore, Su Ping knew that after this auction ended, it would be time to return home.
As for Dong Muchun's personal matters here, Su Ping believed that she would exercise discretion, and there was no need for him to intervene excessively. Moreover, she had the protection of the Mad Saint, and even if a Saint Spirit were to attack her, they likely wouldn't be able to harm her in a short time.
"Distinguished colleagues from the Pearl of the Sea and esteemed officials from various regions, I, Liu Li Island, representing the Ten Thousand Islands Kingdom, welcome you all! The annual auction and trade conference of the Ten Thousand Islands Kingdom officially commence! The auction will be held today, while the trade conference will last for three consecutive days. All legitimate trades and goods will be protected by the Ten Thousand Islands Kingdom, requiring only a nominal fee..."
Su Ping listened intently.
Trade is an eternal aspect of human society, and finance is a byproduct of trade reaching a certain level.
In this era of beast tamers with extraordinary abilities, Su Ping also needed to understand how finance might influence the beast society.
Unfortunately, Merk seemed to assume that everyone present was already familiar with the trade rules, and surprisingly, he didn't elaborate further on them before stepping down from the stage.
The next to take the stage was a dignified lady and a man in a tailcoat.
This signaled the start of the auction.
Indeed, it was a high-level auction, as the first item up for bid was already of Imperial Rank.
Even the Imperial Rank items were not ordinary resources.
They were either spiritual resources that could aid beast tamers in cultivating their abilities, treasures that could enhance their cultivation levels, or advanced resources that could grant spatial traits.
And these items were also the most fiercely contested resources among those in the ordinary private boxes.
Almost every final price was bid up to over a billion in value.
Even a precious Emperor Beast cub, the most valuable one, was sold for over five billion!
This value had already exceeded Su Ping's entire net worth.
It also made Su Ping realize that when it came to competing for Saint Spirit resources, the price range was truly astonishing.
Where did these young ones get their money from?
Su Ping couldn't understand. He lived so frugally, yet these fishermen were so wealthy? At this moment, Su Ping truly felt the indispensability of money.
Their focus was only on two things.
Thinking of this, Su Ping finally couldn't hold back and spoke up:
"Is this little thing worth worrying about?"
She didn't continue with any more nonsense.
Because, in this auction that had lasted for a full two hours and was about to reach noon, the first Saint Spirit resource was finally up for auction.
And the first item was the highly anticipated Yin Water.
As a Saint Spirit water resource, Yin Water was widely and extensively utilized in a place like the Thousand Islands Country.
Its value was undoubtedly a level higher than that of ordinary Saint Spirit resources.
As the first Saint Spirit resource up for auction, the Thousand Islands Country also intended to use this to stimulate the spirits of some high-ranking esteemed guests.
However, the reality was somewhat different from expectations.
"Next up for auction is the Saint Spirit resource treasure that you've all been eagerly awaiting—Yin Water! A total of 150 milliliters.
Yin Water, a water resource, can aid in the breakthrough of a large number of water-type Emperor Beasts' realms, purify their skill levels, and even when used directly, can significantly enhance the power of water-type Emperor Beasts' skills.
Furthermore, even if the user is not a water-type Emperor Beast, after consuming it, it can enable the corresponding Emperor Beast to greatly ignore water-type attacks. If you want to deal with any water-type opponent, after taking this, any water-type opponent will no longer be a threat!
Moreover, even if humans consume it, it can cleanse the purity of the soul, making one's consciousness clear and greatly enhancing the speed of meditation! It is an extremely precious treasure among Saint Spirit resources!
Starting bid for Yin Water: 10 billion Dragon Yuan! Each additional bid must be no less than 50 million Dragon Yuan or 10 million Eagle Yuan! The auction begins now!"
It was a bottle of deep blue, dreamlike liquid.
After the auctioneer's charming introduction, a brief silence fell over the auction hall.
Almost everyone in the private boxes couldn't help but look towards Box 22.
This unique box was occupied by none other than Governor Harto of the Eastern Island Block.
The words he had spoken earlier, even if others didn't know about them, were later conveyed to him by some friends.
Governor Harto had set his sights on this Yin Water!
Seemingly pleased with his own prestige, a voice filled with laughter came from Box 22:
"Since no one is bidding, I'll start with the base price of ten billion!"
Upon hearing this, the atmosphere remained quiet, except for Merk in Box 44, who wore a sullen expression.
Had this old man lost all sense of face?
For this Yin Water, who knew how much effort he had put in!
And now, it was being auctioned for just ten billion?
If auctioned normally, this item could easily fetch fifty billion Dragon Yuan, and in the hands of someone in dire need, it might even be worth a hundred billion.
But with Harto's words, he had lost such a significant amount. How could he accept this?
However, he also knew that it was unlikely for others to bid against Harto for the Yin Water, especially when they weren't in urgent need of it.
Just as everyone thought that the Yin Water would be sold at this low price of ten billion, a crisp voice rang out:
"Are the items from the Thousand Islands Country so cheap? Is this the price for so much Yin Water? Then I'll bid eleven billion!"
Upon hearing this, everyone in the private boxes changed their expressions, all eager to watch the spectacle unfold.
This person either didn't know or simply didn't care about Harto's warning!
They were unaware of the situation, only knowing that an entertaining show was about to unfold.
(End of Chapter)
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