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Chapter 678: Endless Maze Token
Chapter 678: Endless Maze Token
September 25, 2017
After returning to Bing Province and understanding the situation there, Lu HaiKong had been planning his next move.
Lu HaiKong was well aware that his economic development was in a difficult situation. His original business faced competition, and his monopoly was no more. In a sense, his Beifeng City was once again blocked by Gongsun Zan, the Governor of Bing Province, and the powerful families there.
In this situation, he needed a new strategic resource to revive Beifeng City.
If there was only one Outsider in this world, Lu HaiKong would have had more options. He could have created some high-tech products to make money, but there was more than one Outsider in this world, and he wasn't a tech-savvy person. Some advanced technologies were beyond his capabilities, but this didn't mean Lu HaiKong had no tricks up his sleeve!
In this situation, Lu HaiKong turned his attention to the arms industry. Well, to be honest, Lu HaiKong had realized the business potential in weaponry, or arms trade, a long time ago. He discovered the market for equipment and his significant advantage in this field when he collaborated with Ye Junru and the others.
As far as Lu HaiKong knew, although there were Outsiders developing heavy industry, a massive operation like his, with a Master Blacksmith in residence, was an extremely rare case. The profits in the equipment industry were enormous, and Lu HaiKong couldn't resist the temptation.
Moreover, the Blacksmith Camp had initially faced financial burdens due to its overly large scale, which was another factor that led Lu HaiKong to eventually decide to venture into the arms trade.
So, over the past few months, Lu HaiKong had been meticulously preparing for this endeavor.
During these days, Lu HaiKong wasn't merely waiting for the start of the auction; he had already met with several Outsider forces and reached preliminary agreements on several deals.
Currently, everything seemed to be going smoothly, but whether it would meet Lu HaiKong's expectations could only be confirmed after this auction ended. Before that, Lu HaiKong's top priority was this Artifact Auction.
This Artifact Auction wasn't just a means to attract the attention of Outsiders; Lu HaiKong intended to develop it into Beifeng City's largest industry.
Lu HaiKong was well aware that with the conclusion of the Yellow Turban Rebellion, numerous Outsiders had emerged.
Aside from Outsider forces, there were also many Lone Wanderers. Don't underestimate this group; a top-tier Lone Wanderer could easily accumulate substantial wealth through dungeon clearing.
Of course, wealth wasn't limited to money; there were also countless Artifacts.
Artifacts had various attributes, and some were useless to Lone Wanderers. However, they were highly sought after by Outsider leaders. The issue was the lack of a platform for Lone Wanderers to exchange their unwanted Artifacts for much-needed resources.
Although Lone Wanderers had their small circles for bartering, these circles were limited in size and information flow. Often, valuable Artifacts were sold for a pittance due to the lack of clear grading, making such situations common.
In this context, Lu HaiKong's Auction House could play a significant role.
Once Lu HaiKong established this Auction House, it might single-handedly support the entire Beifeng City.
To ensure the success of this Auction House, Lu HaiKong spared no expense, even offering a Divine Valor Pill as the grand finale item, aiming to make this auction a grand success.
After Lu HaiKong's advertising campaign, the auction quickly got underway.
On the stage, over ten Artifacts were displayed, each unique in shape. As soon as they appeared, they captured the attention of everyone in the hall, as these Artifacts were the reason they had come.
When these Artifacts were presented, the female auctioneer didn't even need to say a word; the atmosphere in the auction hall was instantly ignited.
Amidst the enthusiastic atmosphere, the auction officially began.
Under the eager gazes of the audience, the auctioneer snapped her fingers, and several beautiful emcees holding Artifacts stepped back, leaving only one Artifact. Lu Luo, a beautiful woman, stepped forward, extending her delicate hand to retrieve the Artifact.
As Lu Luo picked up the Artifact, a large canvas unfolded behind her, displaying an enlarged version of the Artifact in her hand, along with its attributes written on it.
Endless Maze Token
Item Type: Consumable/Dungeon Key
Item Description: A key to the mysterious dungeon, the Endless Maze. Upon successful use, it allows a group of ten people to enter the Endless Maze.
Remaining Uses: 1/1
Next to this item, there is an introduction to the Endless Maze.
Dungeon Type: Mysterious/Treasure Hunt/Invincible
Dungeon Description: A mysterious maze without life-threatening dangers, but filled with opportunities. Here, you can obtain martial arts heritage, legendary or even higher-tier equipment, and undergo trials. It is a place brimming with infinite possibilities, where the only limit is your imagination!
This item was one of the spoils from a mysterious house that Lu HaiKong raided a few months ago, acquired for just 10,000 gold.
Indeed, it is a valuable item, but Lu HaiKong already has access to the Endless Maze within his territory, so he has no need for this token. With the auction about to commence, Lu HaiKong decides to put it up for sale.
Lu HaiKong senses that this item will create a sensation.
His intuition proves correct as the entire hall erupts in astonishment when he presents the token.
The Endless Maze is a highly sought-after treasure among lone cultivators. This random dungeon appears in various locations across the land, and over the years, it has emerged a dozen times. Each appearance brings forth a few lucky individuals.
These fortunate ones who enter the maze have obtained unique heritages and equipment, and the anticipation has been building. For these outsiders, the Endless Maze has become synonymous with opportunity, and everyone's eyes gleam with excitement upon seeing the token.
In the 169th chapter, before Lu Luo can speak, someone is already eager to bid.
This auction requires no introduction; the mere display of the item's attributes is enough to ignite the atmosphere.
"Although everyone is familiar with the purpose of this item, Lu Luo will elaborate further."
"Do you desire endless wealth? Do you crave supreme strength? Do you yearn for the mysterious and unknown? Then, my friends, do not miss out on this auction item. It is the key to unlocking wealth, heritage, and mystery!"
With Lu Luo's words, the atmosphere in the hall reaches a fever pitch once more. Many attendees stand, expressing their excitement.
Amidst this fervent atmosphere, the auction for the first item, the Endless Maze Token, officially begins.
"The first auction item, the Endless Maze Token, starts at 100,000 gold. Each bid must be at least 1000 gold higher. Ladies and gentlemen, the battle for this treasure is yours to commence!"
As Lu Luo's hammer falls, the bidding frenzy starts. 100,000 gold is no small amount, but for these lone cultivators who paid 500 gold just to enter the hall, it is not an excessive sum.
"200,000! 300,000! 400,000..."
In an instant, the price of the Endless Maze Token skyrockets to one million gold.
The scene is extraordinary, even though everyone knows that entering the Endless Maze does not guarantee astonishing rewards. However, for these lone cultivators who crave mystery and challenge, and with the gambling mentality that drives them, no one considers the possibility of failure at this moment.
They are determined to acquire this item at all costs.
Their fervent bidding silences those in the VIP boxes. These outsiders, sitting in their privileged boxes, typically feel a sense of superiority, believing themselves to be inherently above the lone cultivators in the main hall. But now, as the bidding intensifies, those with slightly less influence begin to sweat, and the outsider lords in the boxes find themselves intrigued by the item.
After the price reaches one million gold, the bidding in the hall slows down. This is not a small sum, and not many can afford it.
Just then, the beautiful auctioneer, Lu Luo, adds a sentence.
"My friends, if you lack sufficient cash, the auction house offers loan services. However, these loans require collateral in the form of items. Alternatively, you can choose to sell unwanted items to us, and we will handle the auction process."
As Lu Luo speaks, many faces in the VIP boxes change color.
(End of Chapter)
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