Marvel's Hogwarts Wizard Chapter 687: Baiting the Trap (Second Update) - Novel Cool

Chapter 687: Baiting the Trap (Second Update)

Chapter 687: Baiting the Trap (Second Update)

"That's fantastic! I'll pay you another fifty billion, making it a total of one hundred billion for both stones!"

Divan's eyes lit up with excitement when he heard that Gamora had another Infinity Stone.

"No, that's too low. The Cosmic Orb is worth five hundred billion, and the Soul Gem is also five hundred billion, making a total of one trillion!"

Before Gamora could respond, Jerry stepped forward and spoke directly to Divan.

Divan was taken aback by Jerry's sudden appearance.

"Who is this gentleman?"

"This is Mr. Jerry Carmen, the owner of the Cosmic Orb and the Soul Gem. I'm just here to guide him to you; everything is up to him."

Gamora's meaning was clear: she was merely a guide, and the real decision-maker was Jerry.

"Jerry Carmen?"

Divan furrowed his brow, feeling that the name sounded familiar, as if he had heard it somewhere before.

A moment later, he seemed to recall something, and his expression changed dramatically.

"You're the Jerry Carmen who has been talked about recently, the Witch who single-handedly destroyed Ronan's entire Kree Fleet!"

Jerry Carmen was not an uncommon name, and many people had it. However, the only person who could simultaneously possess the Cosmic Orb and the Soul Gem and go by that name was undoubtedly the powerful Witch.

The residents of Contraxia were mostly plunderers and bounty hunters from all over the universe. After witnessing Jerry's power, they couldn't help but spread the news of what they had seen and heard.

Thus, Jerry the Witch's name was not only well-known on Earth but also renowned throughout the universe.

"It seems Mr. Divan knows me."

Jerry flicked his wrist, and the Cosmic Orb and the Soul Gem appeared in his right hand.

The Collector, trying to hide his excitement, coughed and smiled.

"Of course, I've heard of Mr. Carmen's name, but isn't five hundred billion for one gem a bit excessive? That's a hundredfold increase, which doesn't seem fair!"

Divan had accumulated a vast amount of wealth over the years, but he had also spent a considerable amount on purchasing and hiring bounty hunters to find valuable collectibles.

One trillion was a significant sum, even for him.

"Mr. Divan, there's nothing unfair about it. The fifty billion you offered was the price you and Gamora agreed upon, not me.

Moreover, Gamora doesn't know the true power or the origins of the Cosmic Orb and the Soul Gem, but I believe you, Mr. Divan, are well aware of their significance.

For instance, gathering all six Infinity Stones can grant any wish."

Jerry stared into Divan's eyes, showing no sign of backing down.

Seeing this, Divan made a final attempt to negotiate.

"I understand their value, but one trillion is indeed too much. If you had all six stones, I would be willing to pay even a hundred trillion.

But that's impossible. With only two stones, I can offer you five hundred billion, which is the highest value I can give."

"Then forget it. I've heard that Thanos is also collecting Infinity Stones. I might as well sell them to him. I'm sure he would be willing to pay one trillion."

Without another word, Jerry put away the Cosmic Orb and the Soul Gem and turned to leave.

Divan's heart raced as the stones disappeared. After a moment's hesitation, he stomped his foot and called out as Jerry was about to exit the door:

"Alright, Mr. Carmen, you win. One trillion, I'll pay you one trillion. Please sell me the Cosmic Orb and the Soul Gem!"

Having lived for countless years, the only reason he continued to exist was his passion for collecting. Among all his collections, nothing could compare to the six Infinity Stones born from the Big Bang.

He was not after power or wishes; he simply wanted to satisfy his collecting hobby.

If Jerry really sold the two precious Infinity Stones to Thanos, he would have no chance at all.

He couldn't possibly go to war with the ruthless Thanos over just two Infinity Stones.

So, one trillion it was. In the end, he gritted his teeth and decided to use money to buy the two Infinity Stones, placing them in the most prominent position in the Exhibition Hall.

Actually, if Jerry wasn't as powerful as rumored, he wouldn't have minded taking them by force.

"Deal!"

Jerry turned around and once again took out the Cosmic Orb and the Soul Gem.

Seeing the intense longing in Divan's eyes, he had predicted that Divan wouldn't be able to resist the temptation of the two Infinity Stones. Sure enough, Divan eventually agreed to his terms.

Jerry wasn't short of money. He still had ten trillion from selling the Dark Elf warship in his account.

The reason he pushed so hard was to make it seem more genuine.

Besides, why not earn money with just a few words? Later, he could use the money earned from Divan to buy the Null Zone from Divan, saving on costs.

"Interstellar United Bank account, one trillion cosmic coins received!"

Hearing the announcement from the device on his wrist, Jerry cheerfully handed over the Cosmic Orb and the Soul Gem to Divan, who was beaming with joy.

Unlike the plunderers of Contraxia, Divan, though the king of the black market in the Null Zone, was publicly the Ceo of Divan Corporation and could pay through official channels.

"Then I'll take my leave, Mr. Divan!"

Having achieved his goal, Jerry bid farewell to Divan, who was in a very good mood:

"If Mr. Carmen doesn't mind, you can stay in the Null Zone for a few more days. All expenses will be on me. I only hope that if Mr. Carmen acquires any more Infinity Stones in the future, you will consider me first."

"Of course, I will definitely give priority to Mr. Divan. People as generous and friendly as Mr. Divan are rare in this universe."

Jerry smiled and left the collection building with Star-Lord.

Just as they stepped out of the building, he turned to Nebula beside him:

"Nebula, you can send a message to Thanos now!"

"Alright, Jerry. If you really can defeat Thanos, can you let me kill him?"

Nebula nodded and touched her half-mechanical face, her eyes filled with boundless hatred.

She was born on Luphomoid, and all her family members were killed by Thanos. Raised as a killer by Thanos, every time she failed in training with Gamora, parts of her body were replaced with mechanical components, a process worse than death.

So, despite being his adoptive daughter, she despised Thanos deeply. She only dared to act for him out of fear of his power.

"No problem!"

Jerry agreed and then looked up and down at Nebula's half-mechanized body:

"By the way, come to my room tonight. I'll check your body for you!"

(End of Chapter)

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