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With a word from Lin Dingwei, two women brought in a tray, and Lin Dingwei lifted the cover to reveal the first auction item in front of everyone.
On the tray was a green plant, which Liu Guanfeng recognized from the introduction as the Revitalizing Herb. This plant was quite rare and had significant effects on anti-aging, especially since this particular specimen had been growing for a hundred years, making its efficacy extraordinary.
After introducing the plant, Lin Dingwei stated, "The starting price for this Revitalizing Herb is one thousand gold coins; let the bidding begin."
"One thousand one, one thousand three, one thousand five, two thousand."
Soon, the price for the Revitalizing Herb soared to five thousand gold coins. Liu Guanfeng shook his head at the herb; he hadn't expected the auction to be so profitable. A Revitalizing Herb that was only a hundred years old had reached such a high price. Although this herb was rare, it shouldn't be valued this highly.
Ultimately, the price for the Revitalizing Herb settled at seven thousand two hundred gold coins and was purchased by a large man dressed like a nouveau riche.
The auction continued, but since it was the first session, the prices of items were not very high. Nevertheless, by noon, the total auction amount had already exceeded sixty million gold coins. Notably, a sword embedded with Fifth Tier gems sold for an astonishing thirteen million gold coins. In Liu Guanfeng's eyes, that weapon was inferior to his own kitchen knife, which he had crafted himself.
By midday, the woman reappeared to deliver lunch to Liu Guanfeng. After finishing his meal, the afternoon auction was about to start. As in the morning, audience members began to fill the hall quickly.
The afternoon auction commenced on time. After sitting for a while and finding it uninteresting, Liu Guanfeng decided to leave. He thought he would be alone when he returned to the inn but was surprised to find Shangguan Junhong and Shangguan Jinglei had already returned.
In recent days, representatives from the other four empires had also arrived, all of whom were princes. The four nations were relatively peaceful since their ancestors were all followers of Guardian Xuanyuan Guang. Therefore, their ancestral teachings emphasized peaceful coexistence and assisting guardians in protecting this world.
Due to his status, Liu Guanfeng exchanged greetings with Shangguan Junhong before returning to his room.
For these past few days, Liu Guanfeng had not left the inn as he only intended to purchase one item and was waiting for the fifth day to arrive.
The first four days of auctions concluded smoothly; a simple tally showed that their total revenue had reached twelve billion gold coins. With the final auction approaching, all premium items began to be showcased one after another. Consequently, auction amounts gradually increased. Among tomorrow's auction items was something Liu Guanfeng was particularly interested in: a part of The Game of the Supreme God.
After waking up in the morning, Liu Guanfeng had breakfast with Hank Niu before leaving the inn. As before, they arrived at Room 306. Afterward, a server brought in a fruit platter and then left the room.
Time passed quickly, and Lin Dingwei once again stood at the front: "Ladies and gentlemen, today is the fifth day of the auction. I won't waste any more time; let's begin today's auction with the first item."
The first item for sale was a Lingzhi mushroom, known as Mushroom Fairy Grass in Knight's Continent. This particular Lingzhi was five hundred years old, making it a rare herb. The starting price was set at five thousand gold coins, and the final transaction price reached fifty-three thousand gold coins.
The second item was a piece of ore called Silverwater Ore, which was mined from beneath the deep sea, making it a relatively rare type of mineral.
The third item was a sword, finely crafted but only of average sharpness, forged by the Blacksmith Guild's steward. Nevertheless, it sold for a high price of one hundred twenty thousand gold coins.
The twenty-fourth item was a set of armor. While its functionality was ordinary, it was embedded with numerous emeralds and gemstones, resulting in a final transaction price of three hundred fifty thousand gold coins.
The twenty-fifth item was what Liu Guanfeng had been waiting for—a part of the Master God Game. At this moment, Liu Guanfeng focused all his attention on the front stage.
Lin Dingwei returned to the center: "Next is the twenty-fifth auction item. It's quite strange that none of our guild's senior Appraisers could identify what this item is or its value. However, it is made from Raw Stone, which is known for its hardness and difficulty to polish. Yet this item has been carved very exquisitely, so we are putting it up for auction with a low starting price of three hundred gold coins."
Upon hearing three hundred gold coins, many people gasped in surprise; in this auction setting, such a low starting price was unusual. Perhaps because the item's purpose was unclear, it had been set lower to avoid being unsold.
Displayed before everyone was exactly what Liu Guanfeng desired most. After Lin Dingwei finished introducing the auction item, he called out: "Bidding starts now."
"Three hundred three, three hundred five, four hundred, four hundred eight..."
Due to the low price, some people were eager to buy it just to see what it was. However, their bids were not very high. By the time it reached six hundred gold coins, no one continued to bid. Just as Liu Guanfeng felt ready to place his bid, a voice came from a room on the third floor: "One thousand gold coins."
From the voice, it seemed to be one of the princes from other empires. Laughter could also be heard: "Third Prince, why do you want to buy this useless thing?"
"For no particular reason; it's cheap enough to just keep at home."
"One thousand five," another person called out. This bidder was also a prince who said to the previous bidder: "Third Prince, if you bid again, I won't continue; after all, this thing has no real use at home."
"I thought it was someone else calling out, but it turns out to be the Sixth Prince of the Northern Bear Empire. Since you like it, Sixth Prince, I'll let you have it."
"Then thank you, Third Prince."
Just as the two were joking, a third voice chimed in: "Five thousand."
Liu Guanfeng was taken aback; someone was actually bidding such a high price? Did they really know the value of this item?
At this moment, Liu Guanfeng could no longer hold back: "Eight thousand." He didn't know the identity of the bidder and didn't care; he only knew that this item had to belong to him.
"Ten thousand gold coins."
"Fifteen thousand."
"Twenty thousand."
"Fifty thousand."
When Liu Guanfeng shouted fifty thousand, there was an uproar below. A low-value item worth only three hundred was being contested so fiercely.
After Liu Guanfeng called out fifty thousand, his door was knocked open. Walking in from outside was none other than Shangguan Junhong. After sitting down next to Liu Guanfeng, Shangguan Junhong whispered, "Big Brother, do you know who you're competing against?"
Liu Guanfeng shook his head.
"That person is in room 301."
"So what?"
"Big Brother, Room 301 is reserved for the King of Guardian Nation. Although the King does not come here, those sitting there should be high-ranking officials of Guardian Nation, and we cannot afford to offend them."
"Second Brother, you should know the significance of this item to me. No matter who it is, even if the King of Guardian Nation, Guo Xiaotian, personally sits in Room 301, I will not give it up. That item can only belong to me."
At this moment, Shangguan Junhong wanted to say something else, but was stopped by Shangguan Jinglei beside him: "Junhong, since that's the case, let's bid. Don't worry; we Eastern Dragon Empire will be your strongest support. Even Guo Xiaotian won't be able to do anything to us."
"Thank you, Elder Brother. Ninety thousand."
While they were speaking, the people in Room 301 had already raised the price to sixty thousand.
"One hundred thousand."
"Two hundred thousand."
Just after the last bid, Liu Guanfeng's door was pushed open again, and this time a middle-aged man entered. Liu Guanfeng glanced at him and asked, "Who are you? What do you want?"
"This esteemed guest, you must be from the Chinese Chamber of Commerce, right? I am the City Defense General from Bixi City. Our lord wants to ask you to withdraw; he is determined to obtain this item and hopes you won't raise the price anymore."
"I know your lord is a big figure, but let me tell you that I am also determined to obtain this item. If you want me to withdraw, then offer a price higher than mine. Three hundred thousand."
At this moment, the City Defense General snorted coldly: "You really don't know how high the sky is and how thick the earth is. Do you think a small Merchant Guild like yours can resist all of the continent's people?"
"I cannot fight against everyone on the continent by myself, but I want to tell you that no matter who your master is, he cannot mobilize everyone on the continent either. If there's nothing else, you can leave."
"You will regret this." After saying that, the City Defense General walked out.
At this time, Lin Dingwei called for a halt to the bidding. After whispering a few words with someone behind him, he returned to the front desk and said loudly: "Dear friends, the bidding for this item has reached three hundred thousand gold coins. The owner of this item has stated that it can be exchanged for three hundred thousand gold coins or an item that catches his interest. If anyone wishes to purchase it, please come to the back; the owner is waiting."
Liu Guanfeng smiled lightly, "Second brother, you sit here for a while. I'll be back shortly." At this moment, Liu Guanfeng had no confidence that he could satisfy the other party, and as he walked, he thought about the items for exchange.
At that moment, a receptionist led Liu Guanfeng into a small room. "Please wait here, sir. The auctioneer will arrive shortly."
After a short while, a man walked in from outside. He looked ordinary and was dressed quite plainly. He appeared to be just an average commoner. The man sat down across from Liu Guanfeng and said, "Sir, are you interested in purchasing my item?"
Liu Guanfeng nodded, "Yes, I am very fond of your item. I just don't know if you have anything you want in return."
"I am just an ordinary commoner, and that item was something I found in the mountains. The reason I am auctioning it today is because I have no other choice. I have been living with my mother since childhood, and recently she has fallen ill with a strange disease. I have consulted many doctors but none have been able to cure her. Our family finances are nearly exhausted, so I hope to sell this item for some money. My only request today is whether you can help cure my mother. If not, then it will depend on the value of what you offer me."
"What did the person you spoke to earlier offer you?"
"I'm sorry, but I cannot disclose that."
Liu Guanfeng nodded at the man, feeling secretly pleased. If it were anything else, Liu Guanfeng might not have much to offer; however, if it were medicine, he would be very happy. This was because he had the Nine-Turn Golden Elixir refined by Zhuque with him. The effects of the Nine-Turn Golden Elixir were indeed miraculous; as long as a person still had breath left in them after taking it, even Yama would not take them away.
The fact that the man came to him indicated that the important figure in Room 301 had not met his demands. Now Liu Guanfeng felt more assured. Slowly, he took out a small porcelain vial from his pocket and pushed it toward the man.
"Here, young man, this vial contains a pill called the Nine-Turn Golden Elixir. It can cure all ailments; as long as a person still has breath left in them after taking this pill, they will definitely be saved regardless of their injuries."
The man was extremely excited and immediately took the porcelain vial. He opened it, sniffed it, and then looked at Liu Guanfeng and asked, "Sir, is what you say true? Does this pill really have such miraculous effects?"
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