Chapter 224: The Auction 1
The hall began to fill with people, most of whom knew that if the Association truly managed to create something like six-stripe pills, the auction’s conclusion would ignite a frenzy capable of shaking the cultivation world. Many of the "small fry" realized they had no chance of obtaining the pills, as the behemoths would clash over them.
The hall capable of accommodating five thousand people and was designed in a half-circular shape to provide all bidders with an unobstructed view of the auctioned goods. Along the walls, numerous private rooms catered to those who valued privacy and had deeper pockets. Among them, the most luxurious and elevated room was now occupied by Aldrian, with another equally prestigious room situated right beside his.
From there, he could see several representatives of noble families and major sects. Some of them wore alchemist robes distinct from those of the Alchemist Association, leading him to surmise they belonged to other alchemist organizations. This event, naturally, would draw the attention of alchemists from across the continent, so it was no surprise that some had come to attend.
He even noticed representatives from the church and the Rivas family, but as none of them were familiar or known to him, he chose to ignore them. Moments later, he suddenly sensed someone entering the room beside him. Under normal circumstances, it would be impossible for Aldrian to peek inside the another room due to the formations designed to block any attempts to observe its interior from the outside.
However, the entire hall was enveloped within his domain, extending from the Alchemist Association building, so there was nothing that could escape his sense and sight. He directed his attention to the room beside him and observed a handsome young man with a cultivation level at the Middle King stage. The man’s sharp features and black hair gave him an allure that would captivate any woman. His regal attire and elegant demeanor further complemented his striking appearance, enhancing the impression of a flawless visage and physique.
"So, he is the second prince of the Doria Empire, Alderia Doria," Aldrian thought.
This was the first time he had seen a member of the imperial family here, but that was all. He then turned his attention back to the front. It seemed the auction was finally about to begin, as the lights in the hall dimmed, leaving only the platform in the center illuminated, with a path leading backstage.
Suddenly, a figure appeared standing on the platform, dressed in butler attire with a smiling face. Many had not noticed his arrival, but they all knew who he was—the auctioneer of the event.
"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Alchemist Association Auction Hall. I’m Dave Gallard, acting as the auctioneer and representative of the Alchemist Association. We welcome and appreciate your presence here for yet another round of auction. However, this time will be different from any auction we’ve held before. This is a special event that will be engraved in the history of the continent, and all of you here will witness it firsthand—witness history in the making!"