Chapter 106: The Auction Begins (2)
Three ornate bottles appeared on display pedestals, their contents glowing with colours that seemed to shift based on viewing angle. Even from his position, Noah could sense the magical potency contained within.
"Phoenix Ash, Dragon Scale Powder, and Essence of Temporal Flow—materials that most alchemists can only dream of acquiring. Combined opening bid: one hundred golden coins!"
The crowd’s spending limits are definitely in the right range for my product.
The bidding war that erupted was fierce enough to draw impressed murmurs from spectators. Wealthy mages competed against noble collectors, driving prices toward levels that made Noah’s pulse quicken with anticipation.
"Sold for two hundred thirty golden coins!"
Two-thirty for alchemical supplies. These people have serious money to spend.
Prince Malphas had remained silent throughout the preliminary auctions, his expression suggesting boredom with items beneath his interest level. But Noah caught him checking a timepiece, clearly waiting for the evening’s main attraction.
He’s here for the protein bar specifically. This is going to get intense.
Lola positioned herself strategically within the crowd, her ruby eyes tracking various bidders with predatory attention. She’d identified key players and was clearly preparing her manipulation tactics.
She’s ready to work her magic. Time to see what creative chaos she unleashes.
"Distinguished guests," the auctioneer announced, his voice silencing everyone else’s.