novelraw Chapter 384 - 390: Gathering of Big Shots
Chapter 384 - 390: Gathering of Big Shots
The auction has begun.
The grand banquet hall was filled with two to three hundred people.
Although the number of attendees was not large, each person held great value. They were either top elite contestants or powerful figures in Jiang City. Nearly all the notable figures in the city’s elite community were present.
If these two to three hundred people were to be gathered and formed into a force, even in the Earth Dragon Realm, it would be quite a formidable power.
Hang Yu, casually dressed, sat in the front row with Su Yunbing and Hang Xiaobai.
Only top-tier big shots like Su Zhengcheng could sit in the same row as them.
Everyone was present.
Let’s begin ahead of schedule!
These days, efficiency is the priority in events, and if ceremonies can be skipped, they should be. The big shots are all very busy now, and not a minute should be wasted.
"Huh, the hosts are Lin Lan and Cao Rui?"
Hang Yu noticed a knowledgeable, long-legged beauty and a clean, refined handsome man taking the stage. He knew both of them; weren’t they members of the Cyan Dragon Group?
Lin Lan and Cao Rui were key members of the Cyan Dragon Group. The former was in charge of the bar business, and the latter of the pharmacy business, both being Su Yunbing’s trusted aides. Unexpectedly, these two were the hosts.
Su Yunbing said, "The auction is initiated by the Spirit Relief Association and organized by our Cyan Dragon Group. The first Cyan Dragon Auction must be taken seriously. Having them in charge gives me peace of mind."
The auction officially began.
The two of them briefly introduced the rules.
The first auction item was immediately brought up.
To enliven the auction’s atmosphere, the first item must be eye-catching, so the quality was certainly excellent, and indeed it was.
Skill Stone!
A blue-glowing Skill Stone!
At least a Third Tier main skill.
Everyone’s eyes immediately lit up.
Lin Lan briefly said, "The Skill Stone you see here is the Third Tier inheritance ’Mage of Thunder’s’ main skill ’Thunder Dragon Curse,’ provided by the Cyan Dragon Group. The starting bid is 50 Blue Crystals, with a minimum increment of 1 Blue Crystal."
The main skill of a Third Tier Thunder Series Magic Professional!
Several bigwigs were here specifically for this Skill Stone.
Of course, even those who didn’t need it saw its value as a collectible.
This Skill Stone was definitely a rare gem!
Su Zhengcheng immediately raised his bid: "55 Blue Crystals!"
Someone promptly followed: "56 Blue Crystals!"
"60 Blue Crystals!"
"62 Blue Crystals!"
"65 Blue Crystals!"
"..."
"100 Blue Crystals!"
"102 Blue Crystals!"
"..."
The bidding soared.
A middle-aged woman in a green set with reddened eyes: "144 Blue Crystals!"
"145 Blue Crystals!" An elderly man in a mage’s robe, with white hair, gritted his teeth and called out a price.
No one had anticipated.
The first auction at the Cyan Dragon Auction.
Would lead to such intense bidding.
It was clear that both the middle-aged woman and the elder mage were determined to win the Skill Stone.
Hang Yu quietly asked, "What’s the background of these two? They seem quite extraordinary."
Su Yunbing replied, "The woman is Wei Hong, who founded the Red Roc Group with her husband Liao Peng. It’s the most powerful force in the North City District. Though they’re far behind me in production, they’ve amassed around a thousand combat personnel and control several districts, even daring to snub the Celestial Net."
Hang Yu shook his head.
Though impressive, it’s too ostentatious.
"The elder is Zhu Deyou, who established the ’Celestial Blessing Enchantment Scroll Company.’ Unlike others in production, he’s specialized in Enchantment Enhancement and Skill Scrolls."
"In this niche, he’s achieved a leading position in Jiang City. The largest Enchantment and Scroll stores on Cyan Dragon Street are his."
"He’s also one of the earliest members of the Spirit Relief Association and one of its vice-chairmen."
Interesting.
Investing in enchantment is significant.
Yet initial returns are minimal.
Most wouldn’t tackle this tough challenge.
A Scroll Maker is a derivative of enchantment, capable of creating Skill Scrolls, but with equally significant investment. In these two fields, the Cyan Dragon Group hadn’t ventured much, yet this elder had showed great courage and was quite accomplished, proving he’s indeed a capable individual.
"146 Blue Crystals!" Chu Hong clenched her fist, unable to hold back any longer, and finally spoke, "This Skill Stone is for old Liao. Even if Elder Zhu doesn’t give me face, he should give him some face."
Old Liao referred to her husband, Liao Peng.
Nicknamed the Mad Liao, he was notorious. Just half a month ago, he single-handedly slew over ten elites of an opposing faction. Now, half a month later, he had already reached level 10, and his strength must have improved significantly.
Er Gou immediately jumped out.
"Whoa, pay attention, you’re breaking the rules."
"Auction items go to the highest bidder!"
"At our Cyan Dragon Auction, we don’t talk personal favors, nor do we allow intimidation or personal attacks, or else you’d be disrespecting the Cyan Dragon Group and would face a permanent ban from participating."
Getting called out by President Dog.
Chu Hong was naturally infuriated.
But after glancing at Hang Yu and Su Yunbing, sitting calmly in the center, she had no choice but to swallow her anger, clearly not wanting to fall out with them.
"President Dog is right, in an auction, the item goes to whoever bids the most. Personal favors don’t work in a place like this." Zhu Deyou smiled slightly, then announced another bid, "150 Blue Crystals!"
Hiss!
Dead silence.
The entire audience was stunned!
Not considering the loss from crystal stone synthesis.
Converted at a ratio of 10:1.
blue crystals are also equal to 1500 green crystals or 15000 white crystals.
To ordinary citizens.
It’s an unimaginable amount!
Hang Yu originally thought that approaching one hundred was the limit.
Never expected to reach the high price of 150 blue crystals.
That’s right, this blue skill stone was one of the spoils of victory from a battle a few days ago. He handed it to Su Yunbing to help dispose of it, intending to exchange it for crystal stones or usable skill stones.
Underestimated the wealth level of these people!
It seems there are quite a few rich people in Jiang City.
Although Chu Hong was very reluctant, such a price had indeed exceeded the budget too much, so he unwillingly gave up.
blue crystals, sold.
Taken by Zhu Deyou of the Spirit Relief Association.
The auction house will take a 10% handling fee.
No other taxes, 135 blue crystals in hand.
Hang Yu was very satisfied with such a price, it’s quite good to be able to sell at such a price at this stage, and the buyer of this skill stone also didn’t lose out. Given the current market, this skill stone was sold at a premium.
But from a long-term perspective.
It’s not certain that there’s no room for continued appreciation.
Because there are too many humans, and the demand for skill stones is too great!
Such high-quality skill stones, would not be hard to sell at any time. If bought for personal use, the value and advantage it creates for oneself will far exceed the premium part.
Hang Yu was very satisfied!
Satisfied in all aspects!
The main reason Spirit Relief Association collaborates with Cyan Dragon Group is still valuing Cyan Dragon Group’s strength. After all, Hang Yu, the big boss behind the scenes, has a lot of good stuff.
In the future, Hang Yu can contribute some good things to the auction house when he’s free.
It would benefit the Cyan Dragon Auction greatly.
Just based on this first deal alone.
It’s enough to be on today’s local news.
Lin Lan took out the second auction item: "The second auction item, 10 blue middle-grade weapons, the attributes are already displayed on the big screen."
[Heart Demon Bell]: Level 11 equipment, blue middle-grade quality, Magic Attack +30, Spirit Attribute Attack +15, Soul Power +12, Spiritual Sense +8, with the effect of "Heart Demon Enchantment", Durability 18.
At this time, Cao Rui spoke: "It’s not hard to see, this is a very powerful single-handed weapon for spiritual professionals. The provider of this auction item is Jiang City’s Spirit Relief Association, with a starting price of 15 blue crystals, and the minimum increase is 1 blue crystal."
Su Yunbing’s eyes flashed with excitement: "20 blue crystals!"
A pale-faced middle-aged man spoke: "30 blue crystals!"
In less than five seconds.
The price had doubled.
Everyone looked at each other.
There are too many hidden masters in this auction.
Su Yunbing frowned slightly.
This pale-faced middle-aged man’s name is Zhao Jianbi.
He is one of the few in Jiang City who can rival Su Yunbing as a spiritual professional master, reportedly possessing innate skills of the dead series, plus eight or nine different spiritual professional skills, strong both in individual combat power and team coordination.
Celestial Net once tried to recruit this person, offering a deputy captain position directly, but he refused.
Su Yunbing raised the bid: "35 blue crystals!"
Zhao Jianbi lightly raised his card and quoted: "40 blue crystals!"
Several others interested in this equipment had the self-awareness to close their mouths and raise the white flag.
Su Yunbing squinted: "45 blue crystals!"
Zhao Jianbi coughed lightly: "48 blue crystals!"
Su Yunbing began to hesitate. Although this equipment is very good, the durability is only 18 points. To be honest, this price is already too high, and continuing would be too costly. She wasn’t very flush either.
"48 blue crystals going once."
"48 blue crystals going twice."
Hang Yu slowly raised his card: "50 blue crystals!"
Su Yunbing was stunned and quickly looked at him.
Zhao Jianbi began to cough violently, his face even paler, "5...51 blue crystals!"
Hang Yu remained calm and unhurried: "55!"
Zhao Jianbi showed a wry smile.
He gave up.
Damn it, why even bother buying.
Boss Hang himself stepped in.
Is this even an opponent of the same level and scale?
Su Yunbing couldn’t help but say: "This also..."
Hang Yu smiled slightly, "Don’t mind it, this equipment is considered a reward from the group to you. I don’t care about this amount of crystal stones."
Everyone hearing this almost spat blood.
Seriously, can’t you stop showing off?
This is 55 blue crystals!
Even for those present, it’s not a small amount!
Recklessly pulling it out would have them suffer for a while.
Yet you buy it, not for your own use, but to give it to someone else!
Su Yunbing wasn’t a pretentious person, pursed her lips, and finally said: "Thank you."
Su Zhengcheng saw this scene from the side, and his mouth couldn’t help but curl up, nodding with satisfaction, suddenly in a very good mood.