Chapter 444

Almost everyone remained skeptical.

So, the vast majority of people attended the "auction" just to watch the show.

Time ticked away, second by second.

Almost every professional on the deserted island had gathered in front of the camp belonging to the Xuanlong Nation.

But what met their eyes left them utterly shocked.

A massive circular raised platform, brilliantly lit, even equipped with a virtual display screen.

Around the platform were rows of neatly arranged luxurious seats and matching coffee tables, bearing specialty products from the Xuanlong Nation.

Clearly…

This auction had clearly been arranged with great care.

"WTF… where did they find the time to put on this kind of show?"

"I've got a feeling this auction has been planned for ages—they came so prepared, they even brought matching chairs."

"When I came by this afternoon, this wasn't here yet… could they have had a demigod deliver it?"

"A demigod courier? No way, that's way too extravagant!!"

"With this kind of setup, I'm suddenly looking forward to tonight's auction."

"Me too… I happen to have a few rare tank skill books, I can trade them with Luo Shen."

"Isn't that a contestant from the Xuanlong Nation? Now he's actually working as a server, and every one of them is smiling… wait, isn't that Ed from the Beautiful Nation? Why is he also working for the Xuanlong Nation?"

"Each step more absurd than the last, every year more outrageous than before!"

"……"

………………

Eight o'clock sharp, evening!

Luo Chenyu, dressed in the military uniform of the Berserk God Legion, strode out of the tent with his head held high, walking unhurriedly up onto the raised platform.

"Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to this auction. I am Luo Chenyu, of the Berserk God Legion of the Xuanlong Nation!"

"Some of you know me, some don't, but none of that matters. What matters is that today's auction begins now."

"My rules are simple: first, barter; if that fails, then pay with magic-energy gold coins."

"So let's begin—please look at the first item!"

As he spoke, Luo Chenyu transmitted the information of the first auction item onto the virtual screen, then added.

"Oh right… everyone please try to use the language of the Xuanlong Nation!"

And at this moment.

Many people could no longer contain themselves; Gao Ang's emotions were still exploding.

Especially those mages, each one itching to make a move.

What did they see?

The very first auction item was already an SSS-rank mage weapon—and a high-grade piece of equipment at that.

That equipment's attributes were absolutely explosive.

Most importantly, that equipment was even named after a "dragon," further highlighting how extraordinary this piece was.

Before they could even speak.

Luo Chenyu's voice came again, "Tank skill books take priority, followed by tank treasures and general-use items. Ladies and gentlemen, please place your bids!"

Along with Luo Chenyu's words, the roar of the scene rose once more.

Finally…

The first person to bid appeared.

"I, Andrews, bid: one Tier-8 tank special skill 【Absolute War Shield Counter】 plus a Tier-7 tank skill book 【Absolute Block】!"

The moment these words left his mouth, the noise of the scene instantly paused.

That price was not too high—it was too low.

This staff, for a mage, was no different from a divine artifact—how could two skill books be enough to exchange for it?

However…

In Luo Chenyu's heart, it was the exact opposite; a feeling of joy sprouted—this was a good start.

But his face showed little expression as he said, "Are there any other bids?"

Along with Luo Chenyu's words.

Some of the "mage lords" who wanted this staff could finally sit still no longer.

One after another, they began calling out bids.

"I bid one Tier-9 tank special skill 【Earth Guardian God】!"

"I bid one Tier-9 tank skill book 【Steel Fortress】 and one S-rank tank treasure 【Tough Guard】!"

"……"

The sound of bidding filled Luo Chenyu's heart with joy.

Whether these bids were satisfactory in price or not could be discussed later—as long as they had tank skill books and treasures, he didn't want to let a single one slip.

After all, he had plenty of good things in his spatial backpack.

He wasn't afraid of not being able to shear all this wool!

"Tier-9 special skill 【Earth Guardian God】 and Tier-7 special general skill 【Damage Delay】, sold! Congratulations to this senior, you've won this auction item!"

Luo Chenyu walked forward with a beaming smile and handed over the staff in his hand.

"Casually" pocketing the two skill books.

"Ladies and gentlemen, please rest assured—this piece of equipment is merely one of my many treasures. There are more surprises waiting for you all."

Gao Ang

Luo Chenyu

Made Luo Chenyu

Tier 9

Tier 8

Tier 7

One Tier-8 Book

Berserk God Legion

Xuanlong Nation

Beautiful Nation

Andrews

Luo Shen

Absolute War Shield Counter

Absolute Block

Earth Guardian God

Steel Fortress

Tough Guard

Damage Delay

Luo Chenyu was overjoyed.

He who normally wasn't very talkative had now become eloquent.

As long as he could fleece them, what harm was there in changing himself?

If this matter were handed to anyone else, they simply couldn't do it.

Because the others didn't know what he wanted, nor did they know the details of his background.

After all, he already had some of those skill books and items.

Even if their value were higher, trading for them would serve no purpose.

For instance, a previous offer had been a skill book he already possessed—no matter how good the quality, it was nothing more than a passing cloud, and he had refused without hesitation.

As Luo Chenyu put good items on the shelf one by one.

At this moment.

Those who had come to watch the show truly realized.

This auction was really just Luo Chenyu's personal auction.

Items from other professions—he truly wouldn't accept a single one.

Over an hour later.

Luo Chenyu took out an item, projected its information onto the virtual screen again, and said: "Everyone, this is the final grand finale item. Please place your bids!"

And at this moment.

No one was listening to what Luo Chenyu was saying anymore.

Every gaze was drawn to that item.

【Shattered Divine Spark】

Quality: SSS+

Type: Divine Object

Restriction: Demigod / Deity

Effect: Greatly enhances the effect of Divine Sense, and allows comprehension of the divine laws contained within the Divine Spark.

……

The description was very simple, and the effect was very simple.

Originally, when Luo Chenyu saw this item, he had also been ecstatic.

But after seeing the hidden information through 【Eye of Insight】, he decisively gave up on the 【Shattered Divine Spark】.

The main reason was that after using it, he could only walk the divine path contained within this Divine Spark from then on.

To switch would be extremely difficult, or rather, utterly impossible.

He didn't want his path forward to be restricted... 0