"1.7 million for the third time, sold!"

Under Zong Renhai's heavy gavel, the [Flame Staff] was sold to Box No. 3 for the astronomical price of 1.7 million.

Lin Yi looked at the weapon's attributes, finding them truly ordinary.

Yet, even so.

This weapon still sold for over 1 million, nearly 2 million gold coins, leaving Lin Yi in the audience stunned.

On Rafam Continent, with this weapon's attributes, selling for 200 gold coins in the auction would be the highest.

But here it could sell for over 1 million gold coins!!!

The huge disparity suddenly made Lin Yi realize an important issue:

Players on Rafam Continent just need to fight monsters to get various levels and rare equipment.

Therefore, equipment of this level and attributes is quite common.

No one would be willing to pay a high price for it.

Perhaps just following a wild team to the next dungeon could yield a better set weapon.

But it's not the same here.

Every magic weapon here is crafted through painstaking efforts by artifact refiners.

The concept that rarity determines value is an unchanging truth in any world.

This weapon, which seems ordinary to Lin Yi, might be considered a rare treasure in their eyes.

This is the reason for the huge price contrast for the same weapon across different realms.

After coming to this conclusion, Lin Yi suddenly stood up and left during the auction.

No one paid attention to Lin Yi, this insignificant 'small fry.'"

Just when everyone thought Lin Yi was preparing to leave, he walked straight to the backstage of the auction.

But the guard at the entrance suddenly stopped Lin Yi, saying:

"Halt!"

"What do you want?"

Lin Yi directly stated his purpose:

"I have some items that need to be auctioned, I wonder if I can still commission them now?"

...

Ten minutes later

...

Returning from his visit backstage, Lin Yi sat back in his seat.

Lin Yi now had a strangely shaped card in his hand, playing with it.

At this moment, what's being auctioned is a jade fragment, named:

[Celestial Pearl Fragment ②]

Special Item

Effective when placed in the backpack

All Attributes +5%

Description: "Gather Celestial Pearl Fragments ①, ②, ③, ④, ⑤ to synthesize the legendary artifact [Celestial Destiny Pearl]."

Zong Renhai on stage was enthusiastically explaining its mysterious origin:

"This fragment was also discovered by Xuan Ting Mercenary Corps in the secret realm where the enchanted ring was found."

"According to our Linlang Pavilion's appraisal, it should be part of a sacred artifact or even a divine artifact."

"Although it's just one piece."

"But once it's placed on the body, one can clearly feel some magic power and even fighting qi enhancement."

"I believe once it's assembled, it will definitely be a priceless treasure."

Watching Zong Renhai passionately spit and talk about it.

However, the crowd's interest seemed lukewarm, with many whispering and debating but no one bidding.

Including Lin Yi himself.

Materials that require collecting like this don't really interest Lin Yi.

A lot of time and effort, not to mention who knows when they can be fully collected.

If they can't be completed, all previous efforts are wasted.

However, at this moment, Xiao Mo from Box No. 3 suddenly spoke:

"This crap, no matter how good it sounds, is still just a fragment."

"For Linlang Pavilion's sake, I'll take it for 50,000."

Hearing Xiao Mo's words, a slight chuckling sound immediately arose at the scene.

For them.

Spending 50,000 gold coins on a fragment with unknown use is indeed considered a 'high price.'

After all, on this continent, the purchasing power of 10 gold coins is equivalent to a month's food expenses for an ordinary family of three.

But apparently, this price did not meet Zong Renhai and Linlang Pavilion's initial expectations.

Therefore, a trace of anger flashed in Zong Renhai's eyes, but he still maintained a smiling face and said:

"50,000 gold coins from Box No. 3, is there a higher bid?"

Lin Yi glanced back at Box No. 3; this was the person who called him 'attention-seeking,' right?

Since so... Lin Yi sneered coldly in his heart.

And at this moment, Xiao Mo also happened to glance this way, frowning:

"What's this kid up to?"

Meanwhile, Zong Renhai was shouting loudly:

"50,000 gold coins for the second time."

Seeing everyone looking uninterested, just as Zong Renhai was about to conclude, Lin Yi suddenly raised his hand:

"100,000!"

"Bang!"

From Box No. 3, Xiao Mo angrily slammed the table, glaring at Lin Yi in the audience:

"You brat are asking for trouble!"

Whoosh~

Xiao Mo's words instantly focused all eyes on Lin Yi:

"Who's this kid?"

"He's risking his life; he's 'snatching' something the Xiao Family's clan leader wants."

"He's offering 100,000 gold coins for a broken fragment, must be crazy."

"Who knows."

"But I can predict, this kid is definitely going to be in big trouble after the auction ends."

Facing the strange looks from everyone, Lin Yi acted as if nothing happened and even reminded Zong Renhai:

"I said 100,000, is there a problem?"

Zong Renhai abruptly realized and hurriedly said:

"No problem, no problem."

Then he said with excitement:

"This young brother bids 100,000 Gold Coins, is there a higher bid?"

Zong Renhai's words seemed to be addressing everyone present.

But his eyes were looking towards Xiao Mo in box number 3, with clear mockery in his eyes.

It was as if saying: 'Didn't you want it for 50,000? Now someone bids 100,000, will you follow?'

Xiao Mo saw this scene and was furious:

"150,000!"

But as his voice just fell, Lin Yi immediately doubled the bid:

"300,000."

"Wow~"

The crowd instantly buzzed.

Thousands of people looked at Lin Yi, all wondering if this kid had gone mad.

From the look of it, he was obviously purposely targeting Xiao Mo with his bid!

Someone thought, could it be a counterattack to Xiao Mo's earlier remark about him seeking attention?

For a moment, everyone had an expression ready to watch a good show, and the scene heated up.

But some were curious:

He's just a Tier Four Grandmaster Swordsman. Where does he get the courage to confront the Xiao Family of Celestial Feather City?

Xiao Mo was equally puzzled, being the clan leader of the Xiao Family from Celestial Feather City, unexpectedly stepped over by a mere Grandmaster Swordsman.

This was undoubtedly a great humiliation for Xiao Mo.

He stood in front of the box's floor-to-ceiling window, glaring furiously at Lin Yi:

"Kid, do you not understand what trouble caused by words means?"

"I advise you to think clearly before speaking next."

"If you're smart, I can overlook the previous incident."

Then he shouted a price he was very reluctant about:

"310,000!"

Just when everyone thought Lin Yi would sensibly back down after Xiao Mo spoke.

Instead, Lin Yi suddenly stood up, once again attracting everyone's attention.

Lin Yi calmly looked at Zong Renhai on stage and asked:

"May I ask, am I considered a guest of your Linlang Pavilion while sitting here?"

These words left everyone puzzled, looking at each other.

Even Zong Renhai didn't immediately grasp what Lin Yi meant with his question.

But he promptly answered:

"From the moment everyone entered my Linlang Pavilion, you have been our most honored guests."

No wonder he is the best spokesperson at Linlang Pavilion auctions.

His answer was impeccable.

Not only did it answer Lin Yi's question, but also indirectly flattered everyone present.

Then Lin Yi asked:

"Very well."

"Now, I ask you again."

"Your guest here is facing a life threat, how does Linlang Pavilion plan to handle this?"

"What?!"

Zong Renhai was instantly incredulous as he looked at Lin Yi, his brows knit tightly.

As soon as this question was asked, Xiao Mo in box number 3 turned pale:

"This kid…"

Not only that, everyone present simultaneously looked at Zong Renhai on stage.

Clearly, Zong Renhai himself didn't expect Lin Yi would wait here for him.

But obviously, Lin Yi's words were mentally striking!

Just like Lin Yi said.

If I normally buy something here following the process, yet still face threats and even life safety issues.

Then who would dare buy anything here again?

Although in this world where the weak are prey to the strong, some things have long become unwritten rules.

But those unwritten rules remain unwritten.

When someone brings them up as a topic, as the auction house, they naturally cannot ignore it.

Otherwise, if this words spread, the resulting public opinion would be something Linlang Pavilion would never want to see.

Having understood this, Zong Renhai immediately grasped the bold intent of this young man.

While sighing at his audacity, his eyes turned to box number 3:

"Everyone sitting here is a distinguished guest of Linlang Pavilion."

"Anyone who dares threaten the safety of our guests is an enemy of Linlang Pavilion."

"Clan Leader Xiao, I hope this won't happen again."

Zong Renhai spoke as if filled with genuine emotion and righteousness.

Yet from Lin Yi's perspective.

Zong Renhai's words seemed to be advocating for him.

In reality, it was pointless nonsense, which he was too lazy to expose.

Looking at the silent box number 3, Lin Yi knew he had achieved his purpose.

Isn't it just about showing off?

I can do that too.

Just when everyone thought this matter was concluded.

Lin Yi suddenly spoke:

"310,000? Is that all the Xiao Family is capable of?"

"I bid 1,000,000!"

"Boom~"

A loud bang came from box number 3, and people in the ordinary audience area were too frightened to speak.

Inside the box, Xiao Mo already had a terrifying expression as he looked towards the audience area, gritting his teeth:

"Kid, don't push your luck."

Yet Lin Yi, at this time, calmly sat in his chair, asked Zong Renhai who was stunned:

"Please, can the announcement be made?"