Destiny Mission of game 'Star Ring'-Chapter 1417 - 1108: Plan (Part 3)

"Ah, that works too."

The smiles on the faces of the several Emperors, including Harlett, grew even more stiff.

"Hmph, quite the bold tone."

At this moment, Berlin Heimine, who was passing by with elders, said disdainfully.

"Berlin, speak less, haven’t you heard the saying, ’disaster comes from the mouth’? Everything about you is good, but this temper really needs to change."

Berlin’s sister, Yun Lin, advised softly.

"It’s not just because these guys are too arrogant, little do they know they’re only enjoying the benefits given by the City Lord."

Berlin spoke a bit indignantly.

"We also enjoyed it before, and we got through it like this. Alright, let’s not talk about those things."

Yun Lin pulled Berlin inside.

...

Soon, everyone entered the auction venue, which was very simple.

Somewhat like a T-shaped classroom, there was a large platform at the front.

All auction items would appear as holographic projections, each person at their own seat with a mini virtual bidding interface they could summon upon sitting.

Just operate on it to bid, very simple.

A man in work attire, quite old but energetic, soon walked onto the stage.

He bowed to everyone and began to speak.

"Introducing myself, I am the auctioneer Lauckley for this event. The auction model this time is very simple: the highest bidder wins! Malicious price-raising is strictly prohibited. Once a bid is made, it’s considered valid, and those who raise prices without paying will be severely punished. Therefore, I hope everyone can be rational and prudent when bidding. Now, I announce the start of the auction!"

"The first auction is a residential land located at Second Ring Area·Boduo Street, with a total area of 50,000 square meters, starting at 10 billion Star Coins."

"120!"

"150!"

...

Alles sat quietly in his seat, watching others bid.

"President of Alles, aren’t we bidding on something?"

Hai Yue curiously asked.

"Residential land is for immigration, what’s the point of bidding on it? Enjoyment? The Federation is at a critical moment now, bidding for these is useless."

Alles responded rationally.

"Seems like it."

Hai Yue suddenly realized.

"Our goal is commercial land, but looking at the people who came today, bidding successfully won’t be easy. We might have to prepare for a big expenditure."

Thinking of this, Alles was a bit troubled.

Though the finances are quite ample now, there are many things to purchase.

Not to mention the upgrade of advanced weapons is a big expense, the Federation is currently discussing V-generation Biological Mecha procurement in Star Ring City.

Of course, this situation is not unique to the Federation; it’s similar across all countries.

That’s why in the first half of the auction for civilian land, participants from the twelve nations were rarely seen bidding.

Everyone was saving their money for the more critical purchases later.

Half an hour later, the residential land auction ended, with all buyers coming from the countries of the First Birthplace and Second Birthplace.

Immediately after, Lauckley the auctioneer announced.

"Next is the auction of a commercial land located on the west side of Vincent Street, part of the Second Ring Area, with a total land area of 100,000 square meters and a base price of 500 billion."

"5000 billion!"

At this moment, a man, dressed in gray V-generation Bio Armor, with sharp eyes and an aura of dominance all over, raised his hand.

"Mechanical Empire bids 500 billion! Is there any higher offer?"

Lauckley asked.

The entire auction was silent, no one responded.

Hai Yue, puzzled, whispered to Alles.

"President of Alles, why is no one bidding at such a low price? This is far below market value."

"That man is Emperor Winters of the Mechanical Empire from the 1st Birthplace, his country’s strength is incredibly formidable, arguably the strongest of all affiliated countries. The land isn’t public; it’s been privately put up for auction and has caught his eye — essentially pre-decided. Before attending the auction, they informed me not to compete for it! Although we’ve joined the Star Ring City system, forcibly contesting this land would mean tearing face with them, which is unnecessary!"

"Could it be that the following land is all pre-decided too?"

Hai Yue said with slight shock.

"No, only two privately auctioned lands are pre-decided. The rest are public, and it’s each person’s skill."

Alles replied indifferently.

Soon, Lauckley confirmed and announced.

"Congratulations to the Mechanical Empire for winning, now for the second commercial land auctioned, this one is located on the east side of Maple Avenue in Second Ring, with a total land area of 150,000 square meters and a base price of 8000 billion Star Coins."

"8000 billion."

This time, an elderly woman sitting in the front row, holding a black mechanical cane and clad in a luxurious robe, raised her hand.

"Laurel Kingdom bids 8000 billion! Is there any higher offer?"

Lauckley asked as per the routine rule.

The auction remained very quiet, and the Laurel Kingdom successfully won the commercial land.

At this moment, Emperor Marcus, Alles, and others were sitting upright, every gaze turned quite serious — the main event was about to begin; this was their stage.

However, at this moment, Lauckley bowed to everyone.

"Thank you all for participating, the auction ends here."

Once said, the suddenly silent auction hall exploded.

Emperor Marcus slapped the armrest and stood up abruptly, extremely angry, saying: "Are you playing us? Weren’t there public lands still left for auction? What do you mean it’s ended?"

"Apologies, just before this auction started, a temporary notice was received that all the original six plots prepared for auction have been completely sold out."