If Su Li could truly help him establish connections with the Elector of Sulande Province, he might even consider finding a way to send this noblewoman to Su Li’s room.

Though he wielded power in Marle Castle, everyone in Marle Castle’s upper echelon knew they were merely a white glove pushed forward by the real nobility within the Empire.

To truly establish deep and stable roots, and not worry about having his identity revoked on a whim, he needed backing from a true top-tier noble of the Empire. For a businessman, the more Electors he could connect with, the safer his status would be, and the broader the trade routes and business scope he could open!

If Senator Smith had proposed this idea before last night, Su Li might have been interested.

However, he had just won over Selanweir last night, having spent an entire evening practicing with this stunning young maiden, and now he was no longer interested in those mediocre figures.

"Thank you for Commissioner Smith’s kind offer. But we have already decided to head to Krankenfield Auction House. After the auction concludes, we shall return to Hesse Territory."

Of course, Senator Smith was aware of the trip to the auction house, and he immediately said, "Then we’ll go together, together! Bauhinia Knight, if you fancy anything, don’t be shy. President Roger and I are prepared to cover all the auction costs."

Su Li would certainly not refuse such a favor, moreover, it was already agreed upon earlier.

Thus, the group headed directly to the auction house.

Krankenfield Auction House was built in the city’s commercial district center, its towering three-story building and stone tower bright and prominent, occupying over two acres in the prime city center. It even had an area planted with plane trees and red maples, with the entrance archway covered in Clematis, this vine queen blooming from early spring to late autumn, covering arches and fences in vibrant colors, creating a very delightful scenery.

The usually rare sight of Krankenfield Auction House’s owner, President Elle, was in full dress standing at the entrance, evidently waiting for someone to arrive. 𝒇𝙧𝙚𝓮𝙬𝙚𝓫𝒏𝓸𝓿𝓮𝒍.𝓬𝙤𝓶

This filled the knights and wealthy merchants queueing to enter with astonishment; who could be significant enough for President Elle to personally await here?

It’s known that the owner of this auction house is usually very mysterious; she’s beautiful, wealthy, and very enchanting, the object of desire for many men in Marle Castle.

Many fantasize at night of her favor, dreaming of tearing off her clothes and pressing her beneath them.

To catch a glimpse of President Elle, a wealthy merchant once spent 1000 Golden Crowns, but was mercilessly rejected.

Yet, such a beautiful and mysterious president was waiting here all morning, for nearly half an hour!

She even caused a traffic jam in front of the auction house, as fruit and vegetable transport carts collided with onlooking auction attendees at the archway, making the bustling streets even more congested!

Without letting people speculate long, shortly after many Griffins and Flying Horses flew over from the street, President Elle’s face immediately lit up with a radiant smile.

She immediately instructed the auction house servants, "Quick, quick, disperse those carts and don’t block the traffic behind."

As the Griffins approached, she ignored the fierce wind stirred by their wings, stood below the Griffins, looked up and shouted: "Su Li, you’ve finally arrived. Don’t take the main entrance; it’s congested due to asset verification. I’ll take you through the VIP access; we’ll go directly inside."

Everyone around immediately focused their gaze; Griffin Knights were already incredibly rare, even rarer was such a young knight!

"No wonder President Elle waited here for so long! This woman never acts without benefit; turns out she’s leaning against noble favor."

"This flag is so unfamiliar, never seen it before. Which noble family’s knight is out?"

"Bauhinia Knight, I heard about him just yesterday at the Eternal Flame Cathedral. Seems he’s only an Elite Knight and Pioneer Lord."

"What? A Pioneer Lord can have two Griffins? My god, did I hear it wrong, or has the world gone mad? If he becomes a Count, wouldn’t he have a Griffin Knight Order?"

Su Li also curiously glanced at these guests pointing and whispering about him; those attending this auction must be either wealthy or noble, evident from their mode of travel. Knights riding tall horses, merchants, and noblewomen in luxurious carriages.

Traffic congestion here is not just a metaphor but an incredibly fitting reality. The cars they drove here even caused street blockage.

Clearly, their lifestyle is far richer and more refined than Su Li’s as a Pioneer Lord; to this day, Su Li has yet to commission a luxurious carriage for himself.

But even so, asset verification is still required?

Su Li, surrounded by numerous guards, walked into the auction house under the watchful eyes of all, then asked President Elle accompanying him, "What’s the deal with your auction house’s asset verification?"

President Elle smiled and explained, "Oh, that’s just a minor measure to prevent fraudsters and troublemakers from entering and recklessly bidding, causing incidents. Normally, attendees must carry over 500 Golden Crowns; today’s grand auction has a verification criteria of over 1000 Golden Crowns. Of course, Su Li, you’re our esteemed guest; coming through the VIP passage doesn’t require this procedure at all."