Apocalypse Gachapon Chapter 1962: Surprise at the auction

All present understood that the final two auction lots consisted of the eight-turn medicine and a Red Condensation-grade Taros Red Dwarves weapon.

Indeed, over half the attendees had journeyed here expressly for these pair of treasures.

"A Red Condensation grade... combat blade."

White Robe pulled away the crimson fabric draped over it. Ye Zhongming had come up with this inventive touch, insisting it would invite prosperity.

"Its keen edge is self-evident. Yet what stands out most is this combat blade's superb resilience. Plenty of you can surely spot that it's crafted from Geruiyas active metal. Right now, just the Taros Red Dwarves command this skill."

Gripping the combat blade, a flicker of awe passed over White Robe's expression too.

The moment Ye Zhongming offered this combat blade for the auction, shock rippled through the Star-Eye Clan's leadership.

Warriors all recognize the vital role a superior weapon plays—Ye Zhongming, already fitted with seven Red Condensation grade pieces, saw his fighting strength boost by what amounted to a thousand Furelai at minimum. Surrendering elite gear like that wasn't something done lightly.

Besides, he'd claimed it through mortal peril.

A fifth might appear modest, but consider: the Star-Eye Clan merely supplied the venue and a few members, while Ye Zhongming handled the sourcing. Handing over 20% net was quite magnanimous.

Regardless of his esteem for Ye Zhongming, White Robe wondered if he himself could bear to part with such prime gear.

What escaped his notice was Ye Zhongming's total lack of regret. To the Star-Eye Clan, these Red Condensation grade items ranked as pinnacle tools, but in Ye Zhongming's eyes, they fell short of elite status.

He could craft Purple equipment on his own. With ample resources, his yield proved reliable. Thus, Red Condensation grade—merely a notch above Purple—held little allure for Ye Zhongming.

Had it been Raini grade, though, Ye Zhongming would clutch it fiercely, never releasing, since he believed Lie God grade gear aligned with seven-colored and Ruler levels. Raini grade likely sat midway between Purple and seven-colored, vastly surpassing Purple.

"Beyond its chilling sharpness, this blade holds further prowess." White Robe brandished it while announcing, "Observe this gleaming sheen. Far from decorative, it induces sight distortions in foes staring straight at it, sparing the wielder. A boon in battle. Plus, the blade resists light assaults that impair vision and eyes."

"Tremor!" White Robe arched a brow. "In motion, the blade vibrates relentlessly. Greater vibrations draw in ambient energy to the blade, steadily amplifying its might until hitting endurance caps, where it holds steady."

"Naturally, that cap isn't breakage imminent. On the contrary, thanks to Geruiyas active metal traits, full energy intake doubles the blade's force, peaking its sturdiness and edge."

"At such a point, it transforms into an entirely new armament!"

White Robe's words ignited a storm of exclamations from the crowd, far surpassing the buzz at the debut lot's reveal.

This single feature alone ignited desires in countless hearts.

While conceding the combat blade's genuine excellence, observers also gauged the Star-Eye Clan's plight.

The clan desperately needed funds, teetering on survival's edge. Else, why auction such a gem?

"There's more to share, folks." White Robe grew animated in his pitch; these bidders seemed less steady than he'd been upon learning the traits.

"Likewise, via Geruiyas active metal, should the combat blade take hits in fight, sufficient rest allows self-repair, preserving core qualities. And that's not all!"

White Robe elevated his tone slightly. "This combat blade pairs superbly. Should its new owner secure reforging from a Taros Red Dwarves forge master, it stands a strong chance—truly strong—of advancing to Raini grade."

Bidders' gazes lit with fervor. This Red Condensation grade weapon shone as exceptional.

They'd encountered such grades before, yet few rivals matched this combat blade's caliber.

"What's the reserve?"

Impatience seized someone, prompting the query.

White Robe grinned and replied, "The reserve... thirty thousand Moonspan Gold."

Not just the on-site throng, but Dark Strip City viewers via broadcast gasped sharply.

Thirty thousand Moonspan Gold!

Prior lots tallied high volumes, yet netted just ten thousand Moonspan Gold. Now the floor hit thirty thousand.

What peak might the sale reach?

Red Condensation-grade gear's traits and variances within grade defied exact pricing; only broad estimates applied.

Pre-arrival intel pegged Red Condensation-grade values from ten to fifty thousand Moonspan Gold.

Did this combat blade merit thirty thousand? Absolutely. But as the floor, with Bai'e Jie folks sure to inflate, would it halt at fifty thousand?

Should it surpass, pursue still? Relinquishing would sting, given the blade's true worth.

"Very well, commence your bids!" White Robe urged the assembly with a grin.

"Thirty-one thousand!"

"Thirty-five thousand!"

"Thirty-eight thousand!"

His cue sparked a flurry of offers, spiking the sum by eight thousand Moonspan Gold right away. It signaled to onlookers the close wouldn't skim cheap.

The Bai'e Jie bidder smirked and lifted his sign. Forty thousand!

This followed prior accord. It marked the threshold in Star-Eye Clan and Ye Zhongming's minds. Only beyond that would the blade change hands. This price-pusher had fulfilled his role and could bow out.

Yet as anticipation built for further calls, one figure rose abruptly, halting others' shouts, and addressed White Robe overhead, "I suggest a notion. Hear it out before pressing on with bids? No harm in pausing!"