The Sovereign Dragon Ring

Episode 110's

Standing in the middle of the platform, the golden-haired middle-aged man continued to boast, “When discussing the Ten Works, in this day and age, the lowest appraisal of the Ten Works was 5. 28 million gold coins, while the highest was the 'Bloody-Eyed Lion', which was recently auctioned off at the Proulx Gallery branch in Yulan Empire for 13 million gold coins! ”

All the nobles and rich merchants below became silent.

This price is really scary.

"Materials for the statue, the 'Bloody-Eyed Lion', were collected from the Saint level, 'Eyed-Eyed Lion', while the sculptor was the Grandmaster Hoover from over a hundred thousand years ago. In the past ten thousand years, our Yulan continent has produced only two Grandmaster-level sculptors; master Proulx, and Master Hope Jensen. Both of them reached the level of Grandmaster. ”

The golden-haired man laughed suddenly.

“However, from what I know, every single Grandmaster sculptor in history... no... do not discuss the Grandmaster for now ... In fact most master sculptors are only recognized as 'masters' after the first century of their lives. Even if they hadn't reached a hundred yet, they were at least in their seventies or eighties. Has anyone ever been a master before the age of thirty? "

The golden-haired man looked at his listeners. “Then, no. But now? There are. ”

"Master Linley was a genius. He's seventeen years old! He was a seventeen-year-old two-element magus of the seventh rank. In the field of magic, he was the number two genius in the entire history of the Yulan continent. But his achievements in the field of sculpture, despite being only seventeen years old, were also known by everyone here. ”

As he spoke, the golden-haired man turned to stare at the statue, 'Awakening From the Dream'.

Two female officers stepped forward and removed the covering cloth, revealing the actual statue, 'Awakening From the Dream'.

"This is a sculpture produced by Master Linley. Based on an investigation conducted by our Gallery, the statue was completed last December, during the days of a major blizzard. In other words, it was finished when Linley was still sixteen years old. The golden-haired man laughed. “At that time, I wondered why the blizzard was so fierce. But now, recalling, I imagine it must have something to do with the impending birth of this statue of Master Linley. ”

Instantly, all the nobles and figures below laughed.

“Alright, enough with small talk. "Pointing the statue, 'Awakening From the Dream', the golden-haired man said," This statue has truly reached the level of a Grandmaster. More importantly, this statue was huge. To be honest, we can cut it into five pieces and auction each piece separately. ”

The rich nobles below all laughed out loud as they started chatting.

"I was just kidding, of course. Each figure depicted in this statue has its own aura and appeal. When put together, they seem to form an amazing love story. I believe many stone lovers present can feel the sad but beautiful love story behind this statue. ”

The golden-haired man sighed. “Masing each of these five figures has been carved at the Grandmaster level. When put together, they will give viewers a very unique, very special sensation. I really can't guess how much this statue will cost. ”

"And most importantly of all, when Master Linley finished this statue, he was sixteen years old! Sixteen years old! ”The voice of the golden-haired man began to bluster. “I have never, in my life, found myself at a loss for words. I have no way of expressing the admiration I feel verbally to Master Linley. He ... is a true genius! "

These words caused another commotion among the nobles watching.

For a sixteen-year-old to complete a sculpture like this was no miracle.

But in their booth, the Debs clan was completely silent.

" disgusting that. ”Kalan was filled with anger and hatred towards this golden-haired auctioneer. After a bit of his speech, the bidding war for this statue would definitely become more extreme.

"I can't imagine Master Linley's future achievements. And that was why this statue, the first sculpture made by Master Linley to shock the world, was so precious! Unfortunately ... unfortunately, I myself do not have much money, because otherwise, even if I had to sell all my family possessions, I would still buy this statue. The golden-haired man said with a laugh. “Alright, let's start the auction. The bid will start at 1 million gold coins. I believe no one will mind? "

A million gold coins!

That was the starting point for this auction?

Many lowly nobles who hoped to have good luck suddenly came to a realization. If they were not members of a very rich and powerful clan, they should not have thought of trying to fight over this statue, 'Awakening From the Dream'.

“Each offer must be at least 100,000 gold coins higher than the last. "The golden-haired man added. "Good . The auction for Master Linley's statue, 'Awakening From the Dream', has now officially begun! ”

Soon, the auction hall fell silent.

"1. 5 million! ”A nobleman sitting at the very bottom row immediately made a bid.

Linley watched the bidding happen below from the third floor. From Linley's clothes, the little Shadowmouse, Bebe, also stuck out his head to watch the process.

“Bos, in the future, I can eat all the roasted chicken and roasted duck I want, and drink all the wine I want as well. "Bebe's voice sounded in Linley's mind.

"No problem . "Linley rubbed Bebe's little head.

As far as he was concerned, Bebe was like a brother to him.

"Yes! In the future, life will be sweet. ”Bebe is so excited that his eyes are sparkling. Sticking his neck, he leaned over to look down. "Whoahs. Two million gold. Higher, higher. ”Bebe constantly urges prices to rise. Watching Bebe, Linley could not help but laugh.

King Clayde, the king of the Kingdom of Fenlai, warmly clapped Linley's hands on his back. "Linley, let me help give you a boost!"

"Austoni, five million gold coins!" Clayde instructs Austoni.

Austoni walked to the platform talking, then said in a bright voice, "Your Majesty, Clayde, bid five million gold coins!"

"Thank you, Your Majesty. "Linley immediately said.

“Haha, don't worry. "Clayde wrapped his arm around Linley's shoulder in a friendly manner. "Linley, regardless of whether you choose to join me or not, there is no reason for us to continue to maintain decency as a ruler and subject. Clayde spoke very casually and freely.

Linley began to feel fine towards Clayde.

He is a very magnetic and charismatic leader.

"Your Majesty, please forgive me, but I would like to go back and consult with my father first. If nothing extraordinary happens, I intend to remain in the Kingdom of Fenlai. "Say Linley with a smile.

“Yes, you should talk to your father about this. "Clayde frowned a little. "But Linley, from what I heard, your father has left the town of Wushan. I've spent time investigating, but don't know where your father went. It was as if ...he disappeared. ”

Once Linley's fame had exploded, as part of his plan to pull Linley to his side, Clayde sent some people to meet with the Linley family.

But Hogg was no longer in the town of Wushan.

"My father is not currently in the city of Wushan?" Linley felt somewhat suspicious, but then he laughed. “Maybe my dad went somewhere else for a while. Dad wasn't always in the town of Wushan. ”

"Maybe. "Clayde did not continue on this topic.

… .

In a private room on the second floor.

“Five million gold coins ?! Goddamnit! ”Kalan swore harshly, something he rarely did.

Bernard, the leader of the Debs clan, had a gloomy expression on his face. He said in a low voice, “Kalan, you should know what kind of situation the clan is facing. Currently, the future of the clan was uncertain. We can't spend too much money on this. Based on the consideration of our clan, at most we can set aside eight million gold coins for you. This is our point. ”

Kalan nodded.

Kalan knew very well that the entire net worth of his clan was only about a hundred million gold coins, and most of that wealth was tied up in illiquid assets. Their liquid assets were, at most, around twenty million gold coins or so. The clan could not possibly dispose of all their fluid reserves on a single statue.

It was already very good for the clan not to force Kalan and Alice to part ways.

"5. 3 million gold! ”Someone at the second-level booth made a bid.

The golden-haired middle-aged man started to grow excited. "5. 3 million gold coins! The lowest valuation of any of the Ten Works is 5.28 million gold coins, but now, the list of the Ten Works has changed. I can officially announce that the statue, 'Awakening From the Dream', has officially joined the ranks of the Ten Works! "

"Youth Master Yale of the Dawson Conglomerate filed six million gold coins!" Austoni once again announced from the third level.

Upon hearing this price, Kalan's face started to turn black.

The price had reached six million gold coins so quickly. This had truly exceeded Kalan's expectations. Based on Kalan's prediction, given that the cheapest of the Ten Works was valued at 5.28 million gold coins, the eight million gold coins he had prepared should have been more than enough.

But…

Kalan is not a true collector. He did not have a deep understanding of the field of stone making.

These true lovers can really feel the unique soul-awakening aura of this statue, 'Awakening From the Dream', especially when looking at the five images together. Such a thing is very rare. In the entire history of the Yulan continent, there has never been a case of five figures being carved into one statue, especially in such a way that it evokes a feeling of sadness and beauty in the eyes of the audience.

Moreover, the sculptor was only sixteen years old when this was completed. And he was a magus genius!

“I can't let the price keep going up like this. "Kalan frowned.

He knew that if the price continued to rise slowly, his chances of winning the auction would get even thinner.

"Eight million gold coins!" Kalan's loud voice announced his offer.

From six million gold coins to eight million gold coins. Sudden increase of two million gold coins. This kind of explosive increase was enough to shock everyone present. After all, even the Ten Works were only worth so much. Even the three prized statues of Proulx were only worth around seven million gold.

True collectors do not collect just for the sake of collecting; they are also interested in value.

Otherwise, if they just threw their money wildly, they would bankrupt the clan.

The golden-haired middle-aged man immediately shouted loudly, "Klan Debs filed eight million gold coins! Nice, neat, neat upgrade up to eight million gold coins. From this, one could tell that they were determined to win this auction for this statue! I can already imagine how, in the future, after Master Linley became a Saint-level warrior, the price of this statue would no longer be just eight million gold coins. Most likely, at that time, it would be worth sixteen million gold coins! "

The promotion ability of this golden haired man was truly extremely ferocious.

But none of those present were fools. They all contemplate ... After all, even if they have money, it should be spent in a meaningful way.

…

At the third level of the auction room, Linley, Yale, King Clayde, Cardinal Guillermo, and Cardinal Lampson all engaged in empty chatter and laughter as they watched the events below.

"Sister three, that Kalan has made an offer. "Yale said in a low voice.

Linley could not help but turn to look at Kalan's booth. He could clearly see Kalan holding hands with Alice inside their booth. Judging from Kalan's expression, he was extremely agitated.

“Third Brother, let me give him a little pressure. Whatever happens, we can't let your sculpture fall into his hands. "Yale said in a soft voice.

"Not needed . "Linley slowly shook her head.

Linley was staring directly at Alice. Sitting there in the booth, Alice looked like a pitiful little girl suffering from some kind of persecution. All the other members of the Debs clan stared at Alice with a hint of dissatisfaction in their eyes. After all, their clan spent a lot of money for Alice.

“If they really want it, let them have it. "Said Linley emotionlessly.

Sitting next to him, Guillermo and Lampson exchanged glances, then chuckled.

… .

In a private room.

All the members of the Debs clan were feeling extremely nervous. But of course, Alice and Kalan were the most nervous.

"Silence, Alice. Eight million gold coins was already a very high price. There will be no higher. "Walk comforted Alice .. but who would comfort her? Because the clan only gave him the authority to bid up to eight million gold.

The golden-haired middle-aged man raised a small hammer. "Klan Debs has bid eight million gold. Is anyone going to beat them? If not .. I will start the countdown. ”

“Ten million gold. ”

A somewhat lazy voice sounded from one of the chairs in the middle of the first level. Up until now, almost all of the offers for this statue, 'Awakening From the Dream', had come from extremely powerful clans that were sitting on the second level. They were the ones who were actually involved in this bidding war. The nobles sitting below were only there to witness the excitement. No one expected either of them to make an offer either.

“None of you have any insights. From what I can say, this 'Resurrection From Dreams' can be considered the beginning of a new style of stone carving. His carving style was completely different from every other sculpture, and moreover, he had five images with completely unique yet interconnected auras. It must be worth ten million gold coins. '' The man who bid ten million gold coins said casually.

From this long loose and loose robe of a thirty to forty year old man, everyone could feel his lazy and lazy nature.

"Ten million gold coins?"

In their private room, Alice and Kalan were both stunned.