Chapter 1211: Chapter 909, Spirit Awakening Sect_2

Wu Heng glanced at Bella floating beside him, “Bella, how’s the fight going?”

“Sister Beini is commanding the skeletons, and I have several skeletons on my side too. It’s an intense fight.” Xiao Xiao said excitedly.

Glenda also smiled as she looked over.

To adults, becoming a ghost is somewhat somber, but only with Xiao Xiao could one feel that being a ghost isn’t all that bad.

Bella laughed and said, “Once I finish making my puppets, I can join the battle too.”

“The Deceit Puppet Master’s reply should be on its way, no need to rush,” Wu Heng said.

“Mm!” Bella nodded.

After clearing the snow off Xiao Xiao, Wu Heng continued, “Alright, let’s head back first.”

Xiao Xiao detached from the puppet.

Wu Heng stored the puppet into the Space Ring, and the Three Ghosts also burrowed into the body.

Opening the boundary door, they returned to Gold and Silver Island.

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Lopaz City.

In the luxuriously decorated meeting room of the Snake Badge Consortium, the golden glow of twilight spilled through the windows, onto the long oval conference table.

The leaders of the consortium from various parts of the Emerald Sea sat upright, their expressions solemn.

At the head of the table, an elderly man, thin and dressed in a gray and white robe, spoke in a low voice, “For this auction, Retili wants to set the venue on Gold and Silver Island. Let’s hear everyone’s opinions.”

The annual auction is a significant year-end event for each region.

Whether it is successful will affect their subsequent resources and promotions.

The Snake Badge Consortium is different from associations; there aren’t many idle positions. Poor performance means replacement, while good performance leads to faster advancement.

Especially with rumors circulating about inspections by their leader in various places, they must take this seriously.

Someone spoke softly, “I believe it’s too risky. Since Island Lord Wu Heng went to Gold and Silver Island, there hasn’t been a stop to the topics about him. High-profile attention represents a lot of uncontrollable information spread.

Moreover, I’ve heard the Holy Court warned all chambers of commerce and fleets associated with Gold and Silver Island. Although they agreed to our auction there, they might be planning to drag us down.”

Another person said, “It’s a stretch to say they want to drag us down, but they might take the opportunity to change the situation on Gold and Silver Island. Rostand! Can you tell us more?”

Sitting in the third position on the right was a thin, narrow-eyed middle-aged man, Rostand, the consortium leader of Gold and Silver Island.

Rostand spoke plainly, “Gold and Silver Island has developed well over the past couple of years. Wu Heng became a leader, and another consortium leader, Lilith, is also on the island.”

It’s somewhat amusing.

It’s not me but Lopaz City, which is five days away, suggesting holding the auction on Gold and Silver Island.

Of course, this relates to my initial stance. The island’s consortium wasn’t highly regarded by Gold and Silver Island.

But as Gold and Silver Island continues to thrive, my own performance has also improved.

My position has steadily risen, now sitting at the third spot.

When the others heard there was another leader on the island, their eyebrows raised, and their low discussions ceased.

Rostand continued to add, “I’ve heard the Dwarf Leader plans to settle on the island too, but that’s just a rumor. Lilith indeed lives on the island all the time.”

Goodness, a small island gathering three heroes.

“I think holding an auction on Gold and Silver Island is too risky.”

“I’ve heard that Leader Lilith is very aloof, and early on, part of her tribe that opposed her got exiled. Going there seems like walking into a trap.”

“I think having the auction on a ship, as before, would be better.”

“Yeah, it’s close to year-end; I don’t think it’s necessary to take risks.”

As everyone talked, the elder in the robe at the head looked towards Retili in the first position on the left, “Retili, I’d like to hear your thoughts.”

Her status rose rapidly within a year.

From the middle seats, she moved to the first position beside him.

Nobody believed it was without some opportunity.

Retili, dressed in a slim-fitting red suit like a burning flame, stood out in the room’s cool tones.

Scanning the room, she solemnly said, “I understand your concerns, but since when has the consortium ever shied away from risks? Gold and Silver Island, being centrally located in the Emerald Sea, is the most suitable auction location. Also, let’s not forget, who controls the Emerald Sea shipping lanes now? Even if we hold the auction at sea, we still need the Lord Island Master’s nod.”

Leaning slightly forward, she continued, “More importantly, I can directly correspond with Island Lord Wu Heng. He can assure our safety and have newspapers pre-announce for us.”

Everyone’s eyes filled with surprise and jealousy.

To communicate directly with a hero–so that’s her backing.

Furthermore, others noticed the matter of the shipping lanes in the Emerald Sea.

Gold and Silver Island had taken control of greater patrol rights, which meant holding an auction at sea would require prior arrangements with them.

The elderly man at the head stroked his beard, smiling as he asked, “Retili, can you assure us there’ll be no problems with this auction on Gold and Silver Island? Will you vouch for it with your standing?”

Retili clenched her fingers under the table but maintained her smile. “I can, but Island Leader Wu Heng also requires a fee for venue rental and ensuring safety.”

“As expected, how much does he require?”

Retili’s eyes focused intently, “40% of the profits.”

All eyes widened.

“That’s somewhat excessive.”

“Indeed, we’ve never granted such a high percentage.”

Retili said, “Paying for a hero’s guaranteed protection–do you really think it’s too much? To me, it seems like a fair deal!”