Chapter 1241: Chapter 926, Consortium Auction_2

“I wouldn’t stoop to competing with skeletons for gear.” Lilith continued, “Shall we go to the game arcade tonight?”

“Sure, this time we’ll beat the game together.”

“Sounds great!” Lilith nodded with a smile.

…

Thump thump thump~!

The door was knocked, and the lively private room quieted down.

“Come in!” Philippa cleared her throat and called towards the door.

The door opened, and a woman dressed in Snake Badge Consortium attire stood at the entrance and slightly bowed, “Guest, the auction items you purchased have arrived, a total of 13,700 gold coins need to be paid.”

Everyone in the room simultaneously looked at Wu Heng.

“Bring them in!” Wu Heng said.

The staff outside the door gradually entered, placing one ornate box after another on the coffee table in the middle.

Wu Heng took out a chest of gold coins and said, “Wei’er, help them count it together.”

“Yes, master.” Andre Willow agreed and began counting the gold coins with the staff.

Mini and Philippa excitedly looked over at the items and special objects on the table.

They discussed animatedly as they examined each item.

Wu Heng’s gaze swept over them one by one, finally landing on the sparkling crystal beside him.

[Moonlight Crystal (Special Item)]

[Effect: Condensation.]

[Side Effect: Absorbs Moonlight.]

(Description: Naturally formed crystal that absorbs moonlight to condense dew, possessing special effects.)

When Retili made an introduction, she called this crystal the Moonlight Tear, whereas the panel called it the Moonlight Crystal.

The name ‘Tear’ likely came from the dew-like droplets it produced.

After all, the Elf Race tends to choose more elegant names.

The effect is condensation, which means it produces dew as she described.

The side effect is absorbing moonlight, which hardly counts as a side effect.

After all, natural special items rarely have significant side effects.

Retili mentioned that the condensation from this item can be used as alchemy materials, which I could let the Alchemy Skeleton look into.

The corpse core potion of the Corpse King Level still hasn’t yielded any results.

Let’s see if this special item can help in the development of the elixir.

If it’s not used here, it can be examined with the Wood Elf Alchemist when they arrive for further research.

“Guest, the count has been completed.” The staff stood up again, and Andre Willow also nodded, indicating everything was in order.

“Alright, you can get back to work!” Wu Heng said.

The staff bowed once more and exited directly.

Wu Heng and the maids continued to look at the remaining items and special objects.

…

The auction downstairs continued.

After the first bottle of potion, Retili introduced some other types of high-level potions and alchemy materials in between.

With the lead of the strengthening potion, the prices of these potions instantly seemed easier to accept.

They were effortlessly sold.

The last item was a second bottle of strengthening potion, also sold for 8,000 gold.

There wasn’t a significant increase in price.

If it were an elixir auction conducted on Gold and Silver Island with the heroes and royal family members prepped, the last bottle could have been bid up to double.

The consortium’s auction attendees were still somewhat average in strength.

“The local consortium buildings will hold a three-day free trading session. If any guests wish to sell some items or materials, they can go directly to the consortium for registration.” Retili bowed again, “Thank you all for supporting the consortium.”

Clack clack clack~!

With those words, the chandelier above lit up.

The entire theater was instantly bright.

The crowd began to move outward, discussing the items just auctioned and debating whether to stay on the island for a few more days and continue to spend time at the entertainment center.

Wu Heng instructed the maids to pack up the acquired items, opened the [Mansion Skill] for the maids to enter, and then released [Teleportation Technique] to leave directly.

…

Returning to the Island Lord’s Mansion.

The maids were still discussing the auction.

For them, such events couldn’t happen often enough to keep the island from getting too boring.

Wu Heng went up to the Alchemy Room, where the Alchemy Skeleton was located, and saw all the skeletons busy with their tasks.

“No.1 Expert, come over here.” Wu Heng motioned.

The six-armed Alchemy Skeleton came over, shaking potions with two of its hands.

Wu Heng took out the [Moonlight Crystal] and said, “This is a special item I’ve obtained. It can absorb moonlight to condense dew, and the dew can be used as alchemy materials. See if this dew has any utility, especially if it helps with elixirs of the Corpse King Level.”

The Alchemy Skeleton took the crystal, continued shaking the potion, and walked to the interior of the room, placing it by the window.

Wu Heng didn’t concern himself with how the Alchemy Skeleton would utilize it, as he glanced at a nearby cabinet.

The cabinet was filled mostly with Level 1 Potions, with a few Level 2 Potions as well.

Currently, the household potions allow the maids to consume up to corpse core Level 2, while Wu Heng himself was consuming Level 3 Potions.

Since becoming a hero, the pain effect brought by potions had been virtually negligible.

Wu Heng noticed that Level 1 Potions numbers were indeed quite large.

But, Shanaela still kept up the pace of potion auctions.

After a glance, Wu Heng left the room to return to release.

Glenda and Bella flew back from outside.

Glenda said, “The dispersed people have divided into three groups; one went to the port, another headed to the consortium, and the last one went to the entertainment center.”

“What were those heading to the consortium doing?” Wu Heng asked.

Bella said, “I followed them over; the consortium had a free trading meet, where anyone could trade their items or stuff.”

Wu Heng had a realization; last year’s auction had the trade meet set before the auction.

This time they put it afterward.

Wu Heng guided the tea to flow into the cup and continued asking, “Are many people going to the entertainment center?”

Glenda floated nearby and said, “Quite a few, half of them, with the rest split between the port and the Snake Badge Consortium.”

Hearing this news, Wu Heng raised an eyebrow.

It seemed like the entertainment center was still quite popular.

Bella floated nearby and said, “Once this wave of people leaves, the people would become fewer again.”

“Yes, but once they leave, news would have spread, and more people will come over time. Plus, it solves employment on the island.” Wu Heng said with a smile.

During personnel selection, Wu Heng had Shanaela choose some of the island’s low-tier people.

Not only providing employment, but doing well would result in a reward of a professional scroll.

It was quite a support for the local residents.

“You really worry about a lot as the Island Master.” Glenda remarked, then added, “I also went to the church; apart from the times when eggs were distributed, people came in steadily.”

Wu Heng checked the panel; faith hadn’t increased.

But this was still a positive progression.

“Take it slow, there’s no rush.”

“Was it really spontaneous when you hugged Lilith yesterday?” Glenda floated over, full of gossip.

Wu Heng widened his eyes, “How did you see?”

“The whole street had only you two Level 20, can’t miss it with a glance.” Bella asked from the side, “So? Planning to conquer a hero this time?”

“What are you talking about; with so many people at the time, I just hugged her.” Wu Heng defended himself.

Bella said, “Try letting someone else touch Lilith; they’ll have their features sealed. You still have a chance.”

“Right, with two leaders, Gold and Silver Island is also safer.”

“No, why are you persuading me? I have no objections, you two should be convincing Lilith.” Wu Heng looked at the two ghosts and said.

At dusk, after dinner.

Mini said, “Master, if we go to the entertainment center, do you want to come with us?”

The four maids in the house, Shanaela, and Philippa had all gathered.

“You go ahead, if there’s any danger, call me.” Wu Heng said.

Shanaela laughed and said, “With two heroes on the island, who dares to try anything now?”

Wu Heng thought that’s fair, “Go on; I’m going out tonight. If I’m not home, don’t wait for me.”

“Oh, master, stay safe.” Mini added.

The group of women got into a carriage and left the Island Lord’s Mansion.

Wu Heng tidied up a bit, also released [Teleportation Technique] and disappeared.

…

He reappeared at the Steward Mansion.

Wu Heng softly knocked on the door, and when Shi Yali peeked out, her eyes curved into crescents, “Wu Heng!”

Then, came a big hug.

“You missed me that much!” Wu Heng embraced her waist and walked into the living room.

Xi Ligui, in a blue floral dress, smiled and looked over, “Not busy today? Visiting us.”

“Bought two special items suitable for you, thought I’d drop by.”