Chapter 436 A Complicated Auction 2/3 (2/2)

”Do it and let's observe the situation first.” A man, with his face covered by the shadow, responded with a deep voice. The man sounded as though he was in his thirties. ”We've opposed a few times but we eventually failed. Don't forget why we're here. That man is definitely not here for these useless items and ornaments. Observe the situation, but don't attract that man's attention.

”I understand,” the man nodded and lifted his bidding plate.

6800 gold coins.

This bidding price changed the atmosphere of the entire auction venue. Everyone was whispering ear to ear while examining the four slates on the stage as they couldn't figure out how this weird looking thing could fetch such a high price. Suddenly, the private compartment above them accepted the challenge.

7000 gold coins.

Rhode had no intention of giving up.

7200 gold coins.

The other bidder went into silence for a moment and announced their price.

7500 gold coins.

Now, it was Rhode's turn to fall into silence. He didn't respond immediately; instead, he sat on the sofa, lifting the wineglass casually while gazing down at the auction venue. At this moment, the others in the compartment were looking at Rhode with uncertainty because they knew that the bidding for this item that Rhode wanted wasn't that easy.

”Leader?” Anne puckered her brows and gazed at Rhode. However, Rhode was as though a sommelier, appreciating the delicious wine in his wine glass. It was only after the auctioneer knocked on his gavel once when Rhode made a hand gesture.

7700 gold coins.

This time, no one challenged him.

”Ivan?” The man shrieked in shock while his companion hiding in the shadows groaned. ”Give up.”

”Give up? Ivan, are you sure? That guy seems to want this thing a lot.” The man gazed in doubt and frowned. ”You see, that guy is willing to pay 7700 gold coins and although we don't know what's so special about that thing… Shall we experiment it?”

”There's no need to.” The man in the shadows gestured with his hand decisively. ”Didn't you see? That man didn't respond instantly after the second bid from the other bidder. He must be hesitant of his desire for this item; if not, he wouldn't decide to bid for it only after the auctioneer strikes the gavel once. This shouldn't be the item that he wants because there is no reason for him to hesitate for so long. Also, he raises the bid by 200 gold coins every time and didn't attempt to raise the price by a huge amount to force the other bidder away. This goes to show that this thing isn't necessary for him… Continue to observe. It's not over yet.”

”Alright, I understand.” The man nodded convincingly as he indeed didn't notice these behaviors… It seemed rather logical to him.

The gavel struck thrice.

Rhode let out a sigh of relief and placed the wine glass on the table. At the same time, he retrieved a handkerchief and wiped the sweat in his palms. As a matter of fact, Rhode was nervous even though he seemed nonchalant. Ever since he entered this auction venue and sensed some malicious stares, he was worried that someone would give him a hard time during the auction. Indeed, there were a few occasions when someone rose the bidding price purposely. Rhode had observed that the opposing bidder came from a particular seat below him.

Rhode bid for a handful of accessories previously in order to bait out his enemies. After confirming who his enemies were, he gave up on a few bids on purpose and took down a few at the same time. This was to confuse the enemies of his real intentions and apparently, it worked out pretty well.

However, it wasn't over yet.

Rhode couldn't let off these people with potential threats to him.

The keys to the maze were delivered to Rhode and he kept it in the Spatial Bag safely. Then, he picked up the list of auction items again, focusing his attention on the finale of this auction.