The setting sun shines through the dense forest, casting countless orange-red spots, and the breeze becomes cooler and cooler, dispelling the heat wave in the Whispering Forest. Christine handed the two wooden signs to each other, Boom looked at them carefully, while Rikka used
My tongue tasted it.
"The Dark Elf Auction will begin soon, but although it is an auction, it is more like a competition that tests your eyesight and financial resources."
Christine patted Rikka and signaled him not to put anything in his mouth. She led the two of them to find a spot. Although this corner was a bit far from the center of the venue, it was better because no one would disturb it.
The so-called "Dark Elf Auction", to be precise, should be an accessory of the "Insect's Nest". It is held once a month in the central area of the "Insect's Nest" after sunset. Anyone can participate, but if you make a casual quotation
, but he has to compensate the seller for his loss with his life.
And during the auction, everyone must not make any noise other than bidding. Because there are many living animals in the auction, if the sound is too loud, it may disturb those little ones. p>
This is completely opposite to the ancient continent, but in Boom's view, apart from not being allowed to make loud noises, it is more reasonable. At least the Dark Elf auction is open to everyone, not just serving the noble class.
"Good evening everyone, welcome to the Whispering Forest. The auction is about to begin. If there are still sellers who plan to sell, please register as soon as possible."
"Of course, the dark elves still need to decide whether the final product can be displayed in front of everyone."
A dark elf man said in a deep voice, and as he spoke, the entire central area of the "Insect Nest" instantly became quiet.
Bang! Bang! Rikka was still chewing her snacks without any change. Boom wanted to stop him, but he retracted his outstretched hand.
Christine took out a bottle of wine and pastries, and then the three of them ate while silently waiting for the auction to officially begin.
"The first item is two steel-thorned millipedes, one female and one male, five years old." The dark elf man said nothing nonsense, and after a brief introduction, he stood aside quietly.
The steel-thorned millipede looks like an enlarged version of a caterpillar on the outside. It has only one function, and that is to quickly increase a man's vitality.
Bidding was everywhere, and the dark elf waiter recorded the price while naming the bidder. In the end, these two steel-thorned millipedes were bought by a human merchant for two hundred gold coins.
"The second item is a four-color butterfly, without any damage, and the hair is very thick." Inside a palm-sized glass vessel, the little thing was combing its tentacles.
The four-color butterfly is a rare creature even in the Whispering Forest. Its body is composed of four lines of magic, making it the best training companion for all magicians.
But the size of this four-color butterfly is too petite. If it is ten years old or above, it is estimated to be sold for a high price of a thousand gold coins. Boom sighed softly, and then stopped paying attention to the beautiful little guy. p>
Lots were bought one after another, and boxes of gold coins were sent to Wang Shu. Boom kept looking at the center of the venue intently, while Rikka had already collapsed into Christine's arms, looking sleepy.
Looks like.
"This is an insect egg, a contract beast egg. Although it has just died, it should still be of some value. If there is a pharmacist here, you might as well buy it back and study it."
The dark elf man's introduction this time was a little too talkative, because the insect eggs were his goods, or the children of his contract beast.
However, the imaginary bidding sound did not appear. Everyone is not a fool. They traveled thousands of miles to the Whispering Forest to get back a dead insect.
Even if it is a contracted egg, it is worthless if it dies. And if you really plan to buy a contracted egg, then it is really better to try your luck in the Principality of Floy.
Everyone was silent, and the dark elf man in charge of the auction became increasingly embarrassed. He lowered his head slightly, unwilling to look at the poor insect eggs anymore.
"Brother, Rikka wants this!" However, Rikka, who had fallen asleep, suddenly opened her eyes after the insect eggs appeared. She stared at the eggs, like a python locking on a mole.
"One hundred gold coins!" Although Boom was a little confused after hearing this, he did not hesitate and quoted an absurdly high price.
The auction became quieter and quieter. Everyone turned to look at a corner, but their sight was blocked by a mist. Christine threw a money bag out, and a moment later someone sent the eggs over. "What do you want this for? Don't say you plan to give it to me, it's too ridiculous!" Boom frowned and said reproachfully.
Because he was holding the insect egg at this time, the smell was extremely disgusting, and looking at its cracks, the creatures inside were already dead.
Boom doesn't mind Rikka buying things, because all the gold coins they have are bought by Rikka. But that kind of lavish behavior is not advisable, because once this habit is formed, it will be difficult to correct it in the future. p>
However, Christine waved her hand to Boom, indicating that he should not disturb Rikka. Although Boom was very puzzled by this, he finally closed his mouth and chose to believe in this great mage who had lived for more than four hundred years. Guji! Guji! Rikka grabbed the eggs from Boom's hand with some urgency, and then turned around hesitantly. The inaudible sound of chewing sounded, and the fishy smell made Boom's stomach twitch. p>
A moment later, Rikka slowly turned around, lowering her head apologetically, not daring to look at Boom, let alone do anything else. As for the insect egg, she had already eaten it clean.
"Is it delicious? If it is delicious, I will buy it again next time I encounter it. Your existence is special. You are an ancient ferocious beast and a contracted beast at the same time."
"This should be some way for you to increase your strength, just like a magician needs magic crystals. Just remember to explain it in advance next time so that Boom and I won't worry."
Christine spoke frankly, which not only relieved Rikka's embarrassment, but also explained everything to Boom. Hearing the words, Boom suddenly understood, and then ignored the fishy smell and reached out to wipe the corners of Rikka's mouth.
"As Christine said, just tell me what you need. I have never promised you before, so why should I be so secretive?"
"But that's a broken contract beast egg. Is it really okay to eat it? Will it cause diarrhea?"
Boom asked worriedly while stroking Rikka's little head. In his opinion, the contracted beast egg was so stinky that a normal person would never put it in his mouth. p>
"It tastes so good! Brother, you don't know, people like to eat contracted beasts the most. Whether they are alive or dead, even those who have signed a contract, they will not refuse them."
"Sister Christine's female contracted beast, if it hadn't been a companion, it would have been eaten long ago! It must be delicious!"
Rikka wiped her mouth and returned to her usual appearance. Boom was stunned for a moment when he heard this, and then looked at Christine apologetically.
"The female insect is my only relative. If it is eaten by Rikka, sister Christine will be sad." Christine pursed her lips and chuckled, but she did not take Rikka's nonsense to heart.