My Celestial Ascension

The auction continued, showcasing one item after another, with interested participants eagerly bidding. The prices climbed steadily as participants from every corner of the continent competed fiercely.

In the next few moments, five magical swords were auctioned, each possessing unique abilities. These weapons stirred great excitement, particularly among the Hunters and Warriors in the crowd. They didn't hesitate to spend exorbitant amounts, battling with their wealth to secure the prized weapons. Each sword was ultimately sold for over 15,000 gold coins.

"Congratulations to participant number 30987 for winning the Blue Ice Sword! This is the final piece in the rare Magical Weapons category for swords!" Teressa announced in a cheerful tone, her melodious voice echoing throughout the auction venue.

Inside one of the VIP rooms, Denise Drake sat with an impatient expression, visibly bored with the proceedings. Despite the beautiful women surrounding him, nothing in the auction had caught his interest so far.

"This is getting unbearably boring. Why are they auctioning such cheap items? We have hundreds of these weapons back at the clan. This is outrageous!" Denise muttered, his tone dripping with irritation and disdain.

"Young Master, please be patient. The items you're seeking will undoubtedly appear soon," Gordon said, his tone calm as he poured premium wine into two glasses. He handed one to Denise.

"For now, enjoy this wine and make the most of the company of these beautiful ladies," Gordon added before downing his own glass in one swift motion. He placed the empty glass on the table and stood up from the sofa.

"I'll step out for a few moments to gather information on those beautiful women we saw earlier. This might take some time, so I'll arrange for the Magic Knights to stand guard at the entrance," Gordon said.

"Please do, Uncle Gordon. I want those stunning ladies here as soon as possible. If you can, bring them with you. After all, you're a Saint Rank Magic Knight—a true Dragon Hunter!" Denise replied, a proud grin spreading across his face as he praised Gordon.

'Those women are so beautiful I can barely contain myself… God! I want them now! I want to feel their soft flesh, explore their bodies, and make love to them!' Denise's thoughts raced as he envisioned himself surrounded by the enchanting women he had seen earlier.

"Leave it to me, Young Master. I'll do my best to bring them to you. Now, please excuse me for a while," Gordon said with a confident smile before swiftly leaving the room, leaving Denise to enjoy the company of the women in private.

—

"The next item we have is the horns of one of the most powerful magical beasts in history—now considered extinct—the Crystal Deer! These horns are one hundred percent authentic!" Teressa announced, her voice brimming with excitement as it resonated throughout the auction venue. Her words immediately captured the attention of everyone present.

A beautiful servant girl stepped forward and gracefully removed the black fabric covering the item. As soon as the fabric was lifted, the dazzling blue and red crystal horns of the Crystal Deer were revealed.

A powerful magical aura erupted from the horns, enveloping the entire stadium. The potent energy was palpable, leaving no doubt in anyone's mind about the authenticity of the item.

"That's the real deal! These are truly the horns of a Crystal Deer!" someone shouted from the massive crowd, their voice echoing through the stadium.

"Indeed! This aura! This pressure! There's no doubt about it—it's genuine!" another exclaimed.

Excited murmurs spread like wildfire. One by one, people voiced their amazement, their tones filled with astonishment. Finally, something truly rare and exotic had appeared!

"Hahaha! Now this is something worth my attention!" Elias laughed heartily from his VIP chamber, his eyes gleaming with excitement as he gazed at the Crystal Deer Horns.

"Elder Brother, we must acquire this item! These horns are invaluable—they can be used to craft several platinum-grade magical weapons! We cannot let this treasure slip through our fingers!" Elisha Silver said, her tone a mix of excitement and urgency as she fixed her gaze on the display.

Elias smirked slyly, nodding in agreement. "Indeed. Our family needs this. I won't let anyone else get their hands on it."

"This won't be easy," Elisha cautioned. "The others will compete fiercely for this item—they won't make it easy for us. The price will skyrocket."

"That's expected in an auction," Elias replied, his grin widening.

—

Meanwhile, in another VIP room, the atmosphere was equally intense.

"Young Lady, we must secure this item. It's a rare and exotic treasure, and we can't let others—especially the Silver Family—claim it," Veni said, her tone grave as she looked at Heidi.

"Don't worry, Veni. I won't let those bastards take what's rightfully mine. This treasure belongs to me and me alone," Heidi replied firmly, her proud grin radiating confidence.

"Young Lady, the Young Master of the Ashborne Clan is also likely to bid for this treasure. It will be a fierce battle," Veni warned.

"Ajax Ashborne might be hot-tempered, but he's no fool. He will definitely bid for this treasure," Heidi remarked, her tone steady. "The Crystal Deer's horns aren't just for crafting powerful magical weapons and wands—they're invaluable in potion-making too."n/ô/vel/b//in dot c//om

Nodding in agreement, Veni added, "Indeed. And he won't give up easily—he's as stubborn as they come."

"We'll see about that," Heidi said, a sly smile creeping across her lips. "We're not giving up easily either. I'll make sure this treasure becomes ours, no matter the cost."

—

"The starting price for this unique and rare treasure is 20,000 gold coins!" Teressa announced, her melodious voice echoing throughout the stadium. The crowd erupted into cheers, eager to witness the fierce bidding.

"30,000 gold coins!" Crown Prince Kian Nightshade declared from VIP room number three, causing the magic lamp atop his room to glow brightly.

'I must have this treasure. It'll make an excellent decorative piece,' Kian thought, a soft smile playing on his lips as excitement sparkled in his eyes.

"40,000 gold coins!"

A melodious voice rang out from VIP room number four, adjacent to Kian's. The voice was familiar, causing Kian to pause.

'That must be Princess Livia Lannister,' he mused with a sly grin. 'I've heard her voice countless times. I didn't expect her to be right next to me.'

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"Princess Livia, you should've gone straight to 50,000 gold coins," Holy Son Arthur said arrogantly, his eyes shamelessly lingering on her figure. "The Ten Great Families will fight fiercely for this treasure. Playing it safe is pointless."

'As expected from the church—arrogant bastards, all of them,' Livia thought with distaste. 'And the way he's looking at me... disgusting.' Outwardly, she maintained a serene smile.

"I'm aware, Holy Son Arthur. But I prefer to play it safe. Don't forget, we're not here for this treasure. Our goal is the Sword of Light—that's our true priority," she said, her voice sweet but laced with subtle sarcasm that Arthur, oblivious, didn't catch.

"Well, I haven't forgotten our mission, Princess Livia," Arthur replied, flashing a proud smile. "But for now, let's enjoy the auction. We wouldn't want to miss out on the fun."

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The bids for the Crystal Deer's horns climbed rapidly.

"70,000 gold coins!"

"120,000 gold coins!"

"150,000 gold coins!" Emperor Philip's commanding voice echoed from his VIP room, the magic lamp above glowing brightly for all to see.

"This treasure is extraordinary," Priscilla remarked, her excitement evident as she gently held Emperor Philip's hand.

"Indeed, which is why I'm bidding for it," Philip replied, his gaze fixed intently on Teressa standing at the center of the stadium.

"175,000 gold coins!" Denise's voice rang out, his wide grin full of confidence.

"200,000 gold coins!" another voice shouted from a separate VIP room, escalating the stakes further.

"230,000 gold coins!" A loud, determined voice echoed through the stadium.

"250,000 gold coins!" Elias shouted from his VIP room, his voice cutting through the murmurs of the crowd and reaching every corner.

"300,000 gold coins!" Heidi's melodious yet icy voice followed, sending ripples of astonishment through the audience. She had casually raised the bid by 50,000 gold coins, stunning the participants.

"Well, well," Elias muttered, swirling the wine in his glass with a sly grin, "look at this cold bitch getting in my way. How amusing. Is it arrogance? Or something else?" He chuckled darkly, his smirk growing as he leaned back against the plush sofa.

"She'll be trouble, no doubt," he sighed, placing the glass on the table. "What shitty luck that she's my opponent this time."

After a deep breath, Elias shouted, "400,000 gold coins!" His grin widened as he added under his breath, "Let's see if you'll bid again. If I can't get this treasure, I won't let you have it easily either."

Inside her room, Heidi clenched her fists, her eyes flashing with frustration. "That bastard from the Silver Clan... 400,000 gold coins! If I ever get the chance, I'll skin him alive!"

"Calm yourself, Young Lady," Veni said softly, her expression calm and composed. "We have more than enough funds to win this. A few thousand gold coins mean nothing in the grand scheme."

Taking a deep breath, Heidi nodded, her lips curling into a strange smile. Then she shouted, "550,000 gold coins!"

The stadium fell into an eerie silence, as though someone had cast a spell, sealing the mouths of tens of thousands of spectators. The audacious bid left everyone stunned, and murmured whispers filled the room.

"550,000 gold coins!" Teressa's voice rang out, breaking the tension. "Does anyone wish to bid higher? If so, please make your bid quickly before I announce this treasure sold!"

The silence persisted, punctuated only by hushed conversations as participants hesitated to compete against such a staggering price.

After a few moments, Teressa declared, "Since no one else has bid, this treasure now belongs to VIP room number two! Congratulations on winning!"

The stadium erupted in applause, though many participants whispered enviously about the mysterious bidder in VIP room two.

Inside her chamber, Heidi's triumphant smile widened as she leaned back, savoring her victory.