Chapter 1726
The goods before were just appetizers.
Only those small families would bid for them.
The major forces would not be bothered by those treasures.
What they needed was the treasure Alba mentioned.
Now that they were at a critical moment, they could not wait anymore.
“Don’t worry, since I told you it’s very valuable, I won’t let you down. Treasure Trove put in a lot of money for these items. Next, please welcome our staff to bring the first treasure on stage.’
After Alba said that, someone wheeled the first item over.
It was still covered by a red cloth.
Everyone under the stage was staring fixedly at it.
Alba walked in front of the treasure and pulled a corner of the red cloth.
The entire scene was silent.
One could even hear the crowd’s heavy breathing.
David’s eyes were shining as he stared straight at the stage as well.
This treasure would determine whether he could spend the remaining 900 billion Star Dollar to achieve his goal.
Even if this treasure was not good enough, the next one had to do it.
Alba pulled on the corner of the cloth but she did not reveal the item for a long time, keeping everyone on tenterhooks.
When it was about time, Alba quickly pulled away the red cloth on the treasure.
An iron hammer shining with a blue light appeared in front of everyone. Inside the blue light were flashes of lightning.
‘Is that… a hammer?’
Alba started introducing it.
“Don’t blink. This is… um… a hammer.
“But it’s not an ordinary hammer. It’s a mid-level Soulbound Weapon. At the same time, it’s at the highest level among mid-level Soulbound Weapons. It’s only one step away from being a high-level Soulbound Weapon.
“Its name is Hammer of Thunder!
“The Hammer of Thunder is the maximum mid-level Soulbound Weapon. It is very powerful, and it’s made from the Thunder Heart Stone that was refined by the Heavenly Thunder. It has a very strong thunder and lightning attributes. Whenever you’re fighting an enemy, thunder and lightning will come out at the same time with just a smash of the hammer. Your enemy will not be able to resist, and its attacking range is flexible.
“If you use it at large range, it will simply display more of the hammer’s power.
“According to historical records, a powerhouse used the Hammer of Thunder to break apart a continent with just one smash, causing countless casualties. You can see how powerful it is, and it’s definitely rare.
“Imagine this, if you cast the Eternal Golden Body and you have the Hammer of Thunder that will emit lightning, what would the effect be like?
“You might even smash planets with just one blow.
“You will be the embodiment of the God of Thunder if you have this.”
Alba rattled on.
In the end, she did not forget to add, “Only true men use the Hammer of Thunder.”
All the men at the auction were staring straight at the hammer.
This hammer was gorgeous.
It glowed with a blue light along with the occasional lightning.
When they heard what Alba said, they started to imagine themselves casting the Eternal Golden Body and fighting their enemies with the Hammer of Thunder.
As thunder and lightning roared, they were like the embodiment of the God of Thunder. It would look so domineering.
They could feel their adrenaline pumping as they imagined that scene.
No man could resist showing up on the battlefield and using this combat skill in such a domineering way.
Chapter 1727
Archimedes felt very excited as he looked at the Hammer of Thunder on stage.
This was the weapon he wanted.
There were a lot of Soulbound Weapons in Splendor, including mid-level and high-level Soulbound Weapons.
However, none of those made Archimedes feel as excited as the Hammer of Thunder.
He had to get it no matter the price.
Splendor lacked everything except money.
Since the Fellowes family took out this kind of Soulbound Weapon, it seemed that they were burning their boats.
However, would it work?
At the end of the day, Treasure Trove would still belong to the Palmore family.
If the Fellowes family could not find a new Sacred Saint as their backer, they could not escape the Palmore family’s control.
Every major force knew this, so the Fellowes family had to know this as well.
Moreover, there were only 6 Sacred Saints on the surface of the entire Star Kingdom.
No one would offend the Sacred Saint from the Palmore family for the sake of the Fellowes family.
As for the hidden ones, there might be a few around, but could the Fellowes family find them? Even if they did, why would the Sacred Saint help them?
The Fellowes family was facing a dead end. It was just a matter of time before they died out.
This was unless there was a miracle and the True Saint of the Fellowes family that was not injured broke through to Sacred Saint.
This was their family’s only hope.
“Miss Fellowes, is the hammer as magical as you said? Are you lying to us?” Someone questioned.
“Yeah, Miss Fellowes. Since you are basing its effect off historical records, who would know its true effect since no one used it before? Is it really as strong as you said?”
“We have the same question too. Why don’t you use it and show us the effect? If not, it’s hard for us to believe you.”
Since someone brought this up, there would be a second, third… or even more.
Alba had expected questions, but at the same time, she did not expect this.
It was normal for someone to ask questions in a small auction.
However, people usually would not question anything on an auction hosted by Treasure Trove.
After all, their power was evident. They had a lot of assets and properties, so how could they risk their company’s reputation for some small benefit?
If Treasure Trove encountered such questions, it meant their reputation was starting to plummet.
Alba replied, feeling a little angry, “Everyone, Treasure Trove is one of the top five trading companies in the Central Sacred Continent. This is due to the hard work and accumulation of the ancestors of the Fellowes family and the generations after them. Do you think we would deliberately ruin the reputation of the company? Is our reputation only worth as much as a mid -level Soulbound Weapon? You underestimate us too much.”
“Miss Fellowes, please don’t misunderstand. We’re not doubting you, but we just want to see how powerful the hammer is. There are so many of us and only one of us can get it, so the person who got it will surely treat it as a treasure and not be willing to display it. Since it’s still with you, can you show us its power to fulfill our wish?”
This person’s words were not as harsh as what the person said just now.
He immediately gained the acknowledgment of others.
“He’s right. We would never doubt Treasure Trove. We just want to see how powerful it is, that’s all. I hope you will make that happen, Miss Fellowes.”
When Alba heard that, she did not reject the request.
Her initial goal was to satisfy everyone here.
Hence, she could cater to this request.
However, the person who doubted her spoke too harshly, making her a little uncomfortable.
“Since you said that, I will show you how powerful the Hammer of Thunder is. I’ll let you see whether Treasure Trove is lying to you.”
After Alba said that, she held the hammer with her right hand.
Then, she used all of her peak Ruler Rank strength to activate the hammer.
Everyone was focused on her.
Chapter 1728
At that moment…
Boom!
Crash!
Blue light covered the stage.
Countless blue lightning shot out from the Hammer of Thunder.
It was like a heavenly force, making anyone with weak strength feel terror from the bottom of their hearts.
At this moment, Alba was surrounded by blue lightning.
Countless lightning surrounded her, but she was not hurt at all.
It was as if they were welcoming their master.
This scene shocked so many people.
David was also mesmerized.
This was also the first time he saw something like this.
He had to admit that this hammer was indeed amazing.
At this moment, a sentence popped up from the system.
[One of the top three Ancient Weapons, Hammer of Thunder, detected. Even though it was damaged, it was the main component of the God of Thunder Hammer. Host, please do everything you can to get it. The system will undergo its final upgrade after collecting the top three Ancient Weapons: Sky-Splitting Ax, God of Thunder Hammer, and Sun Bow.] ‘What?
‘Isn’t this the Hammer of Thunder?
‘How did it become the God of Thunder Hammer?
‘It’s even one of the top three Ancient Weapons?
‘Is this hammer really that bad*ss?
“The main thing is that this thing is one of the requirements for the system to undergo its final upgrade.’
David was still very confused about his system, but this would not stop him from trusting it. Since the system said it was a God of Thunder Hammer, then that must be the case.
If it said it was one of the top three Ancient Weapons, then that must be true too.
As for why the God of Thunder Hammer, one of the top three Ancient Weapons, only had the power of a maximum mid-level Soulbound Weapon, it must be because of the damage.
No matter what, David had to get that hammer.
Alba held the hammer in her hand as countless blue lightning surrounded her.
Every lightning bolt was powerful.
She was only a peak Ruler Ranker, so she could not make use of all the hammer’s power.
If she were a Sovereign Ranker, then this would be possible.
The effect would surely be better than what was being shown right now.
Alba was having a lot of fun watching everyone stare at her with their jaws on the floor.
As time went on, she could not endure it anymore.
She could only barely activate a mid-level Soulbound Weapon with her peak Ruler Rank strength. Thus, she felt very drained.
Only a beginner-level Soulbound Weapon was suitable for her.
Alba had no idea that she was holding the God of Thunder Hammer, one of the top three Ancient Weapons.
Its power surpassed a first-rate Soulbound Weapon.
This hammer had been in the warehouse of Treasure Trove for a very long time.
No one knew when it was obtained, and gradually, it became one of the Fellowes family’s heirlooms and was passed down until now.
Since the God of Thunder Hammer was the Fellowes’ family’s heirloom, they would not touch it unless they had to.
If they were not in a life-or-death situation now, they definitely would not take it out.
Chapter 1729
Alba deactivated the Hammer of Thunder and the stage returned to its previous calmness.
The countless blue lightning also disappeared.
The hammer lay there quietly.
At this moment, Alba felt weak and sore. She only activated the hammer for a while, but she felt drained.
She was still too weak.
After recomposing herself, she asked, “Are you all satisfied with the hammer’s performance?”
The people at the scene still had not recovered from the shock.
No matter how powerful the hammer was, the performance just now was too eye-catching.
The Hammer of Thunder was definitely an item for posers.
“Miss Fellowes, start the bidding. I can’t wait.” Archimedes’ eyes were heated and he said impatiently.
Alba looked at Archimedes. She felt a little hopeless on the inside.
She knew this guy was about to start again. She did not want the hammer to go to Archimedes, but she had no choice.
She could not take away anyone’s right to bid in the auction unless they had a record of bidding but not paying.
Would Archimedes do that kind of thing judging from his status?
Alba ignored Archimedes and continued, “Everyone, you must know that I am just a peak Ruler Ranker. If you want to make full use of this hammer, you need to be at least at Sovereign Rank. If a Sovereign Ranker uses the hammer, it will surely be more powerful than what you saw just now.”
When Archimedes saw Alba ignoring her, his anger that had not been diminished rose again.
‘That b*tch Alba. She’s just a chess piece abandoned by her family. How dare she act so recklessly in front of me?’
Even though he was mad, he could not do anything to Alba.
It was not because Alba was a direct descendant, instead, it was because she was Anders’ fiance.
The Palmore family was on the same level as the Ginger family, the family backing the Lightfoot family.
They were all among the six top forces in Star Kingdom
Even though Archimedes was the future head of the family, he could not afford to offend someone like Anders.
Their difference was not only in status.
Both sides were also miles apart when it came to talent.
Although Anders was older than Archimedes, he was not a lot older.
However, his strength was much higher.
“Miss Fellowes, start the bidding. You don’t have to introduce it anymore. We saw the hammer’s power. It’s definitely a top-quality Soulbound Weapon!”
“Yeah, start the bidding! I’ve been waiting for so long and I’ve waited for something I like. I have to buy the hammer even if I go bankrupt!”
“Just give up! You want to buy the Hammer of Thunder with those few coins of yours? Stop dreaming! Don’t you see that Master Archimedes is still here? Who will win against him? I think we should stop wasting our effort and let Master Archimedes have it.”
The person saying this was kissing Archimedes’ ass. At the same time, he was blaming Treasure Trove for inviting this first-in-line heir.
To be honest, he misunderstood Treasure Trove.
How would the Fellowes family invite him?
They invited the person in charge of Splendor at West End.
After all, they were in the same area, so this was a courtesy.
However, Archimedes was here coincidentally.
Chapter 1730
Valerio was also facing a headache.
He could not kick Archimedes out, so he could only swallow his grievance.
“Yeah! Master Achirmedes was the eldest young master of Splendor, who in this place is richer than him? Since he’s interested, let’s not bid.”
Alba did not know how to answer those people.
She believed Grandpa Val was watching this in the dark. Since he did not show himself, it meant he was agreeing to this.
Therefore, Alba turned a deaf ear and started the bidding.
“Everyone, we will start the bidding now. A mid-level Soulbound Weapon Hammer of Thunder. The base price is 50 billion Star Dollars. The increment between bids should not be less than 1 billion Star Dollars.”
After Alba said that, a voice said.
“500 billion!”
That person was Archimedes.
As soon as he named the price, he increased the base price by ten fold, not giving other people a chance at all.
At the same time, he was showing his determination to get the hammer.
After Archimedes said that, he stood up and turned around. He said to everyone, “Hello, my name is Archimedes Lightfoot. I like this hammer a lot, so please consider my feelings and let me have it. I promise I only want this and I won’t fight you all for anything else. What do you think?”
Splendor was indeed loaded.
However, Archimedes was not a fool. He would still try his best to not spend as much.
A businessman’s aim was to use the least cost to gain the biggest benefit.
After Archimedes said that, he turned around and sat down before anyone could say anything.
He seemed to be asking everyone’s permission, but it was a blatant threat.
He just did not say it out loud.
Anyone who dared to fight him for the hammer would be his enemy.
On the stage, Alba was fuming as she looked at the insufferably arrogant Archimedes.
If she were to auction the Hammer of Thunder normally, it would surely be worth more than 500 billion.
She looked at the corner.
Valerio shook his head at her, hinting at her to turn a blind eye and continue the auction.
Alba had no choice. She could only breath in twice to calm herself down.
Archimedes’ words worked.
Despite not liking how he behaved, no one dared to stand up and disagree. After all, they knew who he was and none of them could afford to offend him.
Time passed slowly.
Alba hoped that someone would stand up and dampen Archimedes’ spirit.
However, after a long time, no one dared to say anything.
Alba looked around but she could not see David.
‘Does David not like the Hammer of Thunder?
‘Or does he think he doesn’t need to offend the Lightfoot family for the sake of a mid-level Soulbound Weapon?
‘Indeed, someone as powerful as David would not find trouble deliberately.’
“Miss Fellowes, since no one is bidding for it, then announce the winner now. I can’t wait to try its power. I believe I will have a huge increase in my power with the Hammer of Thunder. Hahaha!” Archimedes chortled.
“There’s still time. Why are you so worried?” Alba asked blankly.
“Isn’t it obvious? Ask them! Which one of you dares to bid against me?”
Alba ignored Archimedes.
She looked at others and said, “Hammer of Thunder, a mid-level Soulbound Weapon, going for 500 billion Star Dollars. Is there no one willing to go higher? I’ll count to three. If there’s no one else, it’ll be sold for 500 billion.
“Three!
“Two!”
When Alba was about to say ‘one’, a voice said.
“600 billion!”
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