The bidder holding up the number plate was number 4, the plate bordered with gold, indicating that the opponent, like Gro, was among those in the private boxes. Even if their status wasn't as distinguished as Gro's, it was close enough, belonging to one of the few powerful Old Nobles in Cuijin City. Even the King would have to think twice before making a move against them.
Although the Old Nobles hadn't participated in last night's scramble for the Examination Exemption Certificate, that didn't mean they weren't interested—far from it. They were indeed interested. However, they were observing the situation and would only strike when the time was right, delivering a fatal blow.
Sly, ruthless, experienced—they were like snakes, which was the typical conduct of Old Nobles.
Thus, a bid of 2500 Gold Coins instantly extinguished Gro's delightful illusions, making Gro blink, along with most of the audience; and during this moment of shock, the whole situation had changed.
