"50 million credits? That's like 120 million Trielars." One of the guests who came from the tiny nation of Evelon fumed. He further complained of how an ordinary book could be that valuable.
Another one voiced in support. "If this is before the pre-apocalypse age, where the people are only normal mortals, then, it won't be of any use except for those who are interested in history. WAMO is really exploiting in the name of charity."
The others were also doubtful as they observed the book. 50 million is by no means a low amount except for squanderers. Moreover, it is only a starting price. So, they ought to be careful.
The only one that looks to be interested in the item was Aegis. The pre-apocalypse age was also the glorious period of mankind with advanced technology. He didn't know that this was a religious text. So, he was looking forward to buying and let Dr. Mac research the language for secrets.
