"That was a bit of a shock. That young master acted as if nothing had happened before. He even ignored his wet pants as if it didn't matter." Mike shook his head. Then he devoured some snacks and ignored anyone other than his group.
"Well, that's why ojou-sama is so bothered by that man. Not only is he shameless, but he seems to have unexpected things. Especially the disturbing and annoying ones." Kisa whispered while covering her mouth.
"I see, no wonder then." Mike nodded slightly.
At that moment, Kannon started the main session of the auction that night. One by one, the items were presented, and the younger generations began their bidding war.
After the four items were auctioned off, Yuna became curious about the fifth one.
"This is an item that is still unknown even to us. However, according to the explanation of the unnamed previous owner, this mysterious box is named Fortune Cube.
A helpful item for the younger generation with many hidden abilities that were unknown even to themselves. In addition to honing the user's hidden talents so that abilities become identifiable, this item is believed to bring good fortune to its owner.
The bid starts at one hundred thousand yen." Kannon explained a white cube on the tray with a hint of curiosity as well.
Yuna's eyes instantly gleamed. She immediately tugged the hem of Mike's sleeve for attention. "Mike, we have to get that mystery cube at all cost."
"Understood." Mike wiped his mouth with a wet tissue. He was also very interested in that white cube even though Yuna didn't tell him.
"Peace Lover, five million yen!" Kannon announced a bid that immediately shot up high from the initial price.
"Here." Kisa gave the tablet to Mike with an amused smile. She asked in wonder who would fight Mike in this bidding game.
"Thanks." Mike immediately entered the bid value.
"Mighty-man, five million one thousand. Wow, finally, Mighty-man is back in the game with the least price-up method." Kannon smiled to see Mike joining the bid.
After that, several other younger generations also participated in the bidding war because they also had the same intention. Some of them wanted to discover their hidden talents and abilities, and some of them just wanted to have that cube for good fortune.
Austin and his circle of friends were no exception. Murai became the representative to place their bid.
"Peace Lover, forty-one million!"
"Murai-sama, forty-two million."
"Peace Lover, forty-three million!"
Kannon announced successively the roster changes that took place so fiercely. No one seemed to want to back down, but after that, there was a slight pause.
"Hey, please give me some face. But, it's fine if you want to accompany me to the highest price for this item." Murai pointed to Mike, then to girls, two tables next to Mike's group.
"Then, with pleasure." Mike shrugged his shoulders with a faint smile and typed in his wish numbers.
"Mighty-man, forty-three million one thousand," Kannon announced once again.
At that moment, one bid shot high once again as if it didn't want to budge on anyone.
"Peace Lover, eighty million! No one wants to give in, and it looks like this distinguished peace-loving princess is the same way." Kannon shook his head with an amused smile. Then, he glanced at Minako.
"You exposed me, Kannon-sama." Minako chuckled while covering her mouth with her folding fan.
"..." Mike was a bit astonished. It was easy to know who the Peace Lover was, but the girl treated it as unknown to anyone.
Nevertheless, he was hesitant to raise the bid to challenge Minako because it looked like that girl would place the bid so high without mercy.
"Up to a hundred million, and we'll back off." Yuna came closer to Mike and spoke in a mosquito-like voice while covering her mouth.
"Hm, alright. As you wish, Yuna." Mike nodded and put the price slightly higher than Minako.
"Ara, why won't you let this little girl have that cube, Mighty-man-sama? Will you build a good relationship with me by acting like a gentleman and giving in a bit?" Minako offered after installing her bit. She really didn't want to give in because she also wanted that Fortune Cube at all cost.
"Please forgive me, Peace Lover-sama. It has nothing to do with a gentleman's attitude if the clause is like that. But, I know what you want and wish for. Why don't you let me win this bet for Yuna's sake?
That way, you'll have an excuse to come to meet me any time for something like... Trouble." Mike made a little bet to make a statement based on the little information he learned a few moments ago.
Yuna and Kisa were immediately surprised to hear Mike dare to say that. Even Yukiko was like that. They didn't know what Mike had in mind, but they were worried about what might await Mike.
After all, a lot of trouble was waiting for him, and it was only going to bring him more problems. And again, Minako was a giant fish to mention!
"Oho~" Minako narrowed her eyes.
Unfortunately, Mike was just trying not to care about Minako's gaze, even though he was a little nervous. He just looked at the highest bidder, and his pseudonym was still there.
"Ufufu, this is my first time... But, well, you are quite a complex man to understand. Don't regret what you said, Mighty-man-sama. I will not place any more bids on the Fortune Cube.
Hope you can win it for your Yuna~" Minako closed her eyes and leaned back in a relaxed manner. But, she had several scenarios running through her mind.
"Alright, is there anyone else who will challenge Mighty-man for the Fortune Cube? Eighty million one thousand yen, one, two, three! The Fortune CUbe was successfully auctioned off to Mighty-man-sama.
Please complete the payment to the maid beside you. Let's move on to the next item. We only have two more before the two mystery treasures in the peak session~" Kannon announced excitedly.
"Murai, why did you give up in the middle? Didn't we agree to win that cube? And again, you let that Mighty-man win it for Yuna-chan." Austin grunted in annoyance.
"On second thought, it's not worth the price. Eighty million for the unknown cube with uncertain effects. If it's only for fortune, I'm not short on it. Look at you. You just put your future and the most precious treasure for the stake in a ridiculous duel." Murai just ignored the annoyed Austin.
However, a glint flashed in his eyes as he looked at Mike and Yuna.