As John fell silent, his communication channel started to flash with multiple message notifications.
Blue Sea: Brother Galewind, if you need it, I've got some spare change. I can lend you some.
(Snowla requests to add you as a friend): Brother Galewind, send me your card number.
(Bambooist requests to add you as a friend): Galewind, do you need me to bid on this item for you? Consider it a gift for our long-awaited reunion.
...
John accepted the friend requests, then politely declined their offers.
Emma came up behind John and whispered, "Johnny, I haven't sent out the proceeds from the last auction of that Legendary item. I can transfer it to you first."
John simply smiled and shook his head.
Everyone assumed that his silence was due to a lack of funds.
However, John was actually just contemplating the best way to outsmart Darklord.
He had seen through Darklord's little tricks at a glance.
