As if thinking along the same wavelength, the Guests called all their sources, making sure that no stones were left unturned in their acquisition of more wealth. While this was happening, dozens of people were entering through the dimly lit entrances of the Auction room, all carrying with them entire treasure troves full of money. The Poster Girl and Auction Staff smiled upon seeing this as the A-Rank and below Blood Pearls were selling like hotcakes.
Eventually, it came time for the S-Rank Blood Pearls, and that was when things really became interesting, as after a High Noble purchased one and consumed it, the effects arrived immediately. This event sent the others into a frenzy, causing the value of each S-Rank Blood Pearl to go for thousands of Platinum Coins each. After seeing how well they were doing, Romulus discreetly called for a staff member, which was somehow noticed by Aria and Lady Yin, both of whom had been keeping an eye on him.
