It would take some time to sell the more than 40 items. Every piece was a rare fruit with effective functions presented by the Great Buddhist Temple. Today, many families had sent their delegates. Every round of auction was heated. Therefore, it would take quite a while.
The fruits sold later were more valuable. The auction became more heated and every round would take the time for several incense sticks to burn before a deal could be made.
At noon, a rest was arranged. Monks severed fruits appease people's hunger. Of course, the warriors present all could go for a month without eating or drinking. The lunch rest was just a way to let everyone know that the real treasures were going on sale in the afternoon.
"Those fruits are not tasty."