Having a powerful lord as a father figure, what's wrong with just wanting to draw cards?

The later "Demon Seal Record" even records a forbidden lightning technique that has never been seen before!

Possessing even one forbidden technique is equivalent to monopolizing a path to becoming a forbidden technique mage. For factions that already possess forbidden techniques, it's not a big deal, as the price of buying one isn't high. But for large families that don't possess forbidden techniques and are primarily focused on lightning magic, they'll fight tooth and nail for it.

Domi witnessed the entire process of a famous lightning-based family in the empire and a foreign orc family exchanging money.

Everyone else withdrew from the competition, leaving only these two companies still 'tirelessly' raising prices.

The item, which had a starting price of 50 million, was eventually sold to this prestigious domestic company for a staggering 150 million yuan.

The poor orc family sold off most of their wealth, and their small treasury still couldn't compare to the riches of a prestigious imperial family. But buying it wouldn't be easy for the family either; they would have to remain silent for quite some time. However, when they reappear, they might have a forbidden magic mage overseeing the family.

To advance from a Grand Mage to a Forbidden Spell Mage, what's often missing is that forbidden spell that allows one to glimpse the Great Dao.

As for the last item...

The lights suddenly went out, and everyone craned their necks in anticipation.

At that moment, a dazzling golden light burst forth from beneath the elevator platform, piercing the darkness of the auction house.

As the elevator platform gradually rose, the golden light grew stronger and stronger until it enveloped the entire space in gold.

When its complete form came into view, gasps of astonishment rose and fell across the scene, lingering for a long time.

"Distinguished guests, please allow me to proudly introduce this final item to the auction—a tender new branch from the top of the Golden Sacred Tree, from the Forest Elf Kingdom!"

Although it is called a tender branch, its hardness surpasses that of most materials in the world. Only weapons from mythology can withstand it!

Moreover, this branch is straight as a spear! It is also covered with natural patterns, making it look both sacred and luxurious.

Whether forged into weapons, staves, or used as medicine, it is the absolute best material, bar none.

It wouldn't be an exaggeration to say that it's the best stick in the world!

"Because it is still in its nascent stage and has been carefully preserved, it also contains the Golden Laws of the Sacred Tree. If one can comprehend them, one will surely be able to comprehend the more profound path of magic!"

"Besides, it was a national gift presented by the Forest Elf Kingdom at the beginning of the Lionheart Empire. Bringing it to the Forest Elf Empire would allow you to ask the Forest Elf Kingdom to do something within its power, and the current Forest Elf Queen acknowledges this."

"I believe everyone has a general idea of ​​its value. Next, we'll discuss its starting bid..."

"Starting price - 500 million gold dragons, each bid must be at least 10 million, and can be converted using local currency."

"hiss……"

Upon hearing the price, Domi gasped in shock.

Five hundred million! If you put it all in front of you, it would be a mountain!

Even the Brofeld family, known as the richest family in the entire empire, wouldn't be able to afford such a sum, right?

However, reality is always unexpected.

Everyone knows that Box 101, located on the top floor, belongs to Carlos, the current head of the Brofell family. This box, which has never been auctioned since the start of the auction, has finally made a sound.

The voice was loud, steady, and had a captivating confidence.

"Six hundred million."

There's no need to even write on the screen anymore; just speak it out directly. This will leave a deeper impression on the visitors, letting them know that Brofeld is still the same Brofeld as before, from beginning to end, without ever showing any signs of decline!

Chapter 84, Section 83: Princess Rose

"Six hundred and fifty million."

However, even with Carlos personally taking action, some people still wanted to try their luck. Domi looked towards the private room where the voice came from, which, as he understood, was the room where the Forest Elf delegation was located.

"It seems they really want to take the branches back to their hometown..." Domi guessed.

"Weren't these things already given away? Why do we need to spend money to buy them back?" Edward seemed very puzzled.

In his view, isn't buying back his own things a completely stupid and wasteful thing to do?

“You don’t understand,” Argyle explained, turning into a popular science expert. “Because of the constant war between the Forest Elf Kingdom and the Demon Clan, the country’s overall strength has declined rather than increased. It is now weaker than Lionheart when it was first founded.”

"A prosperous and powerful royal family certainly no longer needs to ask the forest elves for help with this branch. We are also at war with the demons now. In order to replenish the national treasury, it is understandable to sell this useless thing for money."

"The forest elves are trying to take the branches back here so that they don't fall into the hands of those with ulterior motives and cause even greater damage to the kingdom."

Because it was about forest elves, Domi listened very attentively to Argyle's explanation, hoping that learning more might help Aurora, who was far away.

At this moment, Rosa obediently raised her hand to ask a question.

"Yes, Rosa, you go ahead."

"Since the forest elves want to buy it back to protect their country, why does Father want it?"

How could Argyle know Carlos's plans? He could only say, "As long as Father doesn't use it to harm the Forest Elf Kingdom, it's no different from them buying it back themselves."

"But the forest elves now seem to have been beaten into submission and won't trust anyone anymore," Domi added a crucial point.

"No matter what promises Father makes, they will never again give away the sacred tree's tender branches."

Osmond nodded to himself, thinking to himself that he should not underestimate Dominic and Argyle, as these two youngsters had a remarkable ability to analyze current events and were very insightful.

Carlos had discussed with the forest elf delegation before the auction began, wanting to buy the sacred tree's sapling privately, but the forest elves refused to agree no matter what.

They came out on the orders of the Queen and the Council of Elders to bring the sapling back to their country, and they would do anything to do so!

This is what led to the current situation.

Carlos adds a hundred million at a time, while the Forest Elves' treasury is also a bit empty. The Imperial Golden Dragon has run out, and they have started using their own currency with a lower exchange rate to fill the gap. They only add fifty million each time, and then they are overwhelmed by Carlos's hundred million after hundred million.

Inside the Forest Elves' private room, several middle-aged men were in complete chaos, constantly contacting the royal city of Yaleta, with one thing on their minds—to send money!

The situation in the capital was also very tense. In front of the national treasury, the staff responsible for calculations were extremely busy, constantly calculating how much spare money was left for the auction.

"Your Majesty, after conversion, we only have two hundred million left for the auction!"

She frowned: "Is that all?"

"Yes, if we continue using it, it will affect the fighting on the front lines!"

Seeing the Queen's hesitant expression, the courtiers panicked, fearing that she might impulsively divert military funds. They knelt down and offered their advice:

"Your Majesty, please reconsider! If the front lines collapse, the debt we would incur if we asked neighboring countries for help would be far greater than the cost of a promise! Besides, selling it to Carlos wouldn't be a big deal; he probably wouldn't use it to fulfill our promise."

"Please abandon these young shoots, Your Majesty! The national treasury is truly empty!"

"No..." The Queen slowly shook her head:

“These days I have been keeping abreast of the current world situation. The Lionheart Empire is resisting the demons while still having the resources to wage war on the surrounding areas, and the frequency is getting higher and higher. Every time they conquer a place, they will transform it into a tool for making money, which shows that they have plenty of resources and will become stronger and stronger.”

"The Northern Republic has long been dissatisfied with their situation and is eager to make a move;

The other elven kingdoms in the surrounding area have long coveted our fertile land; and for the orcs and dwarves, the sacred tree holds immense appeal.

"These people all want to devour our flesh and suck our blood dry!"

"Do you think we're just competing with the head of the Broadfield family? What if he buys it and then sells it to these forces to cover up his true intentions and launch a surprise attack when we're most vulnerable?"

"This is our only chance; we cannot lose this initiative."

The Forest Elf Kingdom is now in a dilemma. On one hand, the demons are constantly encroaching on the border, and the war is costly. On the other hand, there is the hidden danger brought by the tender branches of the sacred tree.

We're caught between a rock and a hard place; we have to find a way to break this deadlock.

"Borrow!" The Queen made up her mind: "Go and borrow money for me, borrow as much as you can!"

When the news reached Dragon's Nest, it became, "We'll stall for another two hundred million; we've already borrowed money..."

The delegation was led by an elf woman who also served as a part-time diplomat. She unusually wore glasses and, despite her shrewdness and competence, showed signs of exhaustion at this desperate situation.

"Seven hundred and fifty million..."

"Nine hundred and fifty million."

Snapped……

Carlos blurted out her death line almost without thinking, and the cup she was holding to relieve her tension shattered on the ground.

"Why...why could that man take such a big leap? Is there a mole among us?!"

Aside from an inside job, she couldn't think of any other possibility. Since there was an inside job, it wouldn't matter if she offered a higher price, because Carlos could easily have his funds thoroughly investigated.

All the funds were clearly registered before entering the auction house; any temporarily borrowed money that was not registered in time is not included.

If the amount of funds is insufficient but the amount is still reported to higher authorities, they will have to compensate half of the final transaction amount.

It's not worth the risk...

On stage, the auctioneer's voice sounded almost 10:

"Nine hundred and fifty million! The first time! Nine hundred and fifty million... The second time! Is there a higher price?"

Her hands fell limply to her sides, and she fantasized that if a rich and handsome man, someone who could rival a nation in wealth, could save them from their predicament, she would surely repay him with her body...

Haha, too bad, since the fantasy has already been set out in advance, it's naturally impossible for it to come true.

She gave up, signifying a complete defeat for the Forest Elf Kingdom.

"Sold for the third time at 950 million! Congratulations to the buyer in Box 101 for winning this final item!"

clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap clap...

The hall erupted in prolonged applause, congratulating the auction on its successful conclusion with such a thrilling financial spectacle.

"I can't wait for the next time."

"That was great! Come again next time, darling!"

"Tickets cost a thousand! What a spendthrift woman..."

The buyers left one after another, and in VIP room 304, Domi and the others were also preparing to leave. They still had some activities that had just begun! They were in high spirits.

"We'll go to the best restaurant in town first! Then there's an opera in the afternoon..."

However, just as they stepped out of the private room, a bright red color appeared on the side of their field of vision, Edward's voice immediately stopped, and Domi glanced over...

She was a young girl wearing a pure white fringed dress that reached her snow-white ankles. Below her ankles, a pair of flat, crisscross-strap white shoes encased her delicate feet.

With her long, slightly wavy, fiery red hair, large eyes with wavy curves, fair skin, and delicate features, she exudes an air of elegance and nobility in every gesture.

When Domi turned to look at her, it seemed like the other person was also looking at him.

Eyes facing each other.