Chapter 88: Magical Protection, Boots!-Mass Job Change: My Skills Are All Forbidden Spells with a Ten Thousand Times Boost(By the banks of the Ruoshui River, the wine cups drift along the gentle current.)

"One million five hundred thousand!"

"One million eight hundred thousand!"

"One million nine hundred thousand!"

…

Lin Han watched the feverish bidding below. So far, all the bidders were still on the first floor—no one from the second floor had joined in. He could guess why: for those people, items of this quality probably weren't worth their attention.

Those from truly prominent families were undoubtedly here for the two pieces of legendary equipment. While legendary gear might not be as rare as phoenix feathers or qilin horns, it was still scarce enough that acquiring even one would add considerable strength to a family. Because of that, such items were always fiercely contested.

"Mr. Lin, my recommendation for this item is two million two hundred thousand. If the price goes any higher, it's already a loss," Xiao Tao suddenly said beside him.

Lin Han was a little surprised. "You're just going to tell me the bottom line like that? Isn't that against your rules?"

"You misunderstand, Mr. Lin," Xiao Tao explained. "Manager Liu specifically instructed me to tell you, to prevent you from overspending. Besides, as Manager Liu sees it, you probably wouldn't be interested in equipment of this quality anyway."

"So that's how it is. Manager Liu is truly thoughtful."

If it was Manager Liu's arrangement, everything made sense. After all, their cooperation was meant to be long-term, so it was important to demonstrate trust in front of him. Besides, Manager Liu was betting that Lin Han wouldn't care for such equipment. And even if Lin Han did want it, losing a little profit was inconsequential.

"Two million one hundred thousand!"

At that moment, a man sitting in the corner suddenly called out.

Gao Chong!

Seeing that familiar face, Lin Han mused, "Though Gao Chong comes from a well-off family, spending two million at once would probably make him wince a little."

"Two million three hundred thousand!"

A man from the other side suddenly raised the bid!

Gao Chong shot him a venomous glare, but the other looked back at him with smug satisfaction, as if victory was certain.

"Two million three hundred thousand, once!"

"Two million three hundred thousand, twice!"

"Two million three hundred thousand, three times!"

"Two million three hundred thousand, sold! Congratulations to this gentleman for winning the Golden Steel-Patterned Bracers for two million three hundred thousand!"

The man who secured the bracers gave Gao Chong a mocking look, while Gao Chong slumped into his seat, dejected.

Today, he'd pleaded with his father to get three million in funds, at the cost of having his allowance halved for the next year—all so that when the new school year started, he could show off some impressive gear. Golden-grade equipment would have let him shine among his classmates.

He hadn't expected, though, that right at the start, an unknown kid would steal the spotlight.

"Ladies and gentlemen, esteemed guests, let us present the second item up for auction!"

The platform, which had previously descended, now rose once more, revealing a different item within.

"This item is called Magic Aegis. It is also a golden-grade item. Here is a detailed list for everyone to review."

[Name]: Magic Aegis

[Slot]: Boots

[Grade]: Golden

[Description]: Upon wearing, grants a certain amount of agility, increasing overall agility by 7%. Movement while wearing triggers a lightning element effect, enhancing the power of lightning attributes by 3%.

"Ladies and gentlemen, you can see the effects. This piece of equipment appears to be quite old. According to our appraisers, it is likely part of a set. If the set is completed, there should be additional effects."

"However, as for what those effects are, we cannot say."

"The starting price for this item is two million, with each bid increment at one hundred thousand."

"The auction begins!"

"Two million one hundred thousand!"

"Two million three hundred thousand! No one try to outbid me!"

At this moment, Lin Han pondered inwardly. The Magic Aegis was exactly the set his parents had once given him—now, these two pieces had evolved a thousandfold into the Sorcerer God's Burying Set, which he wore on his body at this very moment.

If this really was a set, then once completed there must be extra effects.

If that were true, then he was determined to win this item.

"Two million eight hundred thousand!" Lin Han called out.

At this, Xiao Tao stepped forward, guiding Lin Han's hand to a button and said, "Mr. Lin, if you wish to bid, press your hand here—your voice can only be heard outside then."

"Our soundproof glass is state-of-the-art; no one outside can hear you. This button is the switch—if you don't wish your voice to be heard, I can relay your bid for you."

Lin Han was surprised, but then nodded, "Help me bid, then."

Xiao Tao took a walkie-talkie from her pocket. "VIP888 bids two million eight hundred thousand."

The auctioneer hesitated for a moment, then announced, "VIP888 has bid two million eight hundred thousand!"

At these words, the room fell silent. Two million eight hundred thousand was already the ceiling for this item; any higher and it would be a losing proposition.

Xiao Tao smiled. "It seems Mr. Lin is determined to win this. The highest reasonable price is just about two million eight hundred thousand."

Just as everyone thought the item already belonged to this VIP, a voice came from the direction opposite Lin Han's private box.

"Three million!"

"VIP666 bids three million!" the auctioneer exclaimed, excitement in her voice—this was already an overbid, and the higher the final price, the greater her bonus from the auction house.

"This item actually sold for three million!"

"It's absolutely not worth it!"

"That's what the great families are like—they don't care about money at all!"

"Any more bids?" Xiao Yun inquired.

The crowd below murmured, "Who could top that? Three million—no fool would bid any higher."

"Exactly, impossible!"

"Hurry up, move on to the next item—don't waste our time."

"Three million, once!"

"Three million, twice!"

Just as Xiao Yun was about to call the third and final time, her earpiece crackled with another message, and the auctioneer's gavel paused midair.

"VIP888 bids three million two hundred thousand!"

"Three million two hundred thousand!"

The astonishing sum echoed among the crowd.

"Who is that VIP? Spending three million two hundred thousand on a golden-grade piece!"

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"Mr. Lin, three million two hundred thousand is a bit much—it isn't worth it," Xiao Tao said anxiously.

Lin Han waved his hand dismissively. "Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. It's only a few million—since I'm here, I can't go home empty-handed. I'll consider it a bit of good luck."