CHAPTER 821: CHAPTER 557: LIU ZHENG: YOU TWO BASTARDS SET ME UP!

"Good, now seal the auction. Newbie, go get their auction items."

The Penguin Captain ordered.

"Got it, boss."

A plump little penguin crawled out from under the table, waddling towards the three collectors participating in the auction.

"So cute!"

Liu Zheng couldn’t help but exclaim, his voice squeaking slightly.

"Huh?"

As soon as he spoke, he realized something was amiss.

Compared to birds, Liu Zheng preferred the fluffy mammals like cats and dogs.

Though penguins were cute, they weren’t on the same level as chubby cats, fat dogs, or little otters that made him swoon with joy.

"This is Newbie from boss No. 4. It possesses conceptual abilities, making everyone who sees it feel it’s the cutest creature in the world. Only those with strong power or high spiritual cultivation can resist."

The projectionist said.

"Impressive. No wonder it can control such a large auction house."

Leader, strategist, engineer, military deterrence, diplomat — managing a small country would be possible, let alone an auction house.

Newbie the Penguin picked up the three items and hopped back to the table.

"Seller, please choose one item from all the auction pieces; you have three minutes. Exceeding the time limit will result in an unsold auction. Give me the timer."

The Penguin Captain shouted, and Rick immediately opened his mouth, and Kawas reached in with his fin to pull out a timer.

"Timing starts now."

The captain shouted, and Kawas immediately pressed the button.

"Mr. Liu, you need to make a decision quickly."

The projectionist reminded.

"I choose the Miniature Aken Gemstone."

Liu Zheng decided without much hesitation.

The Gecko Tail and True Magnifying Glass are good, but they can’t compare to the Chaotic Dice.

Besides, building a good relationship with the Stone Spirit Clan gives him another retreat in the Ten Thousand Great Mountains.

"Alright, the seller has made their choice."

The Penguin Captain received the projectionist’s transmission.

Upon hearing this, the dwarf, the gecko, and the scholar immediately looked nervously towards the stage.

"The seller’s final choice is the Miniature Aken Gemstone!"

The penguin elongated the sound and then suddenly shouted loudly.

"Haha!"

The successful dwarf let out a triumphant laugh.

The gecko and the scholar pouted but said nothing.

By general standards, the Miniature Aken Gemstone’s value indeed surpasses the Gecko Tail and True Magnifying Glass.

"Great, no unsold items, and both the auction item and pieces are relatively rare, giving a good start to this auction. I hope everyone continues to bring out their best items and avoid mediocrity."

The Penguin Captain said with satisfaction.

"Mm..."

This guy’s knowledge of idioms and Niu Ma can only be said to be on par.

After the auction ended, the projectionist sent back the first tear of the Mermaid Princess to the auction, while the auction house sent over the Miniature Aken Gemstone.

"Name: Miniature Aken Gemstone (one-time)"

"Type: Miscellaneous/Tool"

"Quality: Excellent"

"Effect One: Can be used as a material to create Extraordinary Items, crafted by dwarf craftsmen for enhanced effect."

"Effect Two: If used by a race with inorganic-related lineage, it can enhance random attributes and grant random skills."

"Note: Only those who possess the Aken Gemstone can become the King of Dwarves! Even elves? It could be elves!"

"Can it be taken out of the instance: Yes"

"Only two effects?"

Liu Zheng was slightly disappointed.

But it was within his expectations.

The system’s item identification function is both broad and narrow, but compared to the abilities in Hell’s Game, Liu Zheng felt it was deliberately limited.

He doesn’t know if he hasn’t unlocked more functionalities yet, or if he has to wait for future updates of Hell’s Game.

"Did I switch to the desired item so quickly?"

The French Plane Tree’s tone showed some jealousy.

When it usually participates in auctions, it doesn’t have such luck. Sometimes, it can’t get a desired item even at an entire auction.

"Thanks to Mr. Delago’s support."

Liu Zheng flattered.

"Then gift me the Aken Gemstone as a return."

The French Plane Tree immediately asked.

"Why would a tree want the Aken Gemstone? To hang it on a branch to trick birds?"

Many birds like shiny things, such as bowerbirds, magpies, and crows.

"Collecting is a pleasure. If you only want what’s useful to you, that’s called gathering. Certainly, people like you, ignorant and utilitarian humans, won’t understand."

The French Plane Tree said disdainfully.

"You are correct."

Liu Zheng chose not to argue with it.

"Now, onto the second round of auction. Let’s see if this round’s auction item can shine again."

The Penguin Captain brought out the second auction item.

"What’s this? A trash can full of garbage? Damn it, if I find out who’s playing a prank, I’ll have Rick bite their butt hard!"

It cursed as it looked at the projection emerging on the table.

Only to see an iron trash can floating mid-air, filled with random garbage.

Because there’s no trash bag, and the trash can itself is hollow, many unidentified fluids leaked out, making it look quite disgusting.

"Oh? That’s what’s going on."

Being the auction house boss, the Penguin Captain quickly recognized the clue of this item.

"On the surface, it seems like a trash can full of garbage, but it’s actually a triggered witchcraft trap. When overturned, it summons a terrifying resentful spirit to cruelly penalize the person who overturned the trash can."