Chapter 504: The Future Direction of Magic Runes

At the auction, there was a full three seconds of silence, creating a somewhat desolate atmosphere, which inevitably caused some embarrassment for the host. He turned his head to look at one attendee, then another, his lips pursed tightly in an effort not to show his discomfort.

But the host had anticipated such a situation.

In fact, at every auction, there would be one or two occurrences like this—the bidders were not fools, nor were they easily coaxed. To sell an item of no use at a high price required, besides persuasive speaking, a bit of luck—and now, luck had run out.

"Sigh—"

Taking a deep breath, the host prepared to announce that the item was unsold when, at that moment, a bidding number was raised.

Richard spoke up, "One thousand gold coins, I'll take it!"

"Hm?" The host was taken aback.

Richard repeated, "One thousand gold coins, I'll take it."

"Uh." The host finally reacted, looking towards Richard with a mixture of gratitude and curiosity,