The auction concluded without anymore incidents. After losing his life, it became clear to Trent that he did not hold any cards. He no longer tried to strike a deal with the elven goddess, instead choosing to sit quietly.
Doenel also seemed resigned to whatever punishment she was willing to give, realizing that trying to flee was an impossibility. He spoke meekly towards Hikari. "What are your plans for me?"
Hikari smiled and stood from her seat. "Don't worry. I won't kill you or anything."
The rat man breathed a sigh of relief, but Hikari continued to his chagrin.
"I won't kill you, but I will force you to work."
"Wh-what kind of work?"
"Well, it's pretty obvious that your organization are the ones who purchased the staff. I will have you join me in shedding some light on the Thieves Guild."
"You would ask me to betray my own?"
Hikari pointed her staff at him. "Would you prefer death?"