The underground auction hall was lavishly decorated, filled with low whispers, sharp gazes, and the occasional clinking of glasses. The air was thick with tension—this wasn't just an auction; it was a battlefield where power was bought and sold.
Rei sat beside Cedric Pendragon. Rey was invited by Cedric, his invitation secured through their growing alliance.
Cedric smirked. "Welcome to the real market of trainers, Rei. Here, power isn't just fought for—it's purchased."
Rei scanned the auction floor. The crowd was a mix of wealthy aristocrats, powerful trainers, and shadowy figures, all gathered for one purpose—to claim rare Pokémon and treasures.
The auctioneer stepped forward.
"Ladies and gentlemen, let us begin."
The first few auctions showcased various Pokémon and evolutionary items, each more exotic than the last.
Mutated Ice-Type Emolga
The first major item was a rarely-seen Emolga with an Ice-typing mutation.
"A fascinating case of elemental mutation," the auctioneer announced. "Instead of Electric-Flying, this Emolga wields ice energy, making it a valuable asset to any Ice-type specialist."
After a fierce bidding war, the Frost Family, a prestigious clan of Ice-type trainers, secured it.
Next, a freshly slain Druddigon was unveiled, its scales still shimmering with residual dragon energy.
"A corpse like this holds great value," the auctioneer declared. "For research, crafting, or… other purposes."
A mysterious trainer purchased it—perhaps for rituals, experimentation, or something even darker.
A brilliant Fire Stone was displayed, its surface pulsing with a fiery glow.
"A truly rare evolution stone," the auctioneer boasted. "Perfect for trainers seeking to evolve their Fire-type Pokémon."
It was quickly snapped up by a man surrounded by Eevees.
Cedric leaned closer and whispered, "That's Dante Fiore, a famous fashion designer and Eevee enthusiast. He breeds and evolves Eevee into various forms for both battle and competition."
Rei raised an eyebrow. "A fashion designer at an underground auction?"
Cedric smirked. "Even beauty needs power, my friend."
As the auction continued, Rei's attention was suddenly captivated.
A rare evolution stone was unveiled, radiating both fiery heat and rugged stone energy.
The auctioneer lifted it high, revealing its molten rock appearance fused with solid stone.
"Ladies and gentlemen, a Rock-Fire Evolution Stone—an anomaly of nature. Though it is unknown if it can help pokemon evolve"
Rei's eyes sharpened.
This was perfect for his Rockruff.
The bidding began.
10,000 Pokédollars.
20,000.
30,000.
The price soared, as multiple fire and rock specialists fought for it.
Then—
Rei raised his hand.
"70,000."
The room went silent.
After a brief pause, the auctioneer's hammer fell.
"Sold to the young gentleman in the back!"
Rei smirked. He wants to use this stone as one of the materials for Rockruff.
As the auction neared its end, the final Pokémon was revealed.
A Bulbasaur.
But something was off.
The auctioneer smiled. "Unlike its kind, this Bulbasaur lacks a Poison typing. Instead, it has developed an affinity for Ground energy."
Gasps filled the room.
A Ground-type Bulbasaur was unheard of. What would happen when it evolved? Would it become a Ground-Grass Venusaur? Would it be more powerfull than a normal Venusaur ?
The bidding erupted into a frenzy.
Rei watched in fascination but chose not to bid.
For now, he had everything he needed.