Time went back one hour ago.

  The Golden City auction house is located on Central Avenue in the south of the city, with high walls and a five-story building complex covering an area of over 10,000 square meters, almost like a city within a city.

  The gates in all eight directions are open day and night, forever ajar. The lights that shine from inside never go out, making the auction house look more like a lords manor.

  When Raven emerged from the shadows, the gatekeepers heart skipped a beat. One moment it was as if nothing had happened, and the next it was as if royalty had arrived. The assassins stealth and high charm created a strong sense of presence that formed a sharp contrast.

  But the two guards immediately straightened up, their bright and intricately patterned half-silver armor glinting in the light, one of them bowing thirty degrees to Raven.

  "Good evening, honorable sir, is there anything I can help you with?"

  "Good evening, I have something very valuable that requires at least your second-in-command appraiser to evaluate. Is Mr. Amos or Mr. Tulilin available?" Raven, dressed in a mages robe, spoke with courtesy.

  As for Ravens specific request to find someone, the gatekeeper was also unsure. From common sense, Raven is just a novice apprentice of the mage, and the things he takes out should not need such a high-level appraiser. However, seeing Ravens characteristic half-elf pointed ears, suddenly thought of one thing...

  Of course, from the perspective of others, the doorman didnt hesitate at all: "Oh, please go to the VIP room and wait for a moment." The doorman raised his hand, and immediately a well-dressed receptionist walked over and escorted Leven in. On the other side, someone naturally ran in to report.

  Before entering the VIP room, Ravens sharp ears picked up the soft conversation of the guards: "My god, it almost took my life."

  "What? That kid has a big background?"

  "Very strong? Thats an understatement... Havent you heard of the latest rumors about Raven, the Heretic? No one knows just how strong he is, but half of the Black Sun cult was wiped out by him. And then he killed that Alex in broad daylight at the Adventurers Guild, and not a single person lifted a finger."

  "Alex? That Vice President Alex?"

  "Right, from now on, there wont be such a person."

  "Wow... how scary."

  "Of course, this kid is also likely to be a master of the occult. Just now, one receptionist was not good, and its possible that the boss will send me to him as a human sacrifice."

  "Whats a human?"

  "Have your hands cut off at the elbows, legs cut off at the knees, equipped with sharp blades and other lethal instruments, transformed into a killing machine that is neither human nor ghost. You say its not scary?"

  "Wow..."

  Raven stopped listening at this point. This is the benefit of having a reputation, it can be notorious or infamous, but it will never make you unknown.

  Wherever you go, as long as people have heard of you, they wont dare not take you seriously.

  The VIP room of the auction house naturally brings luxury to another level.

  The golden fur of the 60-level, Golden-tier Mythic Tiger King serves as a cushion for guests, while the perfect tusks of the Silver-tier Peak Shaving Boar King serve as armrests.

  Even the teacups for serving red tea on the altar are made of Donghai deep-sea glass.

  If the luxury of the Wealth Church is just plain vulgarity, then the luxury of the Golden City auction house appears more upscale and targeted.

  Right! Welcome to the rare treasures of all sides!

  Not long after sitting down, a light knock on the door was followed by the entry of a middle-aged man with a sword-like eyebrow who had obviously just gotten out of bed and hastily washed up. Even in his haste, his attire was impeccable and dignified.

  He walked towards Raven with a professional smile on his face.

  He hadnt even opened his mouth when Raven preemptively took a step forward to meet him.

  "Oh dear, Im really sorry, its actually Master Liszt. I didnt expect to disturb you."

  Liszt was also astonished. Raven, he knew, but did not expect that Raven actually knew him. However, his good professional demeanor allowed him to compliment Raven calmly.

  "As soon as I heard that the Devils Slayer Raven has arrived, naturally it is I, a humble appraiser, who has come to welcome you."

  After exchanging greetings, lets get down to business.

  Leiwen took out 【Pure White Frost Dance】: "Master Liszt, look at this seal."

  Liszt picked up the dagger, examined it carefully for a while before putting it down, closed his eyes, and when he opened them again, he said: "How does Mr. Raven want to sell it?"

  This was a probe, Liszt wanted to know what extent Raven understood the value of pure white frost dance.

  Lei Wen leaned back comfortably, lying on the soft sofa: "The treasure map inside involves the floating island of the ancient Aotian Empire. If you give me enough time to publicize it, I estimate that this thing can sell for at least 100,000 gold coins. Unfortunately, I couldnt wait. My only requirement is that the auction must be held on the third day after tomorrow, neither earlier nor later."

  Liszt frowned and had to say that this requirement was quite contrary to the principles of a merchant.

  "It seems youre quite clear about the value of your goods. Ill be straightforward too, this approach is rather unwise. I suggest..."

  "I insist!" Raven said firmly.

  As the chief appraiser of the Golden City auction house, Lister had seen his fair share of eccentric customers and didnt need to jeopardize a big deal over this, so he kept quiet.

  Lei Wen suddenly smiled: "I also understand your difficulties, so in these three days you can promote it freely, and I hope to sell this short sword directly to your auction house through a buyout."

  The most challenging part of buying is certainly testing the appraisers eyesight.

  Taking a deep breath, Liszt crossed his fingers and placed them under his chin, sinking into thought for five seconds before responding: "Alright. But our auction house is taking a huge risk, after all the spring trading conference just ended, and the wealthiest merchants have all left. The bidding price may not meet expectations, so if we buy it outright, we can only offer up to 30,000 gold coins."

  "It seems that Mr. Lei is not convinced, so Ill add some explanation," said Li Si. "This is an ancient map of the Aotian Empire about the treasure of the Floating Islands. I have no doubt about this point. But are you clear, sir, that the Floating Islands also vary in size? The largest and smallest differ greatly in value. Its like the difference between divine gold coins and common copper coins on the mainland. Without a customer with a strong gambling spirit, its unlikely to get a high price."

  Leiwen nodded in agreement, laughing secretly to himself: "No need to gamble, its definitely the worst No. 1. And its not something that just any Tom, Dick or Harry can get their hands on - the Floating Island."

  Levin pretended to think for a moment: "In that case, Id like to make an exchange. Ive heard you have a 【Deathstrike Wristguard】 on hand."

  Liszts expression was quite colorful, his sword-like eyebrows seemed to have been melted away, becoming soft and gentle, with a bitter taste at the corners of his mouth: "I almost suspect that you are actually an all-knowing and all-powerful Scroll Scholar. Our guilds second-level secrets have all been known by you. Alright, I now firmly believe that you must be from some sort of mysterious technique master family."

  Leiwen didnt say yes or no, but just had an expression that said "guess".

  "So you acknowledge this transaction?"

  Liszt continued to smile wryly: "I can only acknowledge. In fact, after I purchased this treasure, the shareholders have been very dissatisfied with me. After all, you also know that this thing is a divine instrument in the hands of those who need it, and a waste in the hands of those who dont need it." Liszt turned his head, called over the maid, and instructed her for a few sentences.

  Before long, a wrist guard that looked very ordinary and light brown was sent over by the guards.

  Lei Wen picked up the wrist guard, and a stream of pale green data began to flash across his retina:

  Item Name: 【One-Hit Death Wristguard】

  Item Type: Oddity

  Manufacturing Price (Item Grade): 5,000 Gold Coins (9)

  Part: Forearm

  Minimum Equipment Level: 12

  Armor: 8 points

  Affiliation: Mild Change System (DC17)

  Activation: Agility (Awareness)

  Weight: 0.9 kg

  Effect: 10 times a day, after activation you can deal fatal blows and sneak attacks with melee weapons to assembled creatures, elemental creatures, mud monsters, plants and undead within 10 seconds, just like they could be dealt fatal blows and sneak attacks. This ability is ineffective against other protective or immune effects (such as armor with the Guardian property). There is a small chance to stop the targets action during an attack.

  Prerequisites: Crafting Arcane Items, Keen Edge

  "This is a masterpiece crafted by the now-extinct Nefarian Empires master artificer, Rio Ferdinand. Specifically designed for guards to deal with out-of-control magical constructs or golems."

  Levin was very satisfied. Although a 15th-level or higher official could do it, for his own plan, this was something that had to be obtained in the short term. Not to mention the cost of only 5,000 gold coins. Even if List called the price at 100,000, Levin would have bought it if he had the money.

  Suddenly, where can Raven find a 15th-level or higher mechanist? Mechanists are already scarce, and mechanist is a national treasure.

  Moreover, this thing is a unique product of the master, much better than ordinary goods. Raven remembers that ordinary 【Death Strike Wrist Guards】 can be used at most three times.

  According to what that dead thief god said, there must be more than three Shadow Steel Giants at the Shadow Pearl!

  Finally, Raven also sold that 【Black Corroded Dragon Tooth】. For Raven, this daggers attack was too low and the toxicity wasnt strong enough, so it was eliminated.

  Lei Wen also attached a condition that he hoped Liszt could inform the master of the thief within three days.

  Being able to sit in this position, Liszt is absolutely not a fool, he must know that he has been used.

  These days, those who engage in auctions are actually dead merchants. What they fear is not the trouble, but rather that the goods are not good enough.

  One is a dazzling new star in its prime, the other is an old thief in his twilight years, whose value is greater doesnt even need to be compared.

  Liszt readily agreed.

  It was already slightly light when I came out of the auction house.

  Levin glanced at the Red Knights strategy board, a cold smile creeping up to his mouth: "Eryndor...the bait has been cast, you have the skill not to take it."

  PS: There should be another chapter before 12 oclock, but dont rule out the possibility of a delay. Dont wait for it. By the way, please vote for recommendations.