As Bastian and his companion had never before experienced the grandeur of a city like Mixundor, they were awestruck by the variety of sights and sounds that surrounded them. It took them an entire day to explore the inner city, which was considered the wealthy part of town, with Lord of Lands and their Family Clans members scattered throughout.
The imperial capital was a picturesque and surreal setting, with majestic and grandiose architecture that reflected the wealth and power of the empire. The buildings in the inner city were grand, tall, and imposing, with curved roofs and ornate details in gold and jade. The predominant colors were based on natural materials, such as the gray of the stones, the brown of the wood, the green of the jade, and the golden hue of the gold, symbolizing prosperity, and wealth.
The layout of the spaces was carefully planned to reflect the empire's hierarchy, with vast green areas where the gardens were equally impressive, with koi ponds, spiritual fish, and ornamental bridges. The use of natural and renewable materials, such as bamboo and cork, was impressive, and the wealthier residents incorporated lighting technologies based on magic cores and gemstones.
Mixundor was a majestic and grandiose city with impressive architecture. The city was surrounded by high walls dividing sectors and watchtowers, with imposing gates that led to busy streets and lively markets. In the center of the city, in the innermost part, was the imperial palace, a complex of magnificent buildings and lush gardens where the emperor resided and ruled the kingdom.
Around the palace, divided into eight equal parts, was the area where Bastian had acquired land and built his property. Surrounding it was a wide avenue, with the walls of the estates on one side and large and important markets and businesses with their sumptuous structures on the other.
This central part of Mixundor was the center of power and culture in the kingdom, with several markets, stores, temples, libraries, squares, craftsmen, blacksmithing, and alchemic workshops that attracted scholars and artists from all over the empire. The city was also home to many martial arts family clans, which competed with each other in tournaments and duels inside the “Arena” to prove their skill and honor.
However, the imperial capital was also a place of great political intrigue, struggle for power and influence, and danger, with powerful political factions vying for power and spies working in the shadows. The city was governed by a complex network of laws and regulations, and those who challenged the emperor's authority could face severe punishment.
In Mixundor, as a center of power and a place of influence for several family clans, it was also an important place to find rare resources. In some vaults of its sumptuous stores and markets, various resources were part of a general map of influence and wealth.
Bastian walked beside his companion and entourage, feeling content with his new life. He made a ‘reference’ to "Xiao Yan's" life, which “only those who understood would comprehend”. Following the instructions of some locals, Bastian arrived at a place where he could purchase a map of the city with more references, as he was still a "newbie" in this new city.
His objective was to reach the Central Market, where he could acquire some rare resources, or the Auction Hall, where he could inquire about upcoming auctions and rare resources.
Arriving at the market, Bastian and his women and army guard personnel were astounded by the number of people and variety of products in countless stores, from different family clans originating in various regions of the Mixun Empire. The options were so many that fakes between real and legitimate items were also noticed.
Bastian already had in mind that this could happen, and to prevent it, he created an artifact, similar to an "ancient monocle", able to "read" the energies and structures coming from these items, thus being able to verify their authenticity, which he named "Lenses of Truth". His knowledge originating from past lives helped him in the research and development of crafting artifacts previously unknown or unthinkable in this world.
Bastian had heard rumors of some rare and valuable artifacts and items that would be auctioned off at the Central Market. He knew that he had to act fast if he wanted to acquire them, as there were sure to be other bidders vying for the same item.
As he made his way through the bustling crowds, he put on his "Lenses of Truth" and scanned the various stalls and shops, looking for any signs of counterfeit items. He was amazed at the number of fake items that were being sold, but he was confident that his artifact would help him identify the real deal.
Finally, he arrived at the Auction Hall, where he was greeted by a throng of people, all eager to bid on the rare artifacts and resources. Bastian made use of the privileges from the Mithril Card and reserved a private room, and from the private room, he could survey the auction room, taking note of his competition and sizing up his chances of winning the auction.
The items that he had heard were, in fact, all there: Fire Elemental Core, Phoenix Feathers, Dragon's Blood Resin, Wind Serpent Scale, Air Elemental Core, Cloud Essence, Earth Golem Heartstone, Earth Elemental Core, and Ironwood Bark.
Bastian was very anxious because, with these items, he could "refine" some potions to help his faithful companions reach higher levels. As the bidding began, Bastian remained calm and collected, carefully considering each offer, and calculating his next move. He knew that he had to be strategic if he wanted to come out on top.
Finally, after several rounds of bidding on several items, the auctioneer announced that the resources were his. Bastian felt a rush of excitement and relief wash over him as he realized that he had succeeded in acquiring all the rare and valuable items he needed for an astronomic sum of 10 Mithril pieces from his own Mithril Card, which made no difference to his wealth.
As he made his way out of the Auction Hall, he could not help but feel a sense of pride and accomplishment. He knew that his "Lenses of Truth" had helped him in his quest, and he was grateful for his knowledge and expertise in crafting such powerful artifacts.
Bastian had recently acquired some precious resources through an auction. He was unaware that some influential people had lost out on the bid and were planning to cause trouble for him. These people were not happy about losing the opportunity to acquire these resources and were looking for ways to get back at Bastian.
Despite the potential danger, Bastian returned to his estate and carefully examined his new acquisition. He was amazed by the intricate flow of powerful energies that he could sense from the resources. However, he realized that he was missing some items that were necessary to refine all the potions he planned to make from these resources.
Unbeknownst to Bastian, the influential people who had lost out on the auction were already plotting their revenge. They did not know that Bastian was a skilled martial artist, but they understood that it would be impossible to take him on directly. Instead, they decided to use their connections to create some trouble for him.
Bastian worked on refining some potions to test his theories, and he began to notice some strange occurrences around his estate. His security was not sure about some malfunctions and missing items around the house, and he found evidence of someone trying to break in.
He also received threatening messages from unknown sources. Bastian realized that he was in danger and decided to keep on guard, maybe uncover the plot against him, and take action to protect his state and its resources.
In the end, Bastian was able to "refine" some of the potions and make sure that each one of his women would have enough to enhance their bodies. As he was capable of "refining" potions for all his women, he decided to accompany them while making these advances.
He gathered all of his women, including his personal guard army, to make the improvements. As he had potions in his hands for everyone, including himself, they went into a special room he named the "Cultivation Room", locked themselves inside it, and started to cultivate. He also understood the importance of improving his security to protect himself from those who might try to harm him.
But all of these problems also bore fruit, as he went to the Auction Hall again, this time he was welcomed by the Hall Master himself, not only because he had a Mithril Card, but also because he came with letters from both "Halls Masters" from Edo and Elvendor Cities on hand. The Mixundor City Auction Hall Master was named Berthold, and he was a middle-aged man, very polite, of course. He noticed he was in front of the "Genius" craftsman that sold the "Phone" boxes.
Bastian told Berthold about some of the recent events and problems that he had faced. Berthold agreed that it was probably connected to the matter of the last auction and immediately suggested that he should ask around the "Arena" and maybe he could find any clue about the mind behind the incidents.
Berthold was a rich and influential person, wise and fast, and he did not want to lose the opportunity to make a good profit from Bastian’s artifacts. As he had already heard and seen with his own eyes a "Phone" in the hands of important people, he decided to ask Bastian if he had any of those to sell. He was already ready for this and stated that they could have a special auction, as they had in Elvendor, and Berthold was eager for that to come.
As he already had a successful experience before, he had already prepared material explaining the "Phone", and agreed with the Hall Master that the auction event would take place the same as the previous one, with a young and sensual woman giving a complete presentation of every detail about the "Phone", and then auctioning in boxes with 3 units, of which there were only 20 boxes, where he also stipulated that the initial value of the bids would be 600 pieces of Mithril.
The Master of the Auction Hall immediately accepted, without even blinking, and started calling all the Elders of the Hall so that they would personally invite all the Family Clans and influential and rich families of the city and region for a special event with the auctions of the "Phone" artifacts in 2 days.
As time does not stand still, two days passed without any problems, and the big auction event scheduled for the day would start. Bastian was waiting relaxedly, sipping green tea, and sitting comfortably in a red-upholstered chair.
The performance caused an uproar, and the fervent discussions echoed through the hall. Under the thunderous call of the Hall Master, the first batch began to be auctioned, and within seconds, the value had already far exceeded the previous values and reached 2,300 pieces of Mithril, which were sold.
The 19 boxes that were subsequently auctioned also fetched the same amount, under the satisfied gaze of Bastian and, obviously, the Auction Hall Elders and their master.
At the end of the auction, sitting in a comfortable office, Bastian received back his Mithril Card, on which 41,400 pieces of Mithril had been credited, after discounting the commission fees from the Hall on the auction sales and the Hall Master exclaimed:
- No artifact had reached such uproar as the "Phone". Bastian was happy and commented that he was without any resources to manufacture more "Phones", so the Hall Master asked:
- What does the Young Master need? Bastian handed him a list of resources, and one of the Elders dashed off to find the items on the list. Bastian chuckled and said that if there were enough resources, he would produce more for sale. It did not take long, and an Elder came into the office all out of breath, with his face all purple, almost having a heart attack, with his hand on his chest, and said:
- That is all we have from this list! Already with a space ring in hand, Bastian checked the items and quantities and, analyzing, thought: "- Holy shit! - With that amount of material, I can make 150 'phones' at least! - Fuck!" Logically, Bastian looked at the Elder and asked:
- Elder, I believe you already know the price of these items. The Elder nodded his head up and down in agreement and said:
- Young Master, do not worry, this Auction Hall has already profited a lot today. This is a thank you from this humble house. For sure, the Young Master will bring the next items for us to auction too.
Bastian shook his head up and down in agreement and said:
- This Young Master is not ungrateful! I prepared these as gifts for all of you! Bastian took a large box from his spatial ring and placed it on the tea table, as the box was open, 10 “Phone” artifacts, one for each one of the Elders took one and there were 2 for the Hall Master. Bastian knocked his head up and down and said:
- Give one for the gorgeous presentation Lady as a gift from me! Please! The Hall Master showed his gratitude and stated:
- Leave it for me! Everyone was excited about his gift and greeted him thanking him for his reminder Bastian with both arms in the arch, crossing his hands in front of him made a bow and stated:
- This Young Master will leave first, then! Bastian walked home from the Auction Hall, happy and richer.
When he arrived home, his women were all eager to see him, because they trusted him, they knew that he would make a large profit, and with alluring eyes, with a smirk on her face, Julya asked him to take a bath. Bastian already knew what she meant, and with a girl in each of his arms, he went into the bathroom.
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As Bastian and his companion had never before experienced the grandeur of a city like Mixundor, they were awestruck by the variety of sights and sounds that surrounded them. It took them an entire day to explore the inner city, which was considered the wealthy part of town, with Lord of Lands and their Family Clans members scattered throughout.
The imperial capital was a picturesque and surreal setting, with majestic and grandiose architecture that reflected the wealth and power of the empire. The buildings in the inner city were grand, tall, and imposing, with curved roofs and ornate details in gold and jade. The predominant colors were based on natural materials, such as the gray of the stones, the brown of the wood, the green of the jade, and the golden hue of the gold, symbolizing prosperity, and wealth.
The layout of the spaces was carefully planned to reflect the empire's hierarchy, with vast green areas where the gardens were equally impressive, with koi ponds, spiritual fish, and ornamental bridges. The use of natural and renewable materials, such as bamboo and cork, was impressive, and the wealthier residents incorporated lighting technologies based on magic cores and gemstones.
Mixundor was a majestic and grandiose city with impressive architecture. The city was surrounded by high walls dividing sectors and watchtowers, with imposing gates that led to busy streets and lively markets. In the center of the city, in the innermost part, was the imperial palace, a complex of magnificent buildings and lush gardens where the emperor resided and ruled the kingdom.
Around the palace, divided into eight equal parts, was the area where Bastian had acquired land and built his property. Surrounding it was a wide avenue, with the walls of the estates on one side and large and important markets and businesses with their sumptuous structures on the other.
This central part of Mixundor was the center of power and culture in the kingdom, with several markets, stores, temples, libraries, squares, craftsmen, blacksmithing, and alchemic workshops that attracted scholars and artists from all over the empire. The city was also home to many martial arts family clans, which competed with each other in tournaments and duels inside the “Arena” to prove their skill and honor.
However, the imperial capital was also a place of great political intrigue, struggle for power and influence, and danger, with powerful political factions vying for power and spies working in the shadows. The city was governed by a complex network of laws and regulations, and those who challenged the emperor's authority could face severe punishment.
In Mixundor, as a center of power and a place of influence for several family clans, it was also an important place to find rare resources. In some vaults of its sumptuous stores and markets, various resources were part of a general map of influence and wealth.
Bastian walked beside his companion and entourage, feeling content with his new life. He made a ‘reference’ to "Xiao Yan's" life, which “only those who understood would comprehend”. Following the instructions of some locals, Bastian arrived at a place where he could purchase a map of the city with more references, as he was still a "newbie" in this new city.
His objective was to reach the Central Market, where he could acquire some rare resources, or the Auction Hall, where he could inquire about upcoming auctions and rare resources.
Arriving at the market, Bastian and his women and army guard personnel were astounded by the number of people and variety of products in countless stores, from different family clans originating in various regions of the Mixun Empire. The options were so many that fakes between real and legitimate items were also noticed.
Bastian already had in mind that this could happen, and to prevent it, he created an artifact, similar to an "ancient monocle", able to "read" the energies and structures coming from these items, thus being able to verify their authenticity, which he named "Lenses of Truth". His knowledge originating from past lives helped him in the research and development of crafting artifacts previously unknown or unthinkable in this world.
Bastian had heard rumors of some rare and valuable artifacts and items that would be auctioned off at the Central Market. He knew that he had to act fast if he wanted to acquire them, as there were sure to be other bidders vying for the same item.
As he made his way through the bustling crowds, he put on his "Lenses of Truth" and scanned the various stalls and shops, looking for any signs of counterfeit items. He was amazed at the number of fake items that were being sold, but he was confident that his artifact would help him identify the real deal.
Finally, he arrived at the Auction Hall, where he was greeted by a throng of people, all eager to bid on the rare artifacts and resources. Bastian made use of the privileges from the Mithril Card and reserved a private room, and from the private room, he could survey the auction room, taking note of his competition and sizing up his chances of winning the auction.
The items that he had heard were, in fact, all there: Fire Elemental Core, Phoenix Feathers, Dragon's Blood Resin, Wind Serpent Scale, Air Elemental Core, Cloud Essence, Earth Golem Heartstone, Earth Elemental Core, and Ironwood Bark.
Bastian was very anxious because, with these items, he could "refine" some potions to help his faithful companions reach higher levels. As the bidding began, Bastian remained calm and collected, carefully considering each offer, and calculating his next move. He knew that he had to be strategic if he wanted to come out on top.
Finally, after several rounds of bidding on several items, the auctioneer announced that the resources were his. Bastian felt a rush of excitement and relief wash over him as he realized that he had succeeded in acquiring all the rare and valuable items he needed for an astronomic sum of 10 Mithril pieces from his own Mithril Card, which made no difference to his wealth.
As he made his way out of the Auction Hall, he could not help but feel a sense of pride and accomplishment. He knew that his "Lenses of Truth" had helped him in his quest, and he was grateful for his knowledge and expertise in crafting such powerful artifacts.
Bastian had recently acquired some precious resources through an auction. He was unaware that some influential people had lost out on the bid and were planning to cause trouble for him. These people were not happy about losing the opportunity to acquire these resources and were looking for ways to get back at Bastian.
Despite the potential danger, Bastian returned to his estate and carefully examined his new acquisition. He was amazed by the intricate flow of powerful energies that he could sense from the resources. However, he realized that he was missing some items that were necessary to refine all the potions he planned to make from these resources.
Unbeknownst to Bastian, the influential people who had lost out on the auction were already plotting their revenge. They did not know that Bastian was a skilled martial artist, but they understood that it would be impossible to take him on directly. Instead, they decided to use their connections to create some trouble for him.
Bastian worked on refining some potions to test his theories, and he began to notice some strange occurrences around his estate. His security was not sure about some malfunctions and missing items around the house, and he found evidence of someone trying to break in.
He also received threatening messages from unknown sources. Bastian realized that he was in danger and decided to keep on guard, maybe uncover the plot against him, and take action to protect his state and its resources.
In the end, Bastian was able to "refine" some of the potions and make sure that each one of his women would have enough to enhance their bodies. As he was capable of "refining" potions for all his women, he decided to accompany them while making these advances.
He gathered all of his women, including his personal guard army, to make the improvements. As he had potions in his hands for everyone, including himself, they went into a special room he named the "Cultivation Room", locked themselves inside it, and started to cultivate. He also understood the importance of improving his security to protect himself from those who might try to harm him.
But all of these problems also bore fruit, as he went to the Auction Hall again, this time he was welcomed by the Hall Master himself, not only because he had a Mithril Card, but also because he came with letters from both "Halls Masters" from Edo and Elvendor Cities on hand. The Mixundor City Auction Hall Master was named Berthold, and he was a middle-aged man, very polite, of course. He noticed he was in front of the "Genius" craftsman that sold the "Phone" boxes.
Bastian told Berthold about some of the recent events and problems that he had faced. Berthold agreed that it was probably connected to the matter of the last auction and immediately suggested that he should ask around the "Arena" and maybe he could find any clue about the mind behind the incidents.
Berthold was a rich and influential person, wise and fast, and he did not want to lose the opportunity to make a good profit from Bastian’s artifacts. As he had already heard and seen with his own eyes a "Phone" in the hands of important people, he decided to ask Bastian if he had any of those to sell. He was already ready for this and stated that they could have a special auction, as they had in Elvendor, and Berthold was eager for that to come.
As he already had a successful experience before, he had already prepared material explaining the "Phone", and agreed with the Hall Master that the auction event would take place the same as the previous one, with a young and sensual woman giving a complete presentation of every detail about the "Phone", and then auctioning in boxes with 3 units, of which there were only 20 boxes, where he also stipulated that the initial value of the bids would be 600 pieces of Mithril.
The Master of the Auction Hall immediately accepted, without even blinking, and started calling all the Elders of the Hall so that they would personally invite all the Family Clans and influential and rich families of the city and region for a special event with the auctions of the "Phone" artifacts in 2 days.
As time does not stand still, two days passed without any problems, and the big auction event scheduled for the day would start. Bastian was waiting relaxedly, sipping green tea, and sitting comfortably in a red-upholstered chair.
The performance caused an uproar, and the fervent discussions echoed through the hall. Under the thunderous call of the Hall Master, the first batch began to be auctioned, and within seconds, the value had already far exceeded the previous values and reached 2,300 pieces of Mithril, which were sold.
The 19 boxes that were subsequently auctioned also fetched the same amount, under the satisfied gaze of Bastian and, obviously, the Auction Hall Elders and their master.
At the end of the auction, sitting in a comfortable office, Bastian received back his Mithril Card, on which 41,400 pieces of Mithril had been credited, after discounting the commission fees from the Hall on the auction sales and the Hall Master exclaimed:
- No artifact had reached such uproar as the "Phone". Bastian was happy and commented that he was without any resources to manufacture more "Phones", so the Hall Master asked:
- What does the Young Master need? Bastian handed him a list of resources, and one of the Elders dashed off to find the items on the list. Bastian chuckled and said that if there were enough resources, he would produce more for sale. It did not take long, and an Elder came into the office all out of breath, with his face all purple, almost having a heart attack, with his hand on his chest, and said:
- That is all we have from this list! Already with a space ring in hand, Bastian checked the items and quantities and, analyzing, thought: "- Holy shit! - With that amount of material, I can make 150 'phones' at least! - Fuck!" Logically, Bastian looked at the Elder and asked:
- Elder, I believe you already know the price of these items. The Elder nodded his head up and down in agreement and said:
- Young Master, do not worry, this Auction Hall has already profited a lot today. This is a thank you from this humble house. For sure, the Young Master will bring the next items for us to auction too.
Bastian shook his head up and down in agreement and said:
- This Young Master is not ungrateful! I prepared these as gifts for all of you! Bastian took a large box from his spatial ring and placed it on the tea table, as the box was open, 10 “Phone” artifacts, one for each one of the Elders took one and there were 2 for the Hall Master. Bastian knocked his head up and down and said:
- Give one for the gorgeous presentation Lady as a gift from me! Please! The Hall Master showed his gratitude and stated:
- Leave it for me! Everyone was excited about his gift and greeted him thanking him for his reminder Bastian with both arms in the arch, crossing his hands in front of him made a bow and stated:
- This Young Master will leave first, then! Bastian walked home from the Auction Hall, happy and richer.
When he arrived home, his women were all eager to see him, because they trusted him, they knew that he would make a large profit, and with alluring eyes, with a smirk on her face, Julya asked him to take a bath. Bastian already knew what she meant, and with a girl in each of his arms, he went into the bathroom.
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