Alone and Infinite.

Chapter 385 Making a Move! Determined to Win!
Since the birth of the One Piece spin-off world, countless apostles have participated in this auction.

Although there are occasional rare finds, it's generally just a place to redeem small gifts using shopping points.

Therefore, the apostles did not have high expectations, and there had never been a situation where they started with such powerful purple equipment.

"This auction is very unusual!"

As Li Xia continued speaking, countless inspirations seemed to be forming in her mind, only to be constantly shattered.

The remaining points of light connected to form lines, which then wove into a net, becoming increasingly tight and dense.

"But why is it abnormal?"

Awoo's expression turned serious, and Black Charcoal perked up its ears; it hadn't thought anything of it before.

Listening to the conversation between the eldest brother and Teacher Ao, I suddenly felt a chill run down my spine.

Li Xia did not answer, but stared down at the breech-loading smoothbore gun that had been auctioned off for 15 billion.

The apostles were completely immersed in fanaticism, and many had begun contacting their companions, urging them to raise peals by any means necessary.

In such a rush, there's no way to acquire a large amount of Pele; the only quick way is to rob!
This auction house is like a tiny butterfly, flapping its wings only to create a huge storm in the outside world.

Kizaru, who had not yet left the Sabaody Archipelago, was shocked to find that unrest had inexplicably spread throughout the entire island.

Having just met with Kuma and feeling somewhat down, Kizaru finally became angry.

With a gloomy expression, he transformed into a streak of light and shot into the sky, his hands clasped together at his sides.

"Eight-foot-long jade ornament!"

A dense barrage of light projectiles spread out from in front of him like raindrops, showering the entire Sabaody Archipelago.

"The second item in our collection is a masterpiece from a famous blacksmith, the Great Grade Sword Haruti Yuki!"
Starting bid: 2 million Berries!

Seeing that the second item was still of exceptionally high quality, Li Xia let out a soft sigh of relief:

"Indeed, the quality of this auction was exceptionally high."

The apostles below had fallen into a state of extreme fanaticism. Swords and blades, as the most widely used primary weapons in the temple, had a huge market.

Even the worst swords have prices comparable to those of less common, higher-end weapons.

"Aww, under what circumstances would the Hall of Fame suddenly increase its output, or even upgrade the quality of items that are almost rewards at auctions?"

"Perhaps it's about—balance?"

Xiao Long's eyes flashed, and he looked at Li Xia with some shock.

"Yes, balance!"

Li Xia nodded heavily, his eyes growing brighter and brighter, as if piercing through thick fog.

The derivative worlds created by the Temple of Light are not static, but dynamic.

Just like Li Xia's mission, and even the forces in various worlds, things can change because of the actions of the Apostles.

The Temple of Light unexpectedly increased the rewards, almost generously giving the equipment to the Apostles—the value of the Beli was very low, extremely low.

Being able to buy purple gear with Baileys was already a miracle, but now, purple gear seems to be free.

"So—the Temple of Light discovered that the apostles' chances of dying had suddenly increased dramatically, or rather, the difficulty of the missions was rapidly increasing, and in order to balance things out, they suddenly released various generous rewards at the auction house?"

It hissed and bared its teeth, not out of fear, but out of shock.

What happened in this derivative world that led the Temple of Light to suddenly deem it extremely dangerous to the Apostles, and to balance things out, they went so far as to 'spend a fortune'?

Are they leaking all sorts of top-tier equipment through auction houses?
As for how much the difficulty has increased...
Aowu and Li Xia turned their heads downwards together; the host, dressed in a suit, was still shouting at the top of his lungs:

"The Great Sword Haruti Yuki is priced at 21 billion!"

"21 billion first time!"

"make a deal!"

The host, watching the bustling auction, also became excited. He wiped the sweat from his forehead and waved.
"The next item is the third one!"

The curtain was drawn back, revealing a shimmering Devil Fruit lying on a purple velvet cushion. "According to the Devil Fruit encyclopedia, this fruit has been identified as—the Paramecia-type Mirror-Mirror Fruit!"

Li Xia and Aowu looked at the purple, ultimate Devil Fruit.

I then examined the effects: it replicates the target's "abilities, form, and memory fragments" and manipulates them through "mirror space".

The maximum strength is 80% of the original version.
He sighed with a sense of relief.

Holy crap, is the One Piece world about to explode or what with this level of reward?
However, the apostles below had completely descended into madness.

Only Li Xia and the others inside the private room remained silent.

Perhaps others have thought of this as well, but what can they sit on?

"Let's not think about it for now, let's just take it one step at a time."

Li Xia quickly regained his composure. Everything was still in its early stages, and it was most important to be vigilant and cautious.

Worrying about this or that now is just making things difficult for yourself.

The auction continued, growing increasingly heated and exciting with each new item presented.

The apostles went completely mad. They even started trading right there in front of the auction house, exchanging equipment, consumables, or items from other apostles for Beli, which they had previously never even bothered to look at!

This was absolutely unimaginable before.

"Now, please welcome our last item, which is also the highlight of this auction!"

The host, who was already exhausted, said hoarsely, his excitement gradually fading, and he even became somewhat bewildered.

The prices at this auction have exceeded those of previous ones by many times, even for just some ordinary, common items.
Why is it so popular?
He dared not think about it, nor did he have time to think about it.

After taking a large gulp of water, he spoke again, introducing the water:
"This item comes from the former Pirate King Gol D. Roger!"

It's a manuscript he left behind!
Could this contain the secret to his becoming the Pirate King?

Starting bid: 10 billion Berries!

Li Xia, who was in the private room, suddenly sat up straight, staring intently at the manuscript on the stage.

In the sight of him and the other apostles, the manuscript was titled:
[Manuscript of "Conqueror's Haki Entanglement and Divine Evasion Techniques"]

The entire auction hall seemed to fall silent for a moment, followed by heavy breathing throughout the venue.

Surprisingly, no one made a bid for a while.

Just as the host was at a loss, a voice broke the silence.

"Three billion!"

As if a switch had been flipped, bidding voices rose and fell.

"Three billion!"

"3.8 billion!"

"Four billion!"

"five billion!"

"Fifty-five billion!"

Li Xia, who was in the private room, finally raised her hand and shook the bell that had never rung before.

The sound instantly reverberated throughout the entire auction hall.

Seven billion!

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