Douluo Continent: Lin Dong transmigrates into Huo Yuhao

Chapter 71 Starlight Auction

Based on her understanding of Lin Dong, this guy only showed this rare expression when mentioning that enemy.

Lin Dong looked into their eyes, forced a harmless smile, and said in a low voice:

"I think I've figured it out. Our opponents aren't really playing for the game; they're paving the way for others."

Jing Hongchen looked at Lin Dong, her eyes revealing undisguised admiration, and nodded:

"Lin Dong is right. Someone must be behind this. I just wonder if their paving the way for Star Luo Royal Academy will really allow them to defeat Shrek Academy..."

His words trailed off. Looking into Lin Dong's eyes, Jing Hongchen instantly understood his meaning and asked in a low voice:

"Are you suggesting they're paving the way for Shrek? How could that be?"

His eyes flashed with anger as he glanced at the Shrek Seven Devils. Noticing their expressions, he looked at Lin Dong with some confusion and asked:

"That's not right. Their expressions don't suggest they know anything about this. Could it be that they just want Star Luo Royal Academy to get second place?"

Lin shook his head and replied softly, "Those students look surprised, which is fine, but that doesn't mean the teacher is without fault. The old man sitting there drinking looks calm, but it's definitely not that simple."

Jing Hongchen quickly lowered his voice and looked at Lin Dong, saying:

"Don't make things up without evidence, Lin Dong. That old man looks slovenly, but he's the strongest here. It's best not to get into a conflict with him unless absolutely necessary."

Lin Dong smiled dismissively, a strange aura of menace rising from his body.

"You're right, we have no evidence, but didn't the Star Luo Emperor just say that his eagerness to win is understandable? Well then, let's show them what true eagerness to win really means."

Seeing Lin Dongsen's gleaming teeth, Ma Rulong and the others' eyes instantly turned a little bloodshot. They exchanged glances, and after a moment, they nodded emphatically, unable to hide their excitement.

"You're the commander, I'll listen to you!"

Lin Dong's smile faded, and he looked at Jing Hongchen, asking, "Do you have any objections, Dean?"

Jing Hongchen stared blankly for a moment, then looked at him and nodded:

"No problem, no matter how big a fuss you make, I'll take responsibility for it. If I can't handle it, there's always Master Kong. Just go for it."

Lin Dong nodded, glanced at the Shrek Academy members in the rest area, and murmured:

"I wonder to what extent he's worth you going to such lengths? In any case, you'd better not mess with me."

in the audience.

Seeing the miserable state of those Star Luo students, the atmosphere became much heavier. Even though this was the Star Luo Empire, it was their own choice, and they had no reason to criticize the students of Sun and Moon.

Xu Jiawei glanced at the gloomy faces of the Sun and Moon Clan members, his eyelids twitching involuntarily. He gave Xuanzi a meaningful look and muttered to himself:

I hope Elder Xuan won't go too far. Does he really think that he can just casually enter my Star Luo Imperial Palace without leaving any evidence? If all else fails, I'll have no choice but to drag Shrekla into the mess...

After leaving the arena and returning to the hotel, Lin Dong and the others were discussing how to reasonably satisfy their eagerness to win when there was a sudden knock on the conference room door.

Upon seeing Qingya enter in a long purple dress, Jing Hongchen asked with a cold expression:

"Miss Qingya, what brings you to our Sun and Moon Lounge?"

Qingya bowed respectfully and handed him a red envelope, saying:

"Dean Jing, I apologize for disturbing you all. Our Starlight Auction House is planning to hold a top-level auction tonight. Auctions of this caliber usually only happen once or twice a year."

We extend our sincerest invitation to your esteemed college, hoping that you will grace us with your presence at today's auction. I am confident that there will be items of interest to you at the auction.

Jing Hongchen took the invitation, glanced at it twice, and then turned to look at Qingya:

"Okay, I understand. You can go now."

Qingya took out an exquisite flyer and respectfully handed it to Jing Hongchen, saying:

"Qingya is in Auction Hall No. 2 at the Starlight Auction House, waiting for your arrival."

Seeing her close the door and leave, Jing Hongchen turned to Lin Dong and smiled, "Want to go?"

"Of course I'll go! You said you'd buy whatever you like, so why would I stand on ceremony? Besides, wouldn't it make it easier for us to win if we bought something good at the auction?"

Hearing Lin Dong's words, Jing Hongchen said no more and nodded:

"Alright, let's go then. My Mingde Hall has never been short of money. Let's see what good stuff they can come up with."

Evening, Starlight Auction House, Auction Hall No. 2.

The Sun and Moon Clan sat on the soft sofa. After Qingya turned on the soul guidance display screen for everyone, she turned to the two maids beside her and explained with a smile:

"To protect the privacy of our VIP guests, we have prepared exclusive rooms for all participating guests, just like the one you are in right now. Viewing the auction items and bidding will all take place in this room."

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I will be responsible for explaining the auction items in detail. These two waitresses will be there to help you with the pricing. You just need to tell them your price. All food and drinks here are free.

The items you purchased will be delivered to your room immediately. You'll only need to settle the bill at the end. Please feel free to enjoy some snacks while the auction begins.

Meng Hongchen sat on the sofa, fiddling with the bow tie on her uniform, and lazily covered her mouth with her hand, saying:

"Let's hope tonight's auction is interesting and see if there are any items that Mingdetang can't make. We don't want to have money that we can't spend."

At this moment, Xiao Hongchen also spoke up in a rather cooperative manner:

"This genius has no interest in what to eat; I just want to see what this so-called auction has that is worthy of this genius."

Upon hearing this, Qingya smiled somewhat awkwardly. Most of the items at this auction were soul tools produced by Mingdetang, which was undoubtedly a bit too presumptuous.

Soon, as the soul guide screen emitted a soft golden light, a melodious voice came from the screen.

"Welcome to this auction. We have prepared nine lots, which will be presented to you in order of value from lowest to highest."

After he performed an elegant and unique salute to the screen, he gently raised his hand to the right, and a large sword appeared in everyone's sight.

"Is this little girl a member of your Star Luo royal family?"

Seeing Jing Hongchen's slightly puzzled look, Qingya smiled sweetly and explained:

"Dean Jing truly has discerning eyes; this is His Majesty's sister, Princess Xingluo."

Upon hearing this, Lin Dong glanced at the screen with some curiosity. Seeing the high-level broadsword, he quickly looked away, as he found it rather unsuitable for his use.

But Jing Hongchen's eyes narrowed slightly, and a hint of coldness appeared in his voice as he said in a low voice:

"Heh, this black market is really getting more and more rampant. Even the level eight close-combat soul tool, the Tyrant Tiger Soul Refining Blade, has been sold to someone else. It seems I'll have to deal with it properly when I get back."

(End of this chapter)