"...Congratulations on acquiring the Breath of the Ages Martial Art, at the monumental price of 12 billion Pearls!"
Lord Morval presented a smile that was more ceremonial than sincere as he glanced at Drathan. Then, raising both hands theatrically toward the audience, he proclaimed,
"With this, we officially conclude today's auction. Thank you all for your presence!"
An explosion of noise followed.
Voices overlapped in waves of excitement, awe, and admiration.
"Ha-ha! Congratulations, Lord Drathan!"
"No one else could've earned that art. It was always meant for you."
"A new record, without a doubt! Only someone like you could push the price that far, Lord Drathan—haha!"
Even though the auction was declared over, not a single soul pulled out yet.
The entire plaza remained frozen in a strange, electric suspension.
Some of the elites seated among the clouds stepped forward to personally congratulate Lord Drathan.
