"By the way, Mr.

Fong Ho, where are you from? I have not heard of your fabric shop before.

" Eric continued the casual conversation.

"I hail from the outer city, further north of Pearl City," Fonhow answered.

That is quite a distance.

Is your family also in a fabric trade? The talkative Eric was evidently intrigued by Fonggha's background, probing for information.

Fongo casually responded.

As the two conversed quietly, a woman suddenly entered through the grand door.

With golden hair and a stunning visage, she immediately captivated the attention of every man in the hall.

Even the rotunded Eric beside Fong Hao gaped, his gaze fixated on the enchanting figure not far away.

Fonggha<unk>s heart stirred as he recognized the woman.

"Lena, how'd you get in here?" Lorena stroed gracefully, effortlessly taking a glass of fruit wine from a server, as though she belonged among the city's nobility.

She winked at Fong how before settling down near the stage, barely seated, she was soon surrounded by a circle of gentlemen eager to invite her to dance.

She winked at me.

"Did you see that? Isn't a hint?" Eric's face flushed with excitement, his voice trembling slightly.

Chapter 360.

The Lord and Lady of the City, Eric's face flushed with excitement as he spoke to Fongghao.

Did you see that? She winked at me.

Among all these people, she cast a glance in my direction.

Could this be a subtle hint? His previously relaxed abdomen now strained as he inhaled deeply, striving to appear more slender.

Just a glance in this direction shouldn't provoke such excitement.

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" Chapter 361.

Excessive boldness.

the value of the items in the warehouse was approximately 8000 0.

He even harbored suspicions that Fong How was maliciously inflating the price intending to deceive him.

Thus, he boldly declared that further increases would result in his withdrawal from the bidding.

To his surprise, Fongo did indeed raise the bid, expressing gratitude with a new offer of 82600.

This time, he had increased it by the minimal increment of 100 gold coins.

The man-s expression stiffened slightly.

However, having already spoken, he felt it inappropriate to continue bidding against the younger opponent.

He thus laid down his bidding paddle and silently sipped his drink.

Observing this development, the auctioneer, after a brief pause without further bids, decisively hammered down the gavvel, the items in the warehouse were acquired by Fong How for 82 600 gold coins.

With the transaction finalized, Fong Hao exhaled in relief.

The auction held by the city lord's mansion operated on a low price rapid sale format.

After appraising the goods, they were offered at a minimum price for public bidding.

Yet, the prices remained reasonable.

Now that Shiau had reached the fourth tier in green, acquiring this weapon would further enhance his rank.

The auctioneer began to present the next warehouse's items, a collection of various gold and silver ornaments.

Fong Ho, lacking interest, turned to Ell inquired about the next steps.

Where do I go to make the payment? He felt entirely unfamiliar with the process and had no one to explain it to him.

So he turned to the stout man beside him for guidance.

Do not worry.

Someone will come to you shortly.

You can pave in to receive the key.

Elled him.

Ah.

Fonggho nodded in understanding.

Indeed, during the six rounds of bidding, a maid approached him, speaking softly.

Sir, you have purchased the items from warehouse 402.

Would you like to make the payment now? Is it possible to pay later? Certainly.

If you do not have the funds on hand, you may deliver the payment within 2 days, the maid replied with a smile.

The guests invited to the auction were all dignitaries of the city, and the city lord's mansion was well aware of their identities.

Thus, they were not concerned about any defaults.

Given the substantial sums involved, some transactions did indeed necessitate deferred payments.

Oh, I will pay now.

Fong house stated, producing three war tokens valued at 10,000 each, placing them on the maides tray.

According to the exchange rate of war tokens to gold coins, the sum of over 8000 gold coins equated to more than 2700 war tokens.

Thank you, sir.

Please hold on for a moment.

The maid nodded and departed with the money.

3 minutes later, the maid returned handing Fong Ho a key to the warehouse and softly announced, "Sir, this is the key to warehouse 402.

The items can be stored for an additional 10 days.

If not collected within that time, a storage fee of three gold coins per day will be charged.

" Understood, Fungha replied, taking the key.

He did not require the full 10 days.

The items he purchased were collectibles and modest in size.

He planned to store them directly in his storage space for immediate transport.

The maid nodded and turned to leave.

As the auction entered its 10th round, the items for bid transformed into properties within the city encompassing both residential homes and commercial establishments.

Fongo had his eye on a warehouse which he acquired for 1200, intending to utilize it as storage.

Time gradually passed and the auction concluded at midnight.

The elegantly attired aristocrats engaged in conversation while making their way outside, ascending into their respective carriages to depart.

"Mr.

Fong Hao, it is a pleasure to meet you.

I hope we cross paths again," said Eric, bidding farewell.

"Goodbye, Mr.

Eric," Fong Hao replied with a smile.

The rotunded gentleman proved to be quite intriguing, imparting a wealth of information about Lysa's city throughout the evening.

Eric nodded and turned to exit.

Before long, the hall was nearly empty with only a few remaining nobles chatting as they made their way out.

Fongo directly approached Lena and took a seat beside her.

I had thought you prefer tranquility.

A bit of liveless now and then can be quite delightful.

Where have you been wandering? Fonggho inquired further.

Lorena reclined on the plush chair.

I visited the commercial street and the temple, then spent some time your hot pot restaurant.

Business seems to be thriving.

Goodness, you even dare to visit the temple? With such a populous city as Lis, business ventures yield visible results, Fong Hao remarked.

Indeed, Loranna softly replied, "Just as Fong Hao was about to inquire.

" When Lorena planned to leave, a maid approached swiftly.

"Mr.

Fong, the lady request your presence to discuss the attire," she announced.

"Oh, lead the way," Fong House said, rising to follow the maid up the staircase.

Rebecca awaited him in the hall on the second floor.

Upon his entrance, her previously smiling demeanor turned serious.