Skill Book Broker: From F-Rank to Tycoon

Chapter 10

The world of high-end auctions is a world unto itself - exciting, exciting, and never forgiving to amateurs. Adam spent days scouring the network of startup forums and underground contacts, searching for a reputable auction house to sell his staff to.

His research led him to a name: Elysium Auctions, a renowned organization for buying rare and expensive items. Located in a bustling part of the city and catering to the elite Buyers - S founders, team leaders, and company elders.

"That's great," Adam muttered under his breath. Their anonymous policy was all he needed, but accessing their services wasn't easy.

The waking world was a stark contrast to Adam's usual existence. The high-rises were lined with glass and steel, their surfaces gleaming with magical rays. The corridors were filled with alarm clocks. Each level, their auras powerful.

Adam sat down, adjusting the hem of his shirt as he entered the Elysium Auction House. Inside, the air was cool and heavy with the smell of polished wood and expensive perfume. A host greeted him with a professional smile.

"Welcome to Auction Elysium. Do you have a job?"

Adam nodded and handed over a fake letter of introduction that he had received by mail. Examined by the eyes of the visitor, His speech was unreadable

rose from his seat and said, "Please follow me."

Adam was led into a private assessment room, the walls decorated with intricate magical symbols to prevent any deception. A tall man in a sharp suit was waiting for him, and his sharp gaze quickly caught Adam's eye.

The man said, "I am Lucas, the Lover." "What do you have for us today?"

Adam reached into his bag and carefully pulled out a stick. The object shines under the room The magic light, its written runs glowing.

Lucas's eyebrows rise and he leans forward to examine it. "It's amazing. It's… Not here, right?"

Adam's heart skipped a beat, but his expression remained neutral. He said: This is an heirloom. "I was hoping to trade it in."

Lucas surveyed the workers for a moment before nodding. "The craftsmanship is excellent, the magic is strong but not overly aggressive. "will attract good attention"

stood up and pointed to the board on the table. "Fill in the details, including the reservation fee. Elysium will take a 10% cut, but we guarantee anonymity for all our customers."

As Adam completed the form, his mind was busy with the calculations. The staff wasn't the most important thing he'd seen, but rather an experiment - a way to gauge the market and learn the ropes. He set a reasonable reserve price, enough to convince him without much scrutiny.

Lucas reviewed the form, nodded. "The item will be listed in our upcoming auction. We'll let you know the results. "

Adam stood and extended his hand. "Thank you."

Lucas nodded, still holding out his hand. A word of advice: don't underestimate our customers. If this is your first time, tread carefully. "

As Adam left the building, he felt a mixture of excitement and anticipation. The coaching staff was there, and the competition had begun. Now it was just a matter of waiting - and Preparing for what was to come