The king's eyebrows rose with keen interest. "More powerful than the Luxury Fruit Smoothie?"
"Comparable in total value, but different focus," Noah confirmed. "Heavy emphasis on combat enhancement and permanent attribute gains. It would be invaluable to any serious warrior or practitioner."
"I see," Aldric said thoughtfully. "And what role would you like the crown to play in this auction?"
"Publicity and venue," Noah replied. "I want this handled with proper ceremony to emphasize the item's value. But here's where the real benefit to Esta comes in, after this initial auction establishes the market price, I'm planning to offer the same item to the kingdom at ninety percent discount for wholesale distribution."
Aldric's eyes widened. "Ninety percent?"
