Chapter 173. Commencing the Auction

Although these thoughts consumed him, Michael's gaze was locked onto Griselda. The aura of a grandmaster, formidable and rare, began emanating from him, causing Griselda's face to pale considerably.

To be fair, Griselda hadn't expected this seemingly bookish youth, whose appearance gave an impression of ineptness, to be an unparalleled grandmaster, even potentially surpassing her grandfather. This revelation made her feel like she had disturbed a hornet's nest. She hastily sought Benjamin's figure, hoping for assistance.

However, to her dismay, Benjamin had disappeared. Her complexion grew even more ashen, and internally, she was hurling curses at Benjamin.

"What's transpired here? Why are you all standing around? Why not head to the elevator for the auction?"

A melodious voice, clear as a brook, suddenly pierced through from behind, diverting everyone's attention.

Emerging was a ravishing figure, a young woman seemingly in her mid-twenties. Dressed simply in