Marquis' Express Butler

I once again examined the item that is scheduled for auction today.

○ Holy Spirit of Diablos

It's said to have been used by the Devil Diablo. It's a masterpiece of Jose Esperance von Raslane, popular among decadescent artists in the pursuit of degenerative sensuality. It's not really known if it has anything to do with demons, but it's a wonderful piece of art that says you can look into the abyss just by looking at it.

Thanks to a friendly description, I understood what it looked like.

On the wine glass-like surface were six women with large breasts and wings, shaped as if they were holding a glass.

I could tell it was a circumcision. The only enchanting devil with big breasts is the Circus.

And in the background is Hell. The lava across the surface of the cup and the river of death were exquisitely shaded.

Just looking at the sketch, it was creepy, but the reality seemed to be amazing.

That's the power of art.

“Holy Grail of Diablos. ”

I suddenly wondered. I heard that there is a cult, but I didn't know how much symbolism there is in the world.

Kalmond should know more about him than Eluna. Even though I've only eaten swordfish, I know a lot of information because I have a long history in the dark.

“Calmond. Let me ask you something. ”

Calmond leans in loyally toward me. People are passing by one by one, so I lower my voice moderately.

“What if someone worships the devil? You know, the ritual or something. Just killing animals or people. ”

“Ah. If that is the case, the paladin of the Cult will track down and kill it. There's a dedicated organization that deals with Satanists. So why do you do it? ”

Slaughter and dedicated groups...... This is going to be huge if we don't do something about it. I feel like I'm opening Pandora's box.

“I think I have something like this. ”

I pointed to the Holy Grail of Diablos in the catalog. Calmond smiles, looking carefully.

“The Holy Grail of Diablos. Well, these art pieces don't really matter. There was a bit of controversy in the past, but what very famous artists have made is being sold at very high prices. Until then, the Church cannot stop them. In particular, the person who made it is known as a master craftsman who specializes in the art of the symbol of death. ”

“What era is Jose Esperance from? ”

“He's a precontinental man, probably 500 years old. ”

I crouched my chin and stared at Diablo's Holy Grail sketch.

I didn't fully understand it, but I don't think the Church's power is stronger than I thought. But the devil worship is also being banned.

“So you're not allowed to worship the devil, but you don't care to make or trade art like this? ”

“If there was a problem, I wouldn't even be at the auction house. ”

“It's a boy fire inside.”

“What do you mean? ”

“If I do it, if I do it, if I do it with someone else, it's an affair. ”

“Hahaha. Interesting. I agree that the criteria are unclear. It's always the Church. with the vague idea of God's providence. If God really existed, wouldn't all the wars and diseases in the world be gone? ”

If the second accomplice is known to be a devil worshiper, the Adeline fame will fall to the ground.

Dishonored will be restored in time, but I think about what will happen in the meantime, so I have a long way to go.

There should be no excuse for the late Adeline Marquis to grow up and take over the Dark Ages. It'll be my strong back. There should not be so many sucking potatoes left.

I turned my gaze again to the Second Confederate.

He is clearly not interested in succession. Nevertheless, he was showing interest in me.

“Why did you care about me? ”

“What's that supposed to mean? ”

“No, it's nothing. I'm just talking to myself.”

I lost interest in Eluna and thought again.

Because I'm just good at it?

Somehow I don't think so. It is likely that I felt something special about myself. He's also a Mana user, so he might know I'm a Mana user.

I feel like my hair is getting hotter.

In the meantime, a man who appears to be a moderator walks out into a single phase. He was a very handsome middle-aged man in a red bow tie on a tuxedo.

“Ladies and gentlemen of the Nobles. Greetings. I am Houl, who is in charge of society in this glorious position. Please take good care of it."

Oh, man.

The applause rang. I clapped without a soul and looked at the moderator. He smiles and points back at the red curtain.

“I've prepared some valuable items for you today. We have some things we didn't give you notice of, so please keep your seat at all times. If you need help, just listen to the yellow sign and an employee will be happy to assist you. ”

The staff came in one by one. There were a lot of them. Some of them were armed.

“Do you have anything you'd like to buy as well? ”

Eluna asks, and I shake my head. I looked at all the catalogues, but there was nothing I really liked. I just think it's much better if I make it and write it.

“Then let the auction begin. The first one is a very good one for the ambiance. Avalanche, a prestigious sword said to have been used by the swords of the kingdom of Esmeralda! ”

Immediately, the red curtain opened, revealing the sword on the ornamental table. A staff member slowly stepped up to the stage pushing the decorative table.

The stage is illuminated. The dark talk is spreading everywhere. I didn't know much about the sword, but it seemed like a proper sword.

“Oh……. ”

Elasticity flowed from everywhere.

The reaction was clearly fragmented. The skinny nobles didn't pay much attention, but the wearers in armor and the downward nobles tend to shoot lasers out of their eyes.

But I had no great greed. Mana Pistols are more efficient than swords.

We're actually in the middle of an upgrade right now. With each passing day, the accuracy and power of the pistol were increasing.

If we can use Mana a little more freely, the day will come when we can fire guided ammunition.

Of course, if you are in crisis, there will be times when you need a sword. You can inject Mana to solve it, and if you think you need a better sword, you can get a proper sword by then.

“The starting price is 1,000 gold. Let's get started!”

I heard the sign first. I was a middle-aged man, but I had never seen him before.

“Sir Caspere, you placed a bid of 1,500 gold. Anyone else?”

“I can't lose. Lord Millian, you have bid 2,000 gold. ”

“Ser Self, 4,000 gold! ”

It was a very good sword, and the bid had just gone above 10,000 gold. Ultimately, the prestigious sword avalanche won 12,000 gold.

From the beginning, the heat in the auction house rose.

“That's funny.”

As a matter of fact, Eluna was, of course, focused on Calmond.

“If you make a lot of money later, let's pack a bag of Doubloons and wipe them out. Hang in there. Good times are coming. ”

“We're just enjoying the view. ”

“Aren't you supposed to be changing weapons? Looks a little worn out. ”

“Hahaha. Craftsmen don't blame tools. ”

Still, Calmond was looking forward to it. If we go to the Kingdom this time, we'll find the right weapon. Or you can ask Smith.

Over time, the main event of the day has finally begun.

Across the red curtain, my goods appeared.

“Oh! That...! ”

“Isn't this a limited edition item from the Mathis Chamber? A pen with a bucket of ink. ”

“You look gorgeous. ”

The left hand starts to rumble.

“The next thing you know, you can't even get it with money! It's a fountain pen. It's an innovative product that doesn't have to carry ink cans. This item is exactly the same as the appearance and function of the noble Marquis Kronos. I'm looking for the owner of this thing, which says you can't get it without giving me a billion dollars. Starting at 5,000 gold! ”

The host's voice introducing the fountain pen sounded the most exciting to me.

But was the introduction wrong?

The intestine is quiet.

Sitting in the back, I was able to see the entire auction house. With the story of Count Kronos, the nobles have been looking into the whereabouts of the Kain Confederate and Prague Confederate.

No one bids, and the moderator looks a little confused. But he was a pro.

“You wouldn't miss this precious item, would you? Now's your chance! Don't hesitate!”

Then the sign that means the tender went up. The protagonist was Duke Kaien. The host's face lit up.

“5,500 gold! Prince Kaien has bid 5,500 gold. Is there anyone else? ”

Everyone's gaze turned to Prague.

Even the nobles gathered here were not brainless. The reason why two Confederates who were not interested in the Auction House masters came here is obvious.

That little fountain pen was given as a symbol of succession. It's amazing to think of it now.

“I can't believe it. Are you sure you don't have anyone? 5,500 gold. ”

However, Prince Prague remained motionless. Eventually, the count went in, and Cainan smiled at the mouth of his brother.

“5,500 Gold…… won by Prince Kaien. Congratulations."

The moderator expressed his deepest regret.

Though he ended up regretting it, Eluna who drove the auction was almost depressed. Calmond, who was expecting a big return, was in shock as well.

5,500 gold is a lot of money, but even if I sold it, I could get more than 10,000 gold, so I had to regret it.

But I smiled extraordinarily.

“Never mind. Every item has its owner. Let's think of him as the Kain Confederate. First of all, you still have one more pen, right? Spinel will make a few more later. ”

“But……. ”

“I'm fine with it. ”

I encouraged Eluna with a tap on her shoulder. Honestly, I was bitter, but this is the only way to boost Eluna's morale.

Be tolerant of mistakes.

It reminded me of every time I was smashed by professors. In the future, my men will make mistakes, and I will forgive them whenever possible. So we're going to create a platform for him to grow.

The auction went on, and the item I was waiting for finally came out.

“The next item is the great artist Jose Esperance von Raslane's masterpiece, the Holy Grail of Diablos. The starting price is 1,000 gold! It's very cheap compared to the artistic value of this object. ”

Another spectacle began. I was waiting for this moment and asked Elona.

“How much money can you mobilize in Mathis right now? ”

“20,000 gold is available instantly. ”

“Good.”

I smiled at him a second time.