"Rich people really are everywhere."
Dole sighed.
Tulu said beside him, "Of course. Some families own Magic Crystal Mine veins. This bit of money might not be pocket change to them, but it doesn't hurt much to spend it either. We're nothing like them—we can only make a living off our abilities, with no other source of income."
Dole nodded. "I was thinking of buying something, but forget it. Forget it."
Tulu nodded.
At that moment, the second and third items were brought out, and their final prices remained sky-high. Dole looked at Tulu, and Tulu looked at Dole.
"Let's get out of here."
They spoke in unison, then left the auction house together. At this point, Dole could not even be bothered to look at the divine materials anymore. Whether people fought over them or not had nothing to do with him.
They headed out through the main entrance. The moment they reached the doorway, a huge crowd surged around them, giving Dole quite a fright.
Tulu seemed entirely used to it, his body not moving in the slightest, while Dole took two small steps back.
Then those people began introducing themselves at breakneck speed, handing over all kinds of calling cards, invitations, gifts, and more.
A group of people also gathered around Dole, following much the same routine.
His scalp prickled as he watched, but seeing that Tulu was accepting practically everything, he did not want to play the villain. So he accepted the items as well, though he did not say a single word.
Seeing Dole's flustered state, Tulu thought to himself, He had only just advanced. He has yet to see much of the ways of the world.
He directly transmitted his voice, "These are all families trying to build a good relationship with you. Just