Trading Cosmic Battleship From The Start
Chapter 236 - 158: The Collector of the New Black Market_2

Chapter 236: Chapter 158: The Collector of the New Black Market_2

In the entire marketplace, there is no so-called bulletin board. Aside from shouting on the streets, all information is transmitted through the friend function on the terminal.

Looking at this situation, in such a short period, it has already spread from person to person to such an extent!

I’m afraid everyone interested in this Sage Saint Relic has already arrived or is on their way!

Of course, while Old Zhou certainly earned a considerable amount through this ploy, the one who profited the most is still Mr. Ze Ren standing right here!

Being able to maximize the value of this Holy Relic in a transaction is only the immediate benefit. The more long-term benefit lies in this crowd of people gathered here!

Peggy has already recognized several influential figures among these people who didn’t bother to hide their identities, each holding unimaginable resources in their hands.

Even just a friend position or a means of contact could bring unimaginable benefits!

If Mr. Ze Ren could use this transaction to gain the friendship of some of these individuals, or even establish some connections...

Peggy admitted to herself that she was incredibly envious!

Mr. Ze Ren had just arrived in the Holy Land and directly gained a status she might never possess.

However, she also understood that appearing here and making even a slight impression on these big shots was already a huge gain for her. For her, what truly mattered was Mr. Ze Ren’s friend spot!

"Mr. Ze Ren," Peggy thought for a moment and then sent a message to Mr. Ze Ren, "If there’s a chance, try to secure some friend slots from these people, the benefits could be enormous."

"I understand." Shen Shi glanced at the message and simply replied.

But he still didn’t take any action.

Seeing this, Peggy couldn’t help but feel a little anxious.

If it were her, she would have gone up to converse by now.

But Peggy didn’t do anything more, she just pursed her lips, standing firmly behind Shen Shi.

With her current relationship with Shen Shi, it was only suitable for her to offer a reminder.

Shen Shi still had no intention of approaching anyone for a conversation. Though he clearly understood Peggy’s point, it was clear to Peggy that as long as these people continued to value "antiques," he would never be the one to actively make connections.

Finally, after more than ten minutes, no more people came in, and the small space within the shop had transformed into a massive amphitheater-like hall, with Shen Shi and Boss Zhou standing in the center, where at least two hundred people sat in front of them.

"It looks like everyone has arrived." Boss Zhou looked around and said with a smile, "It’s been a long time since we’ve had such a gathering, it’s been a while since everyone got together like this."

The scene was very quiet.

Although there was a lot of noise when people first arrived, as the situation became clear, everyone quieted down.

For them, this was an impromptu auction.

Some might have come for the Holy Relic, while others just wanted to see what the final auction price of the Holy Relic would be, or to see who would ultimately acquire it. Some others might be interested in seeing who was capable of presenting the Holy Relic.

With things becoming so lively, many people were not as excited as they initially were.

After all, the Holy Relic is indeed a rare treasure, but under the current circumstances, some people realized it would be difficult for them to acquire such a treasure.

No matter how good something is, if you can’t get it, your interest naturally wanes.

However, there were still some who remained highly attentive.

"Since everyone is here, let’s not waste everyone’s and our esteemed guests’ precious time..." Just as Boss Zhou was about to continue, someone suddenly stood up.

"Wait!"

This was a petite woman, small like a child, but her body had undergone obvious mechanical modifications. The prominent mechanical structures on her back, along with a massive helmet-like structure covering most of her head, made it clear.

And her next sentence caused a tightening in Shen Shi’s heart.

"I represent the Collector in this transaction, so please allow me to ask if the esteemed gentleman has any desires to acquire something from Gus Land?"

Collector! Gus Land!

As expected!

After seeing the Dongfeng Corps’ insignia and confirming their existence, he wondered if there might be Gong Chu, or a Collector in this world too.

But that was only speculation.

Now, it was completely certain!

The Collector combined with Gus Land — it must be the Collector he knows!

This statement also caused a bit of commotion on the scene.

Shen Shi could clearly hear some discussions.

"And she’s representing the Collector."

"I knew it, how could the Collector not respond to such a Sage Saint Relic."

"Having someone represent him means it’s not that important."

"If it wasn’t important he wouldn’t bother with a representative, the Collector always has a deep interest in the Sage Saint’s research."

"If the Collector makes a move, isn’t it a waste of our time? That’s Gus Land’s equipment!"

"Has anyone else found Gus Land?"

"Even if they did, could they attain the Collector’s status in Gus Land?"

"Let’s see how this seller decides."

"..."

The noise gradually subsided, and many eyes once again focused on Shen Shi.

In their eyes, the seller who brought forth the Sage Saint Relic for trade was a complete stranger.

No one had ever seen him before.

He could be a newcomer to the market or an old hand in disguise, as it was clear that he was concealing any leakage of Primordial Energy, hiding any emotion.

At that moment, Shen Shi looked at the woman claiming to represent the Collector and calmly asked, "Is the Collector not planning to come in person?"

"Although the Sage Saint Relic you presented has great collectible value, it’s not vital enough for the Collector to come personally," the woman representing the Collector said flatly.

Though she used honorifics and conveyed no emotions, there was an evident sense of confidence, perhaps even arrogance.

These words brought some relief to many.

"Apparently, even the Jade Pendant type of Holy Relic is only collectible for the Collector."

"After all, the Collector has long materialized Sage Saints."

"It seems I still have a chance."

"If the Collector were truly determined, these people’s hopes would indeed be slim."

"..."

Listening to the discussions, Shen Shi picked up quite a lot of information.

He could even tell that some remarks were intentionally directed at him.

Some were likely worried he was a complete novice and were implying he should weigh the pros and cons and decide quickly.

"That’s truly a pity." Shen Shi looked around and calmly said, "I was originally hoping to add the Collector as a friend."

"..." The room fell silent.

While no one showed it, it was clear that many were internally mocking the seller’s excessive confidence.

Even Peggy, standing behind him, felt a sense of suffocation.

Did Mr. Ze Ren... really know who the "Collector" referred to in this marketplace?

Though there are many collectors, there is only one "Collector"!

He’s one of the highest senators of the Human Civilization Federation! The highest representative of human civilization in Gus Land! Furthermore, a permanent esteemed guest of Gus Land! Over these hundreds of years, trading in Gus Land, he has greatly contributed to the development of human civilization!

For such a person, even just a friend position is an absolute symbol of status!

It’s not a relationship that can be established merely through a treasure.