READ NOVEL ONLINE Chapter 9
< Chapter 9 >
Today, the auction house in the gallery is peaceful as usual. While some people simply sell items, many have started promoting items they’ve created.
Title : Selling my item cheap ㅇㅇ
ㅇㅇ
ㄴWhat is it
ㄴMy panties
ㄴLMAO this guy ㅋㅋ
ㄴFor real, it’s practically a steal right now
ㄴIs it a girl’s?
ㄴLuckily, it’s a guy’s…
ㄴWhat do you mean ‘luckily’, damn it ㅋㅋㅋ
ㄴWhat’s up with this guy ㅋㅋㅋ
ㄴOh. It’s a guy’s?
ㄴㅇㅇ It’s a guy’s
ㄴI want to deal directly, can I get the address?
ㄴSorry;;
ㄴDirect deal with a murder-gay LOL ㅋㅋㅋ
Title : Just made it, selling my hot new item
ㅇㅇ
ㄴWhat are you selling this time
ㄴMy socks
ㄴLMAO sure they’re “hot” ㅋㅋ
ㄴWanna buy them? They reek
ㄴYou sick or what LOL
Title : Want to buy my freshly made homemade lemonade?
Just made it, so it’s hot
ㄴLMAO for real, you’re creating a tactical nuke in text form
ㄴLOL dizzy
ㄴIs it really lemonade?
ㄴㅇㅇ Only ate lemons for dinner tonight
ㄴAh sh*t LOL
ㄴImagined it and it’s terrible LOL
“Damn it, you guys!!!”
I shouted while looking at the gallery.
Selling all sorts of stuff is one thing, but homemade lemonade?
Who the hell wants to die over lemonade?
【Would you like to block this user?】
【Yes】
【Block duration: 3 hours】
【Reason for block: Homemade block LOL】
Contributed to the gallery’s peace today.
Banning a toxic user even raised my admin points.
The system acknowledges it, deeming the post sufficiently toxic.
Sigh…
As I browsed through the gallery, thankfully not everyone was like that.
People who started laying the groundwork for proper use of the auction house began to slowly appear one by one.
─Gibson Workshop
Title : Anyone want to buy the painting I made
(Cool landscape painting.jpg)
Posted a painting under the name of Gibson Workshop ㅇㅇ
ㄴWow LOL WTF a waste of talent
ㄴHow much?
ㄴGibson Workshop : Thinking of 15 silver…
ㄴ??? 15 silver?
ㄴLOL for this quality, you’re saying 15 silver?
ㄴJust bought it LOL
ㄴAh damn, too late LOL
ㄴYou bought this for 15 silver smh
ㄴGibson Workshop : Then how much do you think
ㄴI’d buy it for 5 gold
ㄴLOL what, are you a patron?
ㄴBig spender over here LOL
ㄴNo other paintings?
ㄴGibson Workshop : Got a few more, should I post them?
ㄴGonna list them for 15 silver?
ㄴGibson Workshop : ㅇㅇ
ㄴDon’t just list for instant buy, put it up for auction
ㄴGibson Workshop : My paintings in an auction…?
ㄴJust post it LOL
ㄴForget worries, just post it!!!!!!
ㄴGibson Workshop : Put it up for auction and the price jumped?
ㄴWTF LOL
ㄴLooks like rich folks or nobles from the gallery are buying?
ㄴHow is this painting 3 gold? 5 gold isn’t small money. To actually spend 17 gold on this?
ㄴLOL LOL
ㄴPrice updating in real-time LOL
ㄴTried to bid but dropped out seeing the competition LOL
ㄴIf you want to buy a Gibson painting next time, it’s gonna be tough;
ㄴThe growth rate is scary for real LOL
─Gibson Workshop
Title : What the hell;;;
Why is my painting priced like that
ㄴIf you don’t know, who would
ㄴI don’t know either!!
ㄴLol, anyway, we’re buying. Hey, Mr. Painter, just bring your paintings
ㄴWe’re art robbers. Bring us the paintings, and we’ll give you money
ㄴYou draw with a good vibe, huh? Next time, bring an oil painting if you don’t want to die
ㄴHey, if you don’t bring the next painting, you’re dead
ㄴLol, those fuckers are crazy XDXDXD
The price of the golden-hand artist’s paintings skyrocketed.
Even those unfamiliar with art could tell their value was undeniable.
With paintings like these, there’s no failing an art college entrance exam.
That’s how well they were painted.
Others bought the paintings thinking the same.
Thus, little by little, name value was established.
“New brands are being created.”
Gibson’s Painting Workshop.
Howard’s Tailor Workshop.
Mel’s Forge.
Etc.
Anyone with a certain level of skill continuously pushes their own brand.
With skill, more people seek them out. And as demand increases, their value soars.
They have no clues as to why their prices have skyrocketed instantly.
Of course, they wouldn’t understand. The trend is moving too fast.
Title : Giving a lesson to the talented guys by purchasing ㅋㅋ
Where the hell were these guys hiding? ㅋㅋ
Hurry up and make your stuff and post it ㅋㅋ
ㄴFor real lol
ㄴBought a sword and the quality’s insane, mithril-grade lol
ㄴFor real?
ㄴIs it not mithril?
ㄴDoes mithril look like crap to you lol
ㄴWas browsing the auction and found this.
ㄴ(Randomly funny 4-panel comic.jpg)
ㄴFfs why don’t I have anything like this
ㄴ4-panel comics are kinda fun, right?
ㄴLol, so many fun items pouring out
ㄴI bought this
ㄴ(Randomly very erotic picture.jpg)
ㄴKyah, who’s this artist?
ㄴDon’t know
ㄴFuck, if you don’t know, then find out!!! Bring information!!!!!!!!
Title : Is Moderator a god?
Most countries have tried and failed to revive the arts.
Moderator << This guy succeeded while drinking cola at home lol
Upvotes 1983 Downvotes 6
ㄴLol lol for real
ㄴIf you’re not a genius, artists are meant to be buried, but thanks to Moderator, artists are appearing lol
ㄴEveryone’s praising Moderator like crazy, did Moderator pay you?
ㄴDon’t know about money, but got cola lol
ㄴThe cola was damn sweet lol lol lol
ㄴYeah, while you waste time on such comments, we bought another cola~~
ㄴEnjoy your cola lol
ㄴSeriously, isn’t Moderator like saving artists who were dying of hunger?
ㄴFor real;
ㄴHeard Gibson was painting landscapes and selling them by the road for 3 silver each lol lol lol
ㄴLol, a painting for 3 silver being sold in the auction for 35 gold?? lol
ㄴIf his skills improve further, it’ll sell for even more, got talent yeah;
A post of gratitude also appeared.
―Gibson Workshop
Title : Thank you, Teacher Moderator
If you have any painting you want done, please let me know. I will draw it for you.
ㄴKyah lol, the commission’s insane lol
ㄴModerator’s getting paintings by splashing cola lol
ㄴBut what kind of painting would Moderator request?
ㄴDefinitely NSFW, 100% lol
ㄴIf it were me, I’d ask for NSFW too lol
ㄴIf it were me, I’d ask for anthro pics yeah;
ㄴYou’re into furries… please…
“Really, you’re giving this?”
It seems too fun to refuse.
And it’s a rule not to refuse what’s being offered.
Followed my heart and wrote a comment.
ㄴModerator : Extremely arousing NSFW.
ㄴLol lol lol lol
ㄴThis guy really has convictions lol
An offer to draw an extremely arousing NSFW pic. How could I refuse?
But people tend to exhibit their greatest strength in moments of crisis.
Gibson, I will elevate your level to a higher stage.
ㄴGibson Workshop : Yes, I will draw it.
ㄴModerator : If it’s not arousing enough, you’re permanently banned.
ㄴGibson Workshop : ?
ㄴWhat
ㄴLol crazy dude lol lol
ㄴLmao, offered to draw and now facing ban threat lol
ㄴGibson facing the biggest crisis of his artist life lol
ㄴStaking artistic life on drawing on lol lol lol lol
ㄴGibson Workshop : “It have to be arousing…!”, noted.
ㄴModerator : Lol
Now, just waiting for Gibson’s drawing.
Even if it’s not arousing, I won’t actually ban him.
Probably.
“Hahaha, now all sorts of strange things are being posted.”
Artists. Creators. After their items started being posted, now all sorts of items are coming up.
There are those selling unnecessary items, and even someone making and posting food.
“Come to think of it, this place is like an online restaurant?”
You can purchase food for the entire continent.
Since anything can be bought, it shows endless possibilities.
Wish this was available when I was in the military.
Could have ordered pizza, pork hocks, ribs, chicken, sweet and sour pork to my heart’s content.
Muttering so, I suddenly felt a chill.
“…Fuck, the military?”
Isn’t this dangerous?
Felt a sense of doom.
* * *
“This is revolutionary.”
“Yes indeed, but to start a war over it? Are you in your right mind? Sir Sord, have you been drinking?”
Count Grenen scratched his head with a lackluster enthusiasm. After all, Sir Sord, the knight commander, had suddenly bursted in during his lunch and started discussing such an important matter.
It was about the Gallery. There was talk of an auction house being established in the Gallery, and an increasing number of people were posting food for sale.
The auction house’s activation. It was said that this would benefit our Grenen Count’s domain.
“I haven’t been drinking. I’m speaking soberly. You’ve always said so yourself, haven’t you, Count Grenen? That our domain is too small.”
“Oh, let’s not bring that up in an unsecured place.”
Worried that someone might hear, Count Grenen looked around. Thankfully there seemed to be no one nearby. Feeling relieved, he continued speaking.
“Yes, an auction house has been established in the Gallery. But why is that an opportunity for us?”
“Well― our Grenen Count’s domain is in the worst possible location, isn’t it?”
That was certain. The Grenen Count’s domain was objectively in the worst location. Always snowing, with biting cold winds swirling around the northern province.
It’s the northernmost domain on the continent. A cursed domain. Even in the relatively warm place of the dining room which had an active fireplace, white breath could be seen.
“If we solve all our supply issues through the auction house, then… we might be able to win a domain war.”
“…….”
Count Grenen listened silently, deep in thought. There was nothing abundant in the Grenen Count’s domain. The harsh climate meant a smaller population, but that climate turned everyone into warriors. Regardless of age or gender, all were born warriors.
If their food problem could be solved…
They might be able to acquire warmer lands. Seeing a glimmer of hope, Count Grenen was swayed.
“…But there’s no justification for it.”
“Justification can be created.”
“So, you’re really considering a domain war.”
“Look at all who dwell in our domain. They all wish to live warmly.”
Count Grenen pondered. Sensing his wavering heart, Sir Sord delivered the final blow.
“This could be our last chance.”
“…Alright. Then―”
Just as he was about to say they should prepare for war and arm themselves, the ding of an alarm sounded.
An alarm? It’s from the Gallery. What is it?
Both opened the Gallery upon hearing the alarm sound.
There was a post.
It was from Moderator.
* * *
“Fortunately, there’s no law that says things have to go to hell.”
Just in time, the administrator’s level rose to 3.
Otherworldly Gallery
―Admin Level: 3
―Points: 28,771
―Gold: 8,771, Silver: 91, Copper: 21
Though spending points on cola reduced them significantly, it’s okay. Thinking of it all as an investment for the gallery eases the mind.
【Your Gallery Admin Level has increased!】
【You can choose an Admin Level-up perk.】
【Enhance Gallery Sub-administrator Permissions】
【Create Real-time Chat in Gallery】
【Add 1 More Gallery】
【Set Gallery Operating Hours】
……
A list of various perks appeared. Among them, the most desired feature this time was seen.
【Track Gallery User Location】
“Yes. This is what we need to prevent this coming disaster.”
A card was drawn that could be used before the continent goes to hell. After acquiring the perk, a post was immediately made in the Gallery.
―Moderator
Title : Don’t misuse the auction house, okay?
Location will be tracked and purchase history will be published.
Upvotes 582 Downvotes 988
ㄴWhy post this all of a sudden?
ㄴExactly
ㄴOut of nowhere??
ㄴFfs, the gallery does location tracking? That’s scary
ㄴThought Moderator was likable. A madman, perhaps?
ㄴWhy start accumulating dislike stacks all of a sudden?
The Gallery’s reaction turned sour instantly. Still, it’s impossible to outright say, “Don’t start a war !” Those who felt targeted by the post probably got the message. That’s good enough.
The gallery members began to roll with the topic on their own.
Title : So, location tracking is now possible??
Is that really a thing?
ㄴYeah, it is lol
ㄴThere was a Moderator in the past who could specify members
ㄴAnd then, loads of gallery members left
ㄴFfs, that’s crazy
ㄴBut what happened to that guy?
ㄴWent to peek at girls and mysteriously disappeared one day. Rumored to have met a dragon lady
ㄴGot ‘blanked’ lol
ㄴLol, that’s terrifying lol
ㄴLocation tracking is risky, but to openly talk about it…
ㄴYeah, it’s weird?
ㄴSeems like a preemptive talk in case something happens at the auction house.
ㄴWhat do you mean misuse the auction house?
ㄴDoes it mean don’t upload dildos?
ㄴMadman, lol
ㄴI uploaded a used dildo, and it sold pretty well.
ㄴFemale?
ㄴWhile using it, yes;;
ㄴ”This is the only time I’ll be a female.”
ㄴFfs lol lol lol
ㄴSelective female, ffs lol
ㄴWhy would you upload that ffs lol
ㄴWhat’s the sin of the one who bought it lol
ㄴAh ffs lol, is this what it is?
ㄴLol, got’em lol lol
ㄴLol, take a whiff
ㄴProbably has a rich scent lol
ㄴIt’s a reward lol
All sorts of discussions were happening. There was no helping it. The only thing to do was to wait quietly and hope things would calm down eventually. Then, a post appeared that seemed like a helping hand amidst the chaos.
Title : I understand why Moderator did that
The auction house is currently flooded with surplus goods. Can freely buy food? This smells like war. Being able to supply directly… There are bound to be some thinking about war. So, if a region openly purchases war supplies, they’ll be exposed, got it? But, from our perspective, preventing war is better than letting it happen.
Upvotes 1832 Downvotes 19
ㄴFfs, is this why?
ㄴSeems like it?
ㄴMonitoring those who massively purchase food and weapons?
ㄴEven if Moderator is crazy, wouldn’t say such nonsense confidently.
ㄴ?? : Give me arousing NSFW pics
ㄴ?? : Or you’re banned
ㄴWho’s this? Lol, surely not Moderator, right lol
ㄴRight lol, as if Moderator would do that
ㄴEven if Moderator has gone mad, it’s in a good way, thankfully
ㄴJust a dude… obsessed with NSFW… with a heart… hence a pervert…
Title : So, is anyone preparing for war?
??
ㄴSeems not yet. No posts about it.
ㄴAfter all that fuss, who’d dare start a war lol
ㄴI’m in the military, and the atmosphere here is no joke
ㄴWhy in the military?
ㄴCause I’m a soldier, you idiot lol
ㄴThe whole continent is buzzing
ㄴDamn, we were this close to disaster
Title : If you like Moderator’s quick handling, upvote lol
Starting with me
Upvotes 891 Downvotes 21
ㄴFor real lol
ㄴReally, such a quick shot lol, his pitiful skills in bed really helped us here XDXDXD
Title : Moderator bro has done it again ㅠㅠ
(Demon race sister beautiful chest.jpg)
Thank you
ㄴKyah lol
ㄴModerator, the bringer of happiness lol
ㄴWow, demon race bodies are indeed beautiful
ㄴLol, look at him posting again lol
ㄴHow did you know exactly what Moderator likes lol
ㄴLegendary for not being cut despite being a notable post lol
“Looks like doing good deeds brings good fortune.”
I saved the chest pic with a smile. And then wrote another post.
―Moderator
Title : Give me more chests.
Give me.
ㄴCrazy lol lol lol
ㄴLiterally a boob man lol
ㄴStops a war and wants boob pics lol
ㄴAh lol, stopped a war but boobs are a serious matter lol
ㄴModerator bro, how many do you want? Got a preferred angle?
ㄴModerator : Underboob, hands covering, bikini, sexy dress, oiled up chest. 5 pics.
ㄴLook at those precise tastes lol lol
ㄴFfs lol, this guy knows what’s good lol
ㄴCan’t resist the oil lol lol
ㄴTruly a man of culture lol
“Boobs are a serious matter.”
The war prevention? That’s history now. Time to focus on the present matter, which is the boobs. The continent is ruled by the chest of demon race sister. Saved the posted pic of demon race sister’s chest.
“Indeed, demon race sister is the best.”
Title : How about me?
(Hand covered Dark Elf sister’s tanned skin boobs pic.jpg)
“Wow, damn.”
Correction. This continent is ruled by the chest of Dark Elf sister.
While Moderator was deeply and happily immersed in the wonderful world of chests.
“…”
Someone was eyeing the auction house.