Sacrifice's Rise: I Became Invincible After Entering Godslayer Temple

Just as John was about to continue his banter with Loving_Lollipop, he suddenly saw Isabella quickly walking into the hall from the entrance.

Trailing behind her, the figures of Blue Sea and Adam slowly emerged.

A faint smile played at the corner of John's mouth.

Were these two now wearing the same pants?

Why do they always seem to appear together?

Following them were the elite members of their respective guilds.

Whatever Isabella had discussed with these two, it had clearly brought a look of surprise and excitement to their eyes, quickening their steps as they ascended the stairs.

With the entrance of Blue Sea and Adam, the already noisy first floor of the hall instantly erupted into a buzz of excitement.

As the saying goes, a man's reputation is like a tree's shadow.

As guild leaders of two of the top ten global guilds, these two were celebrities in the gaming world, commanding attention wherever they went.

"The guild leaders of Blue Sea and Genesis are here too, this auction really is on a grand scale!" someone exclaimed.

"These two are probably the most famous guild leaders among the top ten global guilds, right?" another chimed in.

"They are among the few with the most outstanding abilities."

"Being wealthy and prestigious must be nice. I wish I could see what the second-floor boxes are like."

"Stop dreaming. Those are for the big shots, a symbol of a higher status. We ordinary players should just stay put on the first floor."

"That's true. Do you know how many people wish they could get in but can't? Just getting an invitation to the Dawn Breeze Auction House is already quite an achievement for us."

"I wonder who else is on the second floor…"

"Have all the guild leaders of the top ten global guilds arrived? And there are also game merchants like the Travelers' Association…"

"This feels even more grandiose than the last auction."

"The guild leaders of the two major guilds from Dark Realm are here too?"

"Of course. Although they are from different factions in the game, their status as players is the same, and there's no ban on entering the Northern Myst Empire."

"I heard that last time the guild leader of Kingserp was instantly defeated by Galewind. I wonder if there will be any friction if they meet today."

"Kingserp is impressive, but he's still far behind Galewind... Galewind is the pride of all of us solo players!" This statement instantly resonated with the majority of the solo players.

"That's true. It's a mystery how Galewind has managed to level up so incredibly."

"Maybe that's just the difference between a genius and the rest of us."

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The players on the first floor were abuzz with conversations.

Dirge, amidst the crowd, felt a flash of pride as she listened.

Ever since her last encounter with John, she couldn't shake his image from her mind.

Subconsciously, she looked up towards the second floor, wondering behind which of those floor-to-ceiling windows John might be.

Upstairs, John's booth was soon knocked on again.

Isabella, accompanied by Blue Sea and Adam, walked in.

Seeing John sitting by the window, they greeted him with smiles.

Both men broke into hearty grins.

"Galewind, long time no see!" Blue Sea greeted with a light chuckle.

Adam joined in with a jovial tease, "Galewind, your status and position are truly enviable now. Even Miss Isabella personally relays messages for you. I heard Master Reo was here just a while ago chatting with you. It's usually so hard for us to get Master Reo to appraise our equipment and items."

John shook his head with a smile, "It's not as exaggerated as you make it sound. I just happen to know Master Reo a bit..."

Blue Sea asked curiously, "How long have you known Master Reo? He seems to give you special treatment."

John replied with a smile, "We have some sort of cooperative relationship. I've consigned some small items for this auction, so he came to have a chat."

Adam and Blue Sea exchanged knowing glances and smiled.

It seemed they had made the right decision to come to this auction.

Although John downplayed it as just some small items for auction, they didn't truly believe that.

It was well-known that anything from John Galewind was bound to be exquisite.

This was an acknowledged fact among the big shots of the gaming world.

If they were just ordinary equipment and items, how could they qualify for the stage of this auction?

"What are the great items you've consigned for the auction this time, Galewind? Can you give me a sneak peek so we can prepare?"

Adam plopped down onto the sofa, his burly frame sinking the cushions by several inches.

John chuckled lightly, "Here's the list of items going up for auction. See if you can guess which ones I brought."

He tossed a thin booklet into Adam's lap.

This item was something each participant of the auction had; it was specially issued by the Dawn Breeze Auction House.

The purpose was to allow players to understand the items up for auction in advance, enabling them to bid more strategically.

The list was filled with brief information about various pieces of equipment and items, presenting an array of choices.

Adam flipped through the booklet in his hands, a quirky smile spreading across his handsome face. He and Blue Sea each had a copy of this booklet.

Blue Sea's expression was similarly one of surprise and intrigue.

This practice of publishing an auction item list in advance was common in real-world auctions, but it was a first in the world of Godslayer.

At least in the previous two auctions held by Dawn Breeze that they had attended, there had been no such booklet.

Clearly, this was a new element introduced by Isabella since taking over the auction's organization.

John smiled softly, then turned his attention to Loving_Lollipop.

Speaking to Blue Sea and Adam, he said, "This is someone I met during an Arena PK, Loving_Lollipop. A very interesting fellow with a passion for the game. Why don't you take him in and nurture his skills? He could be a talent to help look after your guilds."

Loving_Lollipop awkwardly stood up, bowing to Blue Sea and Adam, "Hello, guild leaders Blue Sea, Adam. I've long heard of your great names. You've always been players I admire!"

Blue Sea and Adam exchanged glances, each noticing the surprise in the other's eyes. The name Loving_Lollipop was familiar to both.

He was known for making it into the top 10 of the Arena Leaderboard on individual merit, without the backing of any guild.

How could such a figure have escaped their attention?

As guild leaders of two of the top ten global guilds, they both had the duty to recruit talent for their guilds.

Loving_Lollipop's high ranking on the Arena Leaderboard was enough testament to his skills.

In fact, both guilds had previously extended offers to Loving_Lollipop, only to be turned down.

This was why they were both surprised now.

When did this guy get involved with Galewind?

A flicker of interest crossed Blue Sea's eyes before he warmly said, "So you're the famous Loving_Lollipop who's been making waves recently. I didn't expect you to be so young… Of course, we welcome new friends, especially those who are acquainted with our brother John."

"Loving_Lollipop, would you be interested in joining my Blue Sea Guild? We have a strong guild with a wealth of quests and activities. We would really welcome you if you decided to join."

Adam, sitting beside him, couldn't help but interject with a smirk, "Your Blue Sea Guild is better than my Genesis Guild? Come on, young man, join my guild. I assure you, if you're willing to join the Genesis Guild, I will unconditionally provide you with the utmost resources to elevate your abilities."

Blue Sea rolled his eyes, retorting, "Fair competition is fine, but what's with this verbal suppression? How is Blue Sea Guild any less than your Genesis Guild?"

Adam laughed heartily, seemingly unbothered by his earlier brashness.

Loving_Lollipop looked surprised at their offers, then glanced at John.

John patted him on the shoulder and said with a smile, "Kid, both their guilds are pretty good. They can provide you with a lot of resources and support. Joining them will offer you more security. Of course, joining a guild is a personal choice. It's up to you."

Though Loving_Lollipop's skills were already top-notch, joining a well-known and capable guild could greatly benefit a newcomer to the game.

This was one reason why John was willing to introduce the young man to Blue Sea and Adam.

Loving_Lollipop nodded in understanding, then turned to Blue Sea and Adam with a smile. "I need some time to consider, but I really appreciate your kind invitations."

Clearly, the young man was still hesitant and couldn't make up his mind right away.

Blue Sea and Adam exchanged glances, both understanding Loving_Lollipop's response.

After all, joining a guild involves many factors, including the guild's atmosphere, activities, and members.

Subsequently, John and the others started chatting about various amusing incidents and experiences in the game, enjoying the conversation.

With some time still left before the auction officially started, everyone could relax and enjoy this brief respite.