TBATE - The Help of a Certain Being

Kuro

"Now! For the final item we have up for the lucky individual fortunate enough to acquire this!" The auctioneer's dramatic voice echoed from below as another cage covered by a silky cloth was dragged onstage.

Everyone in the room was still noticeably tense from the initial shock of an intruder, but their attention was now focused back onto the stage after Vincent announced he had been killed.

After a dramatic pause, the tarp covering the cage was removed, revealing a small feline animal the size of a large dog.

The auctioneer bellowed at that exact moment, "An infant world lion! For those who are ignorant of this magnificent mana beast, an adult world lion has the capability to at least become a B-class mana beast. I dare say that if taken care of well, this infant world lion could even become an A-class mana beast! Do you know what this means? Taking care of and treasuring this fine beast will allow its master to become a legendary beast tamer!"

The audience below us erupted into a frenzy as hands shot into the air, bidding without even waiting for the auctioneer. Unsurprisingly, King Glayder smacked the glass with his hand as his eyes stayed glued to the mana beast.

Having never traversed to the Beast Glades, we were intrigued by the cub as well.

Sebastian walked over to the edge of the room as well to get a better view of the mana beast currently on display. However, he merely let out a dissatisfied snort before walking back, getting another greedy eyeful of Sylvie.

I normally wouldn't have minded someone becoming jealous of the fact that Arthur had a bond, hell, even I was jealous, but it was obvious that Sebastian had intentions to try and take Arthur's bond away from him. Needless to say, my and Arthur's patience with his borderline perverted leering was growing increasingly thin.

"Now, now! I won't be able to start the bidding until everyone gets settled!" The auctioneer shook his fingers with a satisfied grin plastered on his face as he waited for the crowd to sedate.

As the bidders all reluctantly settled, the auctioneer finally announced the starting bid. "We will start at one hundred gold!"

I raised a Sound barrier once more around me and Arthur.

"You really need to chill it with that killing intent. I know I'm not one to talk, but you should really control your power." I said as the nobles began bidding crazy amounts of gold.

"Sorry about that. I only meant it for that asshole." He glanced momentarily at Sebastian.

"Understandable. I'd be pissed if someone tried stealing my bond. By the way, Blaine's gonna bid a thousand gold. Check it out." I let down the barrier just in time to hear his bellow through the voice-amplifying artifact.

"1000 gold coins!"

The crowd's incessant bidding immediately stopped upon hearing the King's voice. It was obvious that, while there were plenty who could afford to bid higher, they were more debating on whether it was worth bidding against their own king.

I'd sure as hell do it. What would it matter, as long as I kept my identity unknown. Regal's always available for a call.

Father walked up to the King with his hand held out. "Seems like no one wants to bid against you, King Glayder," he congratulated.

"One white-gold tablet shouldn't be too unfair, right?" the King joked as he peered back down onto the stage, obviously excited.

"Thank you for the consideration," Father chuckled in defeat. "What are your plans with the new royal pet? Will you use it for yourself, or perhaps give it to your son?"