" A Wish Of Lazy Otaku"

19. "Auction of Wonders: Beware the Warnings"

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"Hahahahaha! Congratulations, old man, on regaining your youth. Now you won't complain about being unable to get out of bed and have some fun with us old geezers," Mr. Toya's friend taunted, his laughter echoing through the air. 

This particular old friend of his had always pestered him, mocking his inability to join them in playing mahjong on occasion.

"Hahahha! Old Han, consider yourself invited today. Once this banquet is over, we shall celebrate in our own way!" Old man Toya responded heartily to Old man Han, who was seated in the VIP area beside them with his family.

"I'll hold you to that, hahaha!" Old man Han accepted the invitation with enthusiasm.

"Hahahaha! Old Toya, you won't invite this old man now that you've regained your health and won this opportunity?" Another influential figure sarcastically commented from across the room, his seating area adjacent to Old man Han's.

"Haa... Humph! I have no interest in associating myself with you and your unsavory business, Mr. Kins!" Old man Toya retorted with an unhappy tone, not even bothering to look in his direction.

"Hey, look! Mr. Kins is here too. I thought this banquet would be peaceful, but his presence has only added to the chaos," a random guy interjected from the peanut gallery, his voice filled with exasperation.

"Hoo! This is getting interesting. I have an excellent opportunity for a good scoop. Hahahaha! My bonus is practically guaranteed now, hehehehe!" a creepy guy muttered under his breath, resembling a reporter who discreetly snapped high-definition photos with his camera, capturing the essence of the scene.

"Hey, you shouldn't say things like that. Calm down a bit, and remember that they're influential individuals. It doesn't mean they won't pay attention to you if you say or do something detrimental to their image," another concerned acquaintance warned the creepy guy, feeling uneasy about his presence among them.

"Hahahha! It just keeps getting more and more fantastic. The energy drink was only the first product, but its effects were remarkable. I wonder what the second and third products will bring. Will they possess equally magical effects? Hahahahah! I can't wait to witness their impact firsthand," a young man murmured to himself, a glint of excitement in his eyes. 

Those around him regarded him as if he were a lunatic, briefly exchanging glances before dismissing him and engaging in their own discussions about the upcoming products.

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"Now then, everyone, as you witnessed the astounding effects of our first product, verified by Dr. Hirono, it's time to get even more excited for what's to come! Anticipate our next product, which will be just as incredible, if not better!" Aisa announced, addressing the crowd after handling the inquiries of Dr. Hirono and others who sought more details about the Energy drink. 

She dismissed them, assuring them that they could discuss the matter at another time.

Aisa skillfully built rapport with the audience, capitalizing on the heightened anticipation created by the miraculous effects of the Energy drink.

"Our second product, as you can see on the screen behind me, is a special herbal tea. Its preparation and effects are truly remarkable. But before I reveal its name and purpose, let's take a look at the herb itself." Aisa placed the second product on display, opening the box to reveal the delicate leaves inside.

The leaves possessed a vibrant green hue with translucent yellow flashes adorning their edges.

Although small in size, measuring only one centimeter each, a single box contained a mere ten grams of these precious leaves—just enough for a single serving. 

Aisa emphasized the simplicity of preparing the tea, which followed the familiar steps of brewing any ordinary tea leaves. However, there was one crucial distinction. These particular tea leaves were enveloped in an invisible energy shield, preserving their potent essence. 

To unlock the tea's power, the person who desired to drink it had to complete the tea preparation process first. 

Then, they were required to gently drip a single drop of their own blood onto the leaves. This act would allow the energy shield to recognize the individual as the rightful owner, ready to partake in its benefits. 

Once the leaves were submerged in preheated water, the tea would be ready to consume within a minute.

Aisa elaborated on the nature of the herb and its preparation process, her words flowing effortlessly.

"This herb is known as The Herbal Black Bull Tea—a type of tea that predominantly enhances fertility for both men and women. However, it can only be enjoyed by happily married couples." Aisa introduced the product with an infectious smile, observing the crowd's mounting excitement.

She had grown accustomed to facing vulgar words and indecent actions, but that didn't mean she wasn't embarrassed by the lewd thoughts that crossed her mind. 

Yet, she couldn't allow her inner turmoil to seep through and tarnish the carefully cultivated atmosphere or the image she had worked so hard to establish.

Aisa took a moment to issue a clear warning: anyone attempting to consume the tea without being part of a married couple would experience extreme discomfort throughout their entire body or, in some cases, a loss of fertility.

The product primarily catered to happily married couples who were dissatisfied with their sex lives or yearned for a child. 

By providing emotional euphoria during intercourse, the tea temporarily increased the life essence within their bodies, boosting fertility.

"Regardless, the key point here is that this herbal tea is exclusively for couples. It presents a heaven-sent opportunity for those who long for a child of their own." Aisa concluded her explanation, prompting an eruption of noise from the crowd. 

The women, in particular, had arrived with their husbands or family members, still childless and eager to find a solution. 

Aisa's introduction of this seemingly magical product stirred their womanly instincts, compelling them to give it a try at least once. 

To them, the reality or authenticity of the tea mattered little; the allure of a potential miracle was enough to captivate their hearts and minds.

"Darling, you absolutely must get this herbal tea, no matter what! Otherwise, don't even think about sleeping in our bed tonight!" The woman, exuding mature charm despite being in her 30s but appearing as if she were in her 20s, spoke to her husband with an intense seriousness that left no room for doubt. 

Instantly, her husband became flustered and cursed furiously at his unfortunate circumstances, knowing that acquiring the herbal tea would be no easy task given the reactions around him.

"Husband, please try your best to obtain this herbal tea. I want to give it to our son and daughter-in-law. I'm getting older, and I long to play with my grandchildren soon," the older woman in her 40s pleaded with her husband, her voice tinged with sadness.

"Wife! It's not that I don't want to get this herbal tea, but the money I brought tonight might not be enough to win the bet," the husband responded, his expression troubled. 

He had never anticipated needing extra funds for anything when he arrived, intending to let his wife have a relaxing evening and enjoy herself.

"Dr. Hirono! If you're facing a money issue, I can lend you some," Old Man Toya chimed in, having overheard Dr. Hirono conversing with his wife. Kindly offering his assistance, he extended a helping hand.

"Dr. Hirono! You need not worry about that. I, too, am willing to offer my support in this situation. Luckily, I had the foresight to call my son ahead of time to bring additional funds. So, consider it no trouble and feel free to accept our assistance," Old man Han added, confident in his ability to acquire the necessary capital. 

Since he didn't require the product himself and had already taken precautions for potential financial needs related to the final product, he had no concerns in that regard.

Earning a favor from a renowned doctor by providing a little help was a mutually beneficial arrangement, prompting Old Man Toya and Old man Han to extend their aid.

"Ummn! Thank you, Mr. Toya and Mr. Han. If I require assistance, I will gladly accept your kind offers," Dr. Hirono expressed his gratitude, cupping his hands and bowing slightly.

"Hahaha! No need to mention it!" Another old man dismissed the gratitude, a slightly embarrassed expression on his face as he observed Dr. Hirono bowing. He and the others quickly waved their hands, downplaying their help.

"I want it too, hubby. Can you please get me that herbal tea?" A woman from the peanut gallery cutely appealed to her husband.

"Hey, Mr. Husband, if you don't bring me that herbal tea, don't even think about going home, humph!" A woman seated in the front row directly threatened her hapless husband.

As such scenes unfolded throughout the entire hall, some women acted coyly toward their husbands, others felt a pang of sadness upon reflecting on their own circumstances, and a few resorted to outright threats, demanding that their husbands secure the herbal tea for them.

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Aisa stood on the stage, observing the enthusiastic women and their behavior, a faint smile playing on her lips. 

She cleared her throat, capturing everyone's attention once again as her voice traveled through the microphone.

"Ahem!"

The sound resonated throughout the hall, bringing silence and focusing all eyes back on the stage.

"Now then, let us proceed with the bidding. The minimum price is 1,00,000 yen, and every increase will be 100,000 yen... Cough!... Now the bidding starts... Bang!!!" Aisa announced the bidding, punctuating her words with the resounding bang of a hammer, marking the beginning of the bidding war.

"1,10,000 yen!"

"1,20,000 yen!"

"1,50,000 yen!"...

"1,70,000 yen!"...

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The peanut gallery erupted into a frenzy, with participants vying for the winning bid, each increasing their offer.

"10,00,000 yen!"...

The bidding began to slow down, but the big shots had yet to enter the competition.

Eventually, the bid came to a pause at the 20 million mark.

"The price has reached 20 million yen. Is there anyone else who wishes to increase the amount? If not!" Aisa inquired, ready to conclude the bidding. 

However, before she could finish, another bid interrupted her, originating from one of the big shots.

"50,00,000 yen!"...

The voice belonged to Dr. Hirono, who boldly raised the bid, instantly halting any further competition.

"Hahaha! If you want to win the bid, that's not high enough. I bid 60,00,000 yen!" The nasty old man raised the bid, taking a seat beside them with a smug expression, sneering at Dr. Hirono.

Dr. Hirono, aware of the old man's provocation, maintained his composure. He couldn't risk offending the old man openly, as it would serve no purpose.

"70,00,000 yen!"... Dr. Hirono increased the bid once again, his expression resolute. He was determined not to let his wife be disappointed once more.

Observing Dr. Hirono's determination, the nasty old man realized that it wasn't worth causing a fuss with a respected figure in the medical field over a product he didn't even need. 

It was merely a habit of his to meddle with others. Thus, he placed the bid.

"Hahaha! Seeing how determined Dr. Hirono is, I give up on this bid. You can have it!" The nasty old man relinquished his claim with an amicable smile, addressing Dr. Hirono, who simply nodded in response.

Dr. Hirono felt a sense of relief, as he didn't want to rely on favors for this acquisition. Fortunately, the bidding concluded within his budget range.

"So, anyone else wishing to bid higher... it seems no one wants to exceed the current bid. Okay..."

*Bang!* (hammering sound)

"Now this item is won by Dr. Hirono. Congratulations on winning the bid."

"Before we proceed with the bidding for the next item, I want to remind everyone here that the warnings displayed with the company logo on each product are very real. So, before you do anything, please take heed of the warnings. That's all I have to say. Now, onto our final item for today's auction!" Aisa brought the hammer down, officially ending the bidding for the previous item, congratulating Dr. Hirono, who smiled back with his wife, radiating happiness.

Aisa's expression turned grave, her features now reflecting the weight of her words. She swiftly shifted gears, ensuring that everyone in the audience grasped the significance of what she had just convey.

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