The winner was Wilheim.
The very first merchant who had shown interest earlier.
At this moment, joy practically overflowed across his face as Noah approached with the contract.
Some people looked at this merchant enviously.
Some mocked him inwardly.
Some admired his boldness.
And some…
Thought he was an absolute fool.
Among them…
Gideon Crescent clearly belonged to the final category.
As soon as the contract exchange ended, Gideon calmly revealed the reasoning behind his earlier withdrawal to Prince Ayush beside him.
"The Executioner appears impressive as it sounds," he said quietly while resting his chin against folded fingers, "yet appearances often deceive people just as painted gold deceives hungry beggars."
Prince Ayush frowned slightly.
Gideon continued calmly.
"The Shotgun already exists."
"And according to my investigation into Kiara's store, any customer whose purchases exceed ten thousand gold coins can freely purchase Shotguns afterward."
