"Hold on for a moment. I'm going to change our location for the product demonstration. Get ready."
As the audience absorbed his words, they remained somewhat skeptical of Yoichi's mysterious tricks until a sudden clap erupted from the stage, inexplicably producing another astonishing scene.
In an instant, the grand opera house transformed into a vast mountain landscape surrounded by an endless expanse of trees right before their eyes. The clan experts were left speechless, astonished by the absence of fluctuating Chakra, as the entire crowd was transported with just a single clap.
'This kid is becoming increasingly intriguing. It's unclear whether he will be an ally in this enigmatic endeavor or a formidable foe on the battlefield or during missions!'
The seats felt genuine, and the experience was authentic, devoid of any genjutsu. High-ranking officials and clan specialists began to recognize the potential threat posed by Yoichi Murakami, the Phantom.
"For our product presentation, I'd like to invite to the stage the current leader of the Uzumaki Clan and one of the most skilled sensory shinobi in our world, Oyama Uzumaki!"
Upon hearing Yoichi announce such a prominent figure, the audience erupted in applause, though Oyama himself appeared visibly surprised as he stepped onto the stage.
'Why not me?! I would have been the perfect test user for this event! I have the Byakugan!' thought a frustrated Hyūga in the front row, his Byakugan activated as he scrutinized the flashbang, eager to find a way to adapt it for the benefit of his clan, mirroring the curiosity of those around him.
"Here, take this! This cylindrical container is our Flashbang. It's very straightforward to use. First, channel your Chakra into it to avoid any harm to yourself. Then, just pull the pin and toss the flashbang. Simple, right?"
With that, Oyama pulled the trigger, and a blinding light enveloped the audience's senses, including those of Yoichi's parents. The venue was filled with screams and cries, particularly from the sensory shinobi whose activated Chakra sense intensified their discomfort.
"Oyama-sama, why didn't you get rid of the flashbang?!"
Yoichi shook his head in disbelief from the sidelines.
"Uh... You mentioned it wouldn't hurt the user, so I didn't throw it away since it could help me defend myself and take out my enemy," Oyama explained with a sheepish grin. "Plus, using it lets us test for any potential product flaws."
"But why would you do that?! Oh right... You're an Uzumaki."
As Yoichi absorbed the technical explanation, his fears began to fade.
"Oyama, you jerk!"
"Uzumaki Clan! What's the deal here?!"
The audience, now recovering from the shock, fixed their intense glares on Oyama and hurled harsh words his way, creating a tense atmosphere inside the Auction House.
"I'm sorry for the abruptness, but how can we truly understand a product if we don't explore its features? How bright is the light? What's its range? How long does it last? Can you suggest a different approach?"
The crowd exchanged reluctant nods in response to his reasoning.
That honestly even made sense.
'But why didn't he warn us?! Is there a specific countdown? 1, 2, 3? Is he messing with us?'
With this thought lingering, the crowd shot suspicious looks at him, until Yoichi quickly intervened:
"Let's give a round of applause for our first tester! As you can see, the product performed well! Please take a seat, Oyama-sama. Now, let's move on to the Chakra Pills!"
In an instant, the mood shifted dramatically, excitement flooding back into the room.
Who would be the lucky one for the second test?
"Due to some heated reactions earlier, let's applaud Senju Butsuma and Uchiha Tajima for our second demonstration! Step up to the stage, please!"
Upon hearing Yoichi's announcement, Uchiha Tajima felt a wave of relief. The Uchiha Clan often faced disdain, their reputation tainted, and reduced their opportunities as clients viewed them with mistrust, casting them as ruthless killers.
How long would this last? Would they face total downfall?
"Why are you grinning like a fool? Let's see who's stronger!" Butsuma said, donning his war armor with an eager smile.
"Fine by me!" Tajima activated his Three Tomoe Sharingan, irritation sparking as if jolted from a deep slumber.
"Tajima!!!"
"Butsuma!!!"
The two charged at each other, their clans watching in approval as they displayed impressive skills, nodding along.
Building a reputation is tough, but it can vanish in an instant.
Yet, these two prominent clans seized the spotlight, earning respect from the audience.
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"Why are they calling out the opponent's name? Is this a love rivalry or something?"
After a tiring match, Yoichi quietly remarked as the audience erupted in laughter, their reaction amplified by the lapel mic near his cheek.
On the sidelines, Butsuma and Tajima exchanged glances, their expressions darkening. The exhaustion from the battle combined with their emotional strain only added to the absurdity of the moment.
"Anyway, let's make sure our participants take their Chakra Pills! You all can sense their Chakra levels are depleted, right? So, Butsuma-sama and Tajima-sama..." Yoichi shifted the conversation with a straightforward command.
"Wow, this is amazing! HAHAHA! I feel completely reenergized!"
"How is this possible?! What's happening inside me?"
Initially skeptical, they soon found that consuming the pill felt like soaking in a tranquil hot spring beneath a beautiful moonlit sky. A steady flow of Chakra surged through them, revitalizing their strength and healing their injuries.
"Let's give a round of applause to our two esteemed clan leaders up here! Thanks to them for making this incredible moment possible!" As everyone remained in awe, Yoichi suggested that the two take a seat while the others processed the sensory shinobi's confirmation of the pill's efficacy.
'Incredible!'
"And now for our final and most exciting invention: the Chakra Battery Scrolls! Tenjin-sama, Sasuke-sama, and Tenzo-sama, please come to the stage!"
In an instant, three young men with distinct styles stepped forward. Hyūga Tenjin exuded elegance, Tenzo was cold yet brilliant, and Sasuke radiated youthful energy like a bright sun.
"Introducing our Chakra Battery Scrolls! These can preserve food without losing freshness or warmth. Whenever someone has a bit of free time, they can store some Chakra for crucial tasks. Just infuse the scroll over time and summon the stored energy with the Energy Scroll: Release!"
After several demonstrations, the crowd erupted in cheers for this remarkable invention. The durability and functionality felt extraordinary, providing sufficient energy storage for powerful clans or nations in their daily lives.
"What about sharing? Can someone use another person's Chakra to restore themselves?" a curious voice called from the crowd.
The ability to share was indeed a key consideration when creating the Chakra Battery Scrolls.
"Absolutely! Once someone fills the Chakra Scrolls, they can share them with others! Plus, there's another feature! Sasuke-sama, could you please demonstrate detonating the Chakra Scrolls? I recommend throwing it far away..." Yoichi wanted to avoid any mishaps, unlike the Uzumaki Clan Leader's reckless self-testing.
Following Yoichi's guidance, Sasuke formed the necessary hand signs and launched the pulsating scroll into the forest as everyone turned their attention to where it landed.
The moment the scroll hit the ground, a tremendous explosion of energy erupted, instantly reducing the surrounding foliage to ashes. A massive crater nearly 300 meters wide formed from the blast, leaving the onlookers wide-eyed and gasping in shock.
The audience has never witnessed anything as devastating before, especially the shinobi. While they were capable of impressive destruction with their ninjutsu and different techniques, nothing they could muster matched the overwhelming power of the Chakra Scrolls.
When it comes to a detonated scroll, the best course of action is to run—trying to fight it would be a certain death!
"It's equipped with a self-destruct feature designed to protect the user, even if it means sacrificing the Chakra Scroll. Naturally, the valuable contents will be lost. But ask yourself, would you prefer to keep those items or ensure your survival?"
As Yoichi spoke, the crowd nodded in understanding. If the enemy was going to seize their possessions, they might as well take out the remaining foes while they were at it.
"What's the price?"
"Does Genesis Bank truly have that much stock?!"
"Let us know!"
With the crowd urging him, Yoichi smiled and replied:
"We have plenty of Flashbangs available at 1 Million Ryō each! For Chakra Pills, we have a limited supply priced at 5 Million Ryō for a bottle of 20 pills. Lastly, we only have 50 Chakra Battery Scrolls, each costing 50 Million Ryō. Please consider your choices carefully!"
After sharing this information, Yoichi took a sip of his water and surveyed the anxious crowd.
He has high-quality products and prefers not to deplete his inventory all at once.
It's all about supply and demand.
While the daimyos and clan leaders flinched at the steep prices, they recognized the exceptional value of these resources. If money could buy them a chance at life, why wouldn't they invest in it?
The worth of these items far exceeded any mere currency given their practical applications.
With incapacitating devices, healing pills, and versatile scrolls, any one of those could turn the tide in battle or during crucial missions.