There were several minutes before the auction started, and Dave was thrilled to see so many apprentices from Brute Cavern sitting around him.
They usually did not attend the auction held on the Remnant Coast because there were many better choices. It seemed they were all attracted by Angor's illusion item.
Also, Dave hung out at the entrance for a while and saw many great wizards, including Sumesh, who had come. Apparently, they heard about Greya's "challenge of truth", which was facilitated by Angor's illusion, and they all wished to take a look at what Angor was selling this time.
Angor promised to share 10% of the final income with Dave. Of course Dave was glad to see so many people who would soon compete for a higher price.
The lights in the auction hall went out and interrupted his happy imagination.
The main stage was then lit up, and Theron went under the light with a professional smile, wearing his off-white suit and a yellow bow-tie.