The glass doors slid silently open to either side.
Tang Song stepped inside, his gaze sweeping over the interior of the main residence.
It was a vast atrium with a ceiling over ten meters high. Light poured down from the dome above, illuminating the artistic floating staircase at its center.
The walls bore none of the usual gaudy decorations. Instead, they displayed original artworks rarely seen even at auctions.
Monet's water lilies, suffused with light and shadow; Kandinsky's cool, incisive abstract geometry.
The Blue-and-White Moon-Embracing Vase stood upon a jet-black pedestal, while a bronze sculpture beside it gleamed with a faint, muted luster.
East and West, classical and modern.
Here, they coexisted in perfect harmony.
Tang Song's eyes flickered slightly.
He spotted many art pieces he had casually purchased in the game. So this was where they had all been placed.
Tina introduced them softly, "All collections in the main residence are regularly maintained by Sotheby's expert team. The security system here is world-class."
Just then, several impeccably dressed and highly formal-looking people emerged from the side hall.
Tina stopped and turned slightly. "Mr. Tang, this is Mr. Dubois. He was once one of the chief butlers at Buckingham Palace and has more than thirty years of royal service experience. Starting today, he will take full responsibility for all aspects of your daily life within the manor."
The white-haired Mr. Dubois stepped forward, placed his right hand over his chest, and gave Tang Song a flawless bow.
"Welcome to your manor, sir." His voice was rich and deeply respectful. "It is my honor to serve you."
Tang Song gave a slight nod and said calmly, "Hello, Mr. Dubois. I trust everything will be properly taken care of."
Mr. Dubois then turned his gaze to Lin Mu Xue. "Hello, Assistant Lin.