Picking Talents on the Interstellar Battlefield
Chapter 57

Hidden Restraint and Wealth

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"No!"

"No!"

"There's nothing at all! Damn, what kind of pauper is this?!"

Inside the room, Elais looked frantic. He quickly searched every drawer and suitcase, but aside from a few changes of clothes, there wasn't a single valuable thing.

He couldn't imagine that a young man staying in a luxury cabin could be even more spartan than the people downstairs, lying in their hibernation pods.

Where were his luxury goods?

Where were his skincare products?

Where were his virtual devices?

At the very least, he should've brought a few valuable outfits!

Elais ground his teeth in frustration. Judging by that man's appearance and bearing, he'd thought he was some Young Master who'd seen it all and had no interest in tacky women.

He'd thought he'd finally hooked a big fish, but who could've guessed it was a tiny shrimp that couldn't even fill the gaps between his teeth?

You sure knew how to put on airs!

Even a seasoned pro like me fell for it!

Elais quickly put on his jacket and tie, then quietly closed the door.

He couldn't stay here. He had to hurry back to the lower deck, change his face, and keep hiding.

Tap tap tap.

Footsteps sounded from around the corner ahead.

Elais lowered his head. The skin on his face rippled, his bones subtly shifted, and soon a brand-new face appeared.

"Back so soon."

When he saw the person approaching, Elais's heart clenched. He immediately stopped and bowed respectfully, like a waiter.

Qin Tian nodded, passed Elais, and continued down the corridor.

Elais let out a breath of relief, straightened up, and headed toward the elevator.

Just then, a calm voice came from behind him.

"So this is your ability? You can change your face at will?"

Elais was startled, but years of

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