Xiao Yao and Qing Lin arrived at the entrance to a room. Xiao Yao slowly raised his gaze and stopped at the three words "Appraisal Room" on the doorframe. After a slight pause, he led Qing Lin inside.
The moment he stepped into this so-called appraisal room, Xiao Yao was somewhat taken aback to discover that the spacious interior had been neatly divided into no fewer than a hundred small private chambers. Presumably, this was to prevent customers' treasures from being exposed.
As soon as Xiao Yao and Qing Lin entered the appraisal room, a scantily clad maid approached them. Her delicate voice carried a seductive charm. "Sir, are you here to have an item appraised, or to have its value assessed for auction?"
When Qing Lin saw the woman before them, she obediently stood beside Xiao Yao.
Xiao Yao answered calmly, "For auction."
"Please follow me." The maid smiled seductively, then turned around. Her waist swayed like a water snake, tracing an exceedingly alluring curve that could stir wicked heat in one's lower abdomen if watched for too long.
Yet Xiao Yao merely followed behind her with an impassive expression. After walking several dozen meters, the maid stopped before a small private chamber, bowed respectfully to him, and said with a smile,
"Sir, simply hand the items you wish to auction to the master inside for appraisal and verification. Based on their rarity and value, you will be assigned different seating at the auction."
Xiao Yao nodded slightly, gently pushed open the black wooden door, and entered together with Qing Lin, holding her hand. He then casually shut the door behind them.
The small chamber was brightly lit. An elderly man with slightly graying hair swept a sharp gaze over Xiao Yao and Qing Lin before saying evenly, "Please