Inside the No. 1 Auction Hall lay another hidden chamber. At that moment, Xu Changsheng sat in the seat of honor.
Beside him, Xu Jiawei wore a grave expression. Before them, a noble, beautiful figure dipped into a slight courtly curtsy, then turned and strode toward the entrance to the No. 1 Auction Hall.
She was the auctioneer presiding over today's premier auction, Her Highness Princess Xu Jiujiu of the Star Luo Empire.
The instant Xu Jiujiu left the mysterious chamber, a golden glow washed over every VIP room, and all the soul tool screens radiated soft golden light.
Within a single breath, the golden light on the soul tool screens gradually faded, and a melodious voice rang out. "Welcome, honored guests, to the Starlight Auction House's premier auction. Today, we will present eighteen precious lots for your consideration, displaying them in ascending order of value. We hope you enjoy them."
The soul tool screens grew clear. A faint layer of white now covered the platform shown earlier. At its center stood a young woman in a long red dress-Xu Jiujiu.
Seated in one of the rooms, Huo Yuhao could not help feeling a little wistful when he saw Xu Jiujiu again.
When he had first met her, Huo Yuhao had still been very weak. He had inexplicably abducted her, and from that moment onward, an inextricable bond had formed between them.
Looking back now, it all seemed like yesterday.
"Greetings, honored guests. I am Jiujiu, your auctioneer for today, and it is my privilege to preside over this premier auction. Your time is precious, so let us begin."
"Distinguished guests, please feast your eyes on today's first lot."
Smiling, she offered everyone an elaborate yet graceful curtsy and gestured invitingly with her right hand. The image immediately changed, and