After the midterms, the school had a few days off.
Classmates joyfully took their report cards, heading home for rewards.
Lu Family's Villa.
The woman lay on her side on a vintage sofa, like a noble and lazy cat, her ink-black hair flowing to her waist. Her eyes slightly closed, her long, curly lashes quivering gently.
A "ding-dong" notification broke the silence.
Gu Danyu picked up her phone, swiped the screen, and a message popped up.
[Miss, the items you require are listed for tonight's auction in Yu An District.]
She had asked someone early in the morning to inquire about the rare and precious medicinal herbs needed for her mother's treatment....
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The sky gradually became overcast.
In a grand and luxurious building in the central district, dazzling lights shot out from inside as if it were daylight, and a luxurious red carpet led to the grand doors.
Inside the auction house.
Ladies in gowns and men in suits milled about, whispering to each other.
