Xu Sheng neither agreed nor disagreed, saying, "That's right, regarding this matter, I truly am sorry!"
"After all, the Boundless Universe Shield is a valuable item of the Xingluo Empire, no matter how one looks at it!"
Seeing this, the man managed to control his emotions as well and coughed behind his hand, "Cough cough... Since you've said as much, I assume you've thought of an appropriate solution."
If the Boundless Universe Shield were lost, the royal household probably wouldn't notice anything amiss unless they carried out a thorough investigation!
But the auction house would never do something that would be at a loss!
Since it was lost, some form of compensation must be necessary!
The corners of Xu Sheng's mouth curled up slightly, "Of course, but I don't have anything similar to the Boundless Universe Shield on me. Therefore, I propose an exchange with a piece of intelligence."
The man seemed to feel underestimated and frowned, "Just a piece of intelligence in exchange for the Boundless Universe Shield? Isn't that a bit too excessive?"
He had considered that the other party might exchange a soul bone or something similar, but he had not expected that what would be offered was simply a piece of intelligence!
This was not at all equivalent!
Xu Sheng noticed the man's dissatisfaction and appeased him, "Please calm down. The intelligence I'm offering is worth far more than the Boundless Universe Shield!"
The former narrowed his eyes, "Oh? If that's the case, then perhaps it really could serve as an exchange!"
"However, whether the intelligence has that value is something I will have to judge for myself!"
Realizing his goal had been achieved, Xu Sheng had no intention of wasting further words, "Of course, but before that, shouldn't we dismiss the people around us first?"
Upon hearing this, the man hesitated for a moment, then issued a command...
"All of you, step outside. Without my command, no one is to enter!"
The surrounding guards responded, "Yes, sir!"
Having said that, they very tactfully vacated the VIP room...
Gui Mei also suddenly stood up, silently walking out...
He didn't even need to think to know that Xu Sheng would want him to leave as well!
Better to take initiative. In any case, he had no interest in the intelligence that would be discussed next!
The man then turned his attention back to Xu Sheng, enunciating each word, "Now, can you tell me the intelligence?"
Xu Sheng proceeded to explain the precious intelligence, valuable enough to rival the Boundless Universe Shield, in detail...
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Once he heard everything, the man could no longer suppress the eagerness within him and eagerly inquired, "Are you sure this intelligence is true?"
If it were true, it would be tremendously beneficial not just for the auction house, but even for the Xingluo Empire as a whole!
This intelligence was more precious than imagined!
Compared to it, the Boundless Universe Shield was practically negligible!
Xu Sheng's expression was steadfast, "If you don't trust me, you can send someone to investigate right now. It won't take long to understand the specific situation."
The former stroked his chin, pondering, "Hm... During this period, please stay within the Xingluo Empire's borders. After all, an investigation will take some time. You understand, don't you?"
Xu Sheng, sensing the implied mistrust, asked very directly, "Are you saying you don't trust me?"
The former quickly waved his hand in denial, "It's not a matter of distrust. It's simply that if there is any issue with the intelligence, our auction house would be able to contact you immediately."
"Besides, with your and that guard's abilities, if you truly set your hearts on leaving the Xingluo Empire, we wouldn't be able to stop you!"
Let alone Xu Sheng being a Titled Douluo, that guard was even a Hyper Douluo!
To keep them within the Xingluo Empire would require at least three to four Titled Douluos on guard duty at the same time!
This was beyond what the auction house could achieve!
Xu Sheng sighed and ultimately agreed...
"I understand. Since Your Excellency has reservations about this intelligence, then my guard and I will stay within the boundaries of the Xingluo Empire during this period!"
"Of course, we also do not wish to be disturbed by the nobles of the Xingluo Empire!"
It's not urgent these next few days, so I might as well stay in the Xingluo Empire for a while!
However, if possible, he did not want to get entangled with the nobles of the Xingluo Empire!
The man patted his chest, "Rest assured, I will arrange a comfortable residence for you both where no one will disturb you!"
The benefits brought by this intelligence are too great; if we were to inform His Majesty, the auction house might not even get a taste of the soup!
For this reason, he did not plan to reveal this intelligence but intended to conceal it as much as possible!
Xu Sheng nodded slightly, "Hmm... let's do it this way!"
"If there's nothing else, then I shall take my leave!"
Seeing this, the other party suddenly interjected, "Your Excellency, please wait a moment."
Xu Sheng stopped in his tracks, puzzled, "Hmm? Is there something else?"
The man stood up, took out an exclusive guest card from the auction house, and handed it over, "If Your Excellency doesn't mind, you can use this guest card to attend today's auction and pick out three auction items to take with you for free!"
Since the other party was privy to such valuable intelligence, they must know something more!
There are only benefits, no drawbacks, in winning them over!
Xu Sheng didn't put on airs and accepted it right away…
"Then I won't be shy, goodbye!"
With those words, he quickly left…
At that moment, the man's demeanor changed drastically, he shouted loudly, "Guards!"
Instantly, the guards who were waiting outside rushed into the VIP room…
They said in unison, "Sir, what are your orders?"
He grabbed a pen and swiftly wrote down a few words on a piece of parchment, then handed it to the former...
"Go investigate this address and report back to me immediately if there are any developments!"
"Furthermore, let no one become aware of this!"
"Yes, sir!!"
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Watching Xu Sheng emerge, Gui Mei spoke first, "Xu Sheng, has the matter of the Boundless Universe Shield been resolved?"
Xu Sheng gave a positive answer, "Yes, it has been successfully resolved!"
Gui Mei's eyes brightened sharply upon hearing this and he asked eagerly, "Regarding the intelligence you provided to the auction house, may I hear about it?"
He was very interested in this piece of intelligence; after all, it was of equal value to the Boundless Universe Shield!
Xu Sheng smiled and teased, "What? Is Elder Gui also very interested in this intelligence?"
Gui Mei nodded without hesitation, "Yes, the fact that the Xingluo auction house didn't hold you responsible for the loss of the Boundless Universe Shield proves that this intelligence is no trivial matter!"
Xu Sheng shrugged his shoulders and cautioned, "Elder Gui, although I would like to tell you, this intelligence was provided to the Xingluo auction house, so…"
Gui Mei caught his drift and folded his arms, coldly retorting, "So you mean to say you won't tell me. Fine, don't say it then, I wasn't that interested anyway!"
It's not often that he expresses such a sentiment, only to be ruthlessly refused…
It's hard not to feel somewhat uncomfortable inside!
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