Xingluo Empire
Auction House!
When Xu Sheng and Gui Mei arrived at the door, their conspicuous appearance caused the guards in charge of watch to stop them…
However, the lead guard asked in a relatively amicable tone, "You two seem unfamiliar, are you not from the Xingluo Empire?"
Though unsure of their identity, their demeanor surely marked them as no ordinary folk!
Cautious treatment was needed to avoid trouble for oneself!
Xu Sheng nodded slightly, not denying the guard's words, "Indeed, we are not people from the Xingluo Empire."
Gui Mei remained silent, just keeping to her silence…
Only then did the former breathe a sigh of relief, and asked again, "May I ask if the two of you have come to participate in the auction?"
Xu Sheng glanced at him and replied, "No, we are not here to take part in the auction, but have matters to negotiate with your auction house, please send word!"
Hearing this, the guards also showed some hesitation…
Still, a decision was made promptly, "May I have the honor of knowing your names?"
Xu Sheng answered truthfully, "Xu Sheng. Relay this name, and surely the owner of the auction house will understand everything!"
The chief guard took a deep breath, "Understood, please wait here for a moment, I will go and report this now!"
Indeed, their identities must be far from simple!
But the name Xu Sheng was completely unfamiliar to them, even obscure!
However, this was not for him to worry about; his priority was to report the matter!
After speaking, he turned and left…
The remaining guards then grasped their weapons, blocking the way as if no one was to enter the auction house without permission!
As for the nobles behind them who wanted to enter the auction house, they too stopped in their tracks, looking on with curiosity…
"What happened up front? Why has the auction house suddenly blocked the entrance?"
"Not sure, it must have something to do with those two people ahead. By their looks, they seem to have formidable backgrounds!"
"Shh, keep your voices down, we're just here for the auction. Why bother with so much? Just wait patiently!"
"Yeah… To warrant such cautious treatment from the auction house, they must be no ordinary people, which has nothing to do with us!"
They were nobles after all, with a basic aptitude for observing words and colors!
Naturally, they wouldn't take the initiative to provoke people of unclear status!
Before long, the guard responsible for relaying the message came out, addressing them with an entirely different attitude, "Apologies to the two distinguished guests for the wait!"
"Now, please follow me inside; the master has been waiting for quite a while!"
The identities of these two were indeed no simple matter, to have such an impact on that significant person…
Xu Sheng's expression unchanged, said, "No matter, lead the way, please!"
It seemed that the people from the auction house would not have expected him to return so soon!
The former cast a glance to the guards behind, who immediately stepped aside…
Bowing, they said, "Please."
Xu Sheng and his companion nodded in acknowledgment and stepped into the auction house…
This display caused the nobles to smack their lips, confirming their previous thoughts…
"Hiss… These two really aren't of simple status, allowing the auction house to regard them with such importance. Not offending them just now was certainly the right decision!"
"Indeed, to be personally received by that person from the auction house, they must be influential figures, at the very least!"
"Who knows which power they're from; it would be great if we could befriend them!"
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Just like that, under the lead of a guard, Xu Sheng and his companion arrived in the VIP room...
The man sitting in the leather chair had noticed them and recognized Xu Sheng almost immediately...
He stood up at once, smiling as he said, "You two, it's been a while. I trust you've been well?"
Upon hearing this, Xu Sheng took a seat in front of the other party and chuckled lightly, "It hasn't been that long, has it? Barely half a month has passed!"
Gui Mei, not intending to engage in conversation, silently took a seat to the side, staying vigilant of their surroundings...
As for the incident with the Boundless Universe Shield going missing, the auction house was unlikely to let it go easily!
The man laughed awkwardly, "Ahahaha, the guest does make a joke. Half a month is indeed quite a long time."
After a pause, he asked with considerable curiosity, "But wasn't your Highness, accompanied by your guard, headed to Sea God's Island? Could it be that the plans changed midway?"
He didn't believe Xu Sheng and his companion could return safely after having entered Sea God's Island!
The only possibility was that they had changed their plans midway!
Xu Sheng looked directly at the other man and casually responded, "You seem to be under a misconception; Elder Gui and I have already returned from Sea God's Island!"
However, those words did not convince the other party completely...
"The guest really is fond of jesting. Who doesn't know that the journey to Sea God's Island is fraught with mortal peril, and even if one could return safely, it wouldn't be possible in such a short span of time!"
Without waiting for the other to finish, Xu Sheng interjected, "Do I look like I am joking?"
"Right, this should serve as proof!"
Having said that, he passed over some jewelry and food unique to Sea God's Island...
The man examined them carefully, suddenly exclaiming, "This... What is this?"
Xu Sheng continued to explain, "These items are brought down from Sea God's Island. With your insight, you should be able to discern their authenticity."
The man's expression immediately became complex, "This... indeed comes from Sea God's Island!"
"So it seems that you both did visit Sea God's Island and have returned unharmed!"
Although somewhat disbelieving, these items couldn't be faked. Even if someone aspired to transport them from Sea God's Island, it would still depend on luck!
After taking a deep breath, he spoke calmly, "Then may I inquire what has brought Your Highness here this time...?"
Xu Sheng pursed his lips, "This visit, actually, concerns the Boundless Universe Shield."
The man instantly had an epiphany, "The Boundless Universe Shield? I see now. Since it has been taken from Sea God's Island, the item must have lost its significant use."
Besides serving as a decoration, it likely had no other great purpose!
However, Xu Sheng's next sentence made the man's expression freeze instantly...
"To be honest, this item was inadvertently lost on the way to Sea God's Island!"
He didn't tell the whole truth; mentioning it might bring trouble, regardless of whether the other party believed him or not!
The man swallowed hard, forcing himself to stay calm, "You... You're saying that the Boundless Universe Shield was lost on the way to Sea God's Island??"
Such a valuable item, actually lost!
If the nobility of the Xingluo Empire were to know of this, they might not let it go so easily!
Unless, Xu Sheng could present something of equal worth!!
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