The auction room, filled with masked guests, buzzed with the murmur of whispered conversations. A man in a sharp tuxedo took the stage, microphone in hand, and greeted the crowd with a warm smile.
"Good evening, ladies and gentlemen. I hope you are all enjoying this magnificent night. As part of our tradition, I'd like to ask everyone to please remove their masks."
The sound of masks being removed filled the room, revealing the faces of some of the most influential and dangerous figures in the underworld.
The man continued, "We are gathered here tonight for a truly extraordinary item. An artifact of immense historical significance and unparalleled value. The Golden Skull of Aleksandr Olezka is a relic that has been a part of the Olezka legacy for generations."
