Chapter 245 - The Legendary Shrek City (2/2)
Wu Zhangkong had never bothered to explain his plans to anyone. He quickly left with Tang Wulin after speaking.
Before following Wu Zhangkong out, Tang Wulin signalled to his friends that there was no problem.
Wu Zhangkong was clearly familiar with Shrek City but, unlike their time in Heaven Dou City, they hailed a taxi instead of walking.
Soul taxis were comfortable, but more expensive than public transport. It was the first time Tang Wulin witnessed Wu Zhangkong opt for such a costly method of transportation.
But he soon realized the reason; Shrek City was just too gigantic.
The taxi was faster than a bus, yet it still took them forty minutes to arrive at their destination.
Wu Zhangkong led him into a pointed building.
A staff member welcomed them once they were inside. “Excuse me, may I ask if you two are partic.i.p.ating in the auction? Could you please take out your invitation letter.”
Wu Zhangkong retrieved something out of his pocket and flashed it. The staff member instantly acted more respectfully. “So it was our Esteemed Guests that have arrived. Please come this way.” The staff member no longer pestered them for an invitation letter and led the two inside.
Tang Wulin finally understood what true luxury was.
Past the door was a hall made of white wood, golden patterns swirling across them like elegant flowers while the floor was lined with a scarlet rug that had golden embroidery running down its length. Crystal lamps lining the walls sparkled on the walls, their s.h.i.+mmering light attracting the eyes of the guests.
An unseen pressure weighed down upon Tang Wulin as he walked down this magnificent hall. He sent Wu Zhangkong furtive glances, but was only met with a calm expression no different than when they were at the academy.
The two were brought to an opulent room and someone delivered drinks. A moment later, a middle-aged woman walked in.
“Honored guests, welcome. I am Ruo Ling, an auctioneer for the Yaluo Auction. May I ask if there is anything I can help you with?” She gave a slight bow to Wu Zhangkong and Tang Wulin.
“Bring me your catalog,” Wu Zhangkong said.
Ruo Ling smiled. She walked over to Wu Zhangkong's side and crouched. With a flash of her golden bracelet, a small soul screen appeared in her hand. After a few taps on the screen, a list of items appeared.
“May I ask what type of items you are looking for?” Her smile never left her lips as she furtively glanced at Wu Zhangkong's stern face from time to time.
Together, Wu Zhangkong and Tang Wulin were a pair of peerless lady-killers! Of course, she was more attracted to the mature Wu Zhangkong and, in consideration of his status, she acted friendlier than normal to him. She valued both looks and status. If she left a good impression on him, then perhaps she could advance their relations.h.i.+p another step.
A pleasant fragrance lingered on Ruo Lin. It wasn't perfume, lest she offend anyone. Her gentle smile lacked any pretense, creating a sense of familiarity.
Unfortunately, neither her complexion, figure, nor smile could thaw Wu Zhangkong's icy heart.
Wu Zhangkong said, “Spirit items.”
“Yes.” Ruo Ling quickly navigated to them.
“Do you have a specific item in mind? I can help you search for it.” Ruo Ling sighed in her heart. He's not even sparing me a glance! Am I not even enough to enter his eyes?
“Thousand-year Azure-veined Vine,” Wu Zhangkong said.
“Please wait a moment.” Ruo Ling swiftly inputted the name and the listings changed.
There were high-grade, mid-grade, and low-grade thousand-year Azure-veined Vines, each with a different price. The starting auction price and estimated sale price were listed beside each one.
“When will it be put on auction?” Wu Zhangkong asked.
Tang Wulin's eyes sparkled. Yes! They have it! As expected of Shrek City!
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