Chapter 225: Needle of Salvation

As Claire's melodious voice rang out from the auction stage, the event officially began. "Thank you all for joining us tonight! I now declare the auction open!" As soon as she finished speaking, the hall erupted in applause. People had waited a long time for this night. Claire smiled and gestured for silence; the room fell quiet at once. Her clear, musical voice carried. "Let's begin with the very first lot of tonight's auction: the Needle of Salvation!" With her announcement, the lights dimmed...