Chapter 108: A Worthless Stone?

The house lights suddenly dimmed. Only the spotlight above the auction stage burned bright, pulling every gaze to the center. A stunning hostess in a red mermaid gown glided onto the stage. Her makeup was flawless, her smile poised. She was Elle Scurr, Soarise Pavilion's in-house auctioneer. Her clear, melodic voice carried through the speakers and across the hall. "Tonight, we've prepared more than a dozen treasures. I'm sure you'll have a great time. Let's get right to it-the first lot, the Crimson...