82: The auction begins, the grand finale.

Facing Wang Hao's enthusiasm, Han Fei seemed a bit shy.

He smiled slightly, replying with a simple "Hello."

"Come, come, please come in. I've already prepared a private room."

As Wang Hao spoke, his hands naturally rested on Han Fei and Second Lieutenant Yang Guodong's shoulders, with just the right amount of force, appearing both intimate and polite.

Then, he led the two through a splendid corridor into an exquisitely decorated private room.

Inside the room, the lighting was subtly adjusted to its softest state, neither dazzling nor dim, perfectly creating an elegant and comfortable atmosphere.

A faint, elegant fragrance, like a light veil, lingered in the air. It was a magical aroma blended from precious spices and unique magic.

It could purify the mind and relieve fatigue, making people relax involuntarily the moment they sat down.

After the waiter respectfully presented various exquisite pastries, Wang Hao and Second Lieutenant Yang Guodong began to chat animatedly after their long separation.

They talked about everything, from old anecdotes to recent strange occurrences.

Han Fei was initially a bit reserved, but under the influence of Wang Hao's witty and humorous remarks, he gradually became infected by the relaxed and pleasant atmosphere, occasionally interjecting his insights, and the relationship between the three grew increasingly harmonious.

"Brother Han, this is your first time attending such an auction. There are many things you might not know, so I need to give you a few points to pay attention to, just in case."

Wang Hao's tone was sincere, his eyes revealing concern for his friend.

Upon hearing this, Han Fei immediately put away his smile, his gaze becoming focused and serious.

"Firstly, and most importantly, never casually inquire about others' identities!" Wang Hao said solemnly.

Han Fei nodded gravely. He actually knew this point; Second Lieutenant Yang Guodong had already told him in the car.

At such high-end auctions, which gather elites from all walks of life, maintaining mystery and respecting others' privacy is an unwritten rule.

Aside from the organizer, guests will never know each other's identities from beginning to end.

The organizer's confidentiality measures were also very well done.

There was more than one elevator leading to the 33rd-floor auction hall.

Each exit was intertwined with multiple paths, ensuring that every distinguished guest would not have the possibility of meeting before entering their exclusive lounge.

Then Wang Hao continued, "The second point is also very important: you must be honest and absolutely must not tamper with the items exchanged!"

"What if someone is audacious enough to tamper with something? Can it be detected?" Han Fei was quite concerned about this point.

He had no intention of harming others, but he also didn't want to be tricked by them.

Wang Hao chuckled upon hearing this, reaching out to point at a spot outside the window.

There, several ancient runes, shimmering with a platinum luster, floated silently in mid-air, like silver butterflies dancing gracefully.

"Do you see those runes? Those are the platinum grade inspection runes specifically used to detect any issues with traded items."

Han Fei's gaze followed, his eyes sparkling with curiosity, "Can these runes detect everything?"

"Anything that isn't from a B-Rank Expert or an effect applied by a jade grade magical item can be detected," Wang Hao frankly stated, his words revealing confidence in these protective measures.

"What if it's a B-Rank Expert or a jade grade magical item's method?" Han Fei continued to ask.

"Then there's nothing that can be done," Wang Hao spread his hands helplessly, a trace of resignation in his smile.

Second Lieutenant Yang Guodong, who was mature and steady, interjected at the right time: "Brother Han, there's no need to worry too much. Both B-Rank Experts and jade grade magical items are rare existences in this world. The probability of you encountering them tampering with traded items is much lower than the probability of you getting a super rare item from a treasure chest."

"That's right, in this area of Tianhe City, there's only The Great Hero, a B-Rank Expert. With his status and position, how could he possibly tamper with things at a small trade fair like ours?" Wang Hao also interjected at the appropriate moment.

Upon hearing this, Han Fei's unease slowly receded.

Leaving aside his current status and position, under normal circumstances, it should be impossible for him to come into contact with the B-Rank Expert level.

Moreover, even if a B-Rank Expert intended to harm him, the Dragon God secretly protecting him would certainly not stand idly by.

How strong is the Dragon God?

How vast are its Divine Abilities?

Few people in this world probably know.

Han Fei's understanding of It came entirely from textbook descriptions.

The Dragon God is the God of the Dragon Kingdom.

It is not only the spiritual symbol of the Dragon Kingdom but also the Soul of the entire nation.

Thousands of years ago, It buried its Dragon bones deep beneath the land of the Dragon Kingdom.

This caused every piece of land within the Dragon Kingdom to carry Its power and will, making the Dragon Kingdom's destiny intimately and inseparably linked with It.

In other words.

It is the Dragon Kingdom.

The Dragon Kingdom is also It.

The Dragon God is not only a supreme S-Rank Expert but also the very land of the Dragon Kingdom itself; the two have long become one.

On every inch of land in the Dragon Kingdom, the Dragon God can manifest Its supreme power as It wishes.

It can easily control all earthquakes and weather within the country.

Whether it's triggering a world-destroying magnitude ten earthquake or instantly bathing a drought-stricken area in torrential rain, it's all within Its single thought.

Not only that, It also has the power to change topography.

With a casual wave of Its hand, It can turn towering mountains into flat plains.

With a gentle sneeze, It can blast majestic mountains into lake abysses.

The Laws of nature, in front of It, seem to be merely lumps of clay that can be shaped at will.

Such immense power causes all living beings to prostrate themselves.

Revering It as — the Dragon God.

The Dragon Kingdom's deity, transcending all things!

As long as it is within the Dragon Kingdom, Its existence is like an immortal monument, unrivaled and unstoppable!

Its attention to Han Fei meant that Han Fei possessed the protection of a deity!

With the constant protection of an invincible S-Rank Expert of the Dragon Kingdom, unless those few S-Rank Experts in the world personally arrived, who else could take Han Fei's life?

And S-Rank Experts, out of fear of the Dragon Kingdom's Immortal Slaying Sword Array, dared not easily set foot on this land protected by the Dragon God.

So Han Fei understood that as long as he carried the possibility of being the "child of prophecy," the Dragon God's protection would not leave him for a single day, allowing him to have freedom and privacy while staying away from the threat of life and death.

Sometimes, Han Fei couldn't help but wonder if the supreme Dragon God had already perceived his possession of the System.

But upon closer reflection, he felt this guess was superfluous.

After all, if the Dragon God truly knew, how could It allow him to be so carefree and unrestricted?

Han Fei knew the potential of his Cheat. If the nation poured all its resources into developing it, his Cheat would absolutely reach a level beyond anyone's imagination.

Han Fei is currently only a 'treasure chest opening expert,' and the effect of the Cheat is already so outrageous.

If the level of the Cheat continues to increase, Han Fei can't even imagine how terrifying it will be!

That would undoubtedly be a power capable of driving any powerful force in the world mad, and even those S-Rank Experts comparable to deities would not be able to stay out of it!

The Dragon God has not mentioned this matter to this day, perhaps hinting that It does not know any of this.

This couldn't help but remind Han Fei of the Great Prophecy Granny's prophecy.

Absolutely do not interfere with the life of the child of prophecy.

Do not probe his privacy.

Do not threaten him or give him a bad impression.

These rules are not only strictly enforced by the Special Guard Team, but even the Dragon God, who Dominates the destiny of the Dragon Kingdom, also abides by them without deviation!

As Han Fei was thinking about these things, the lights around them suddenly dimmed.

Soft, rhythmic music slowly flowed through the air, adding a sense of anticipation and tension to the upcoming auction.

Soon, the auction began amidst an atmosphere of bated breath.

The first item that caught everyone's eye was a dreamy, pure, and flawless pearl.

It lay quietly on an exquisite velvet cushion, its surface seemingly gently caressed by moonlight, emitting circles of soft, silvery-white light.

Clearly, this was an extraordinary silver grade magical item.

A lady in a magnificent cheongsam carefully presented the pearl on a tray, coming to the center of the auction floor.

Instantly, a deep and powerful incantation echoed through the hall; it was an appraisal spell chanted by several high-level mages.

Immediately following, circles of shimmering platinum grade detection runes converged from all directions, swirling and dancing around the pearl, like a wonderfully intricate dance of light and shadow.

As the light of the runes gradually receded, a clear and magnetic male voice resonated through the hall, announcing: "This item has been rigorously appraised and has no issues whatsoever."

Subsequently, a host in a well-tailored tuxedo gracefully stepped into the spotlight at the center of the auction floor.

He smiled and greeted the guests present, his words carrying just the right amount of humor and confidence: "Distinguished guests, let us dispense with the formalities and get straight to the point. First, please allow me to introduce today's first treasure."

"This is a magical item opened from a Level 3 gold grade treasure chest, a beach treasure chest."

"It has a dreamlike name — Mermaid's Teardrop."

The host paused deliberately at this point, his gaze sweeping across the room, then he announced loudly:

"I believe the name Mermaid's Teardrop is not unfamiliar to the ladies present."

"It not only symbolizes legendary beauty and sorrow but also possesses unparalleled miraculous effects for beauty and youth preservation."

"And this precious silver grade Mermaid's Teardrop has the miraculous effect of making one's appearance twenty years younger!"

"This is a reversal of time, a miracle of youth!"

Just as the audience was moved by this astonishing description, the host suddenly changed his tone, his voice carrying a hint of mysterious allure.

"How rare such a high-quality Mermaid's Teardrop is, I believe you all should be clear."

"So, interested guests, you must cherish this opportunity."

After a long string of enticing words, the host finally stated the exchange requirements.

"The provider of the Mermaid's Teardrop requires the following items for exchange..."

The Mermaid's Teardrop, highly coveted among women, was quickly exchanged.

Immediately after, a soft light illuminated the center of the stage, and an even more eye-catching item slowly ascended.

It was a magical plant capable of purifying the air over a large area.

Its leaves swayed gently, as if alive, and in just the brief moment of its appearance, it made the already fresh air around it even more refreshing and pleasant.

However, due to its demanding exchange item, a rare treasure that enhances magical Aptitude, this stringent requirement ultimately led to no one being able to satisfy it.

In the end, the plant exited the stage alone, leaving a trace of regret lingering in the air.

Subsequently, a dazzling array of magical items, each with unique effects, followed one after another.

They were either inlaid with ancient runes or emitted a faint glow, all indicating their extraordinary origins.

The quality of these magical items was all exceptional, with the lowest being bronze grade.

Some even reached silver and gold grades, captivating Han Fei's gaze.

As for platinum grade, none appeared.

Such precious items usually only appear in more high-end and secretive trade venues.

The vast majority of transactions for magical items displayed at the auction followed ancient rules, exchanging goods for goods, with only a very small number allowing money to be involved.

After all, almost everyone who came here was either rich or noble.

For them, money was just a number.

More than money, what they wanted was the magical item they needed.

Han Fei sat on the soft sofa in the VIP lounge, chatting and laughing with Wang Hao and Second Lieutenant Yang Guodong beside him.

Seemingly leisurely, his gaze occasionally swept over the items on display, feeling a slight anxiety in his heart.

Over twenty items had been displayed consecutively, yet none had piqued Han Fei's interest, causing a hint of imperceptible disappointment to appear in his eyes.

Another astonishing magical item came into view, and accompanied by the host's alluring introduction, Han Fei turned to Wang Hao beside him and quietly asked, "How many items are usually displayed?"

"About fifty or sixty."

"Can I put items up for display?" Han Fei asked tentatively.

Wang Hao looked troubled, "I'm afraid not. If you want to display items for trade, you must submit them to the organizer for inspection three days in advance."

"Is that so..."

Han Fei's tone carried a hint of helplessness.

But thinking about it, it made sense.

Although there were platinum grade detection runes in the center of the auction hall, it was reasonable for the organizer to conduct multiple re-inspections before the official auction for safety reasons.

Although Wang Hao had quite a connection with the organizer, his power had not yet reached the point where he could casually shake the rules.

He also had to abide by the rule of inspection three days in advance.

Seeing that Wang Hao really couldn't do anything, Han Fei stopped bringing up the matter, only hoping that something he needed would appear at the auction.

Time passed quietly, and various rare treasures were displayed one after another at the auction, but unfortunately, none were what Han Fei wanted.

His mood gradually dampened, and just as he was considering asking Wang Hao if there were any other promising auctions coming up, the atmosphere in the auction hall suddenly changed.

All the lights in the auction hall seemed to be gently caressed by an invisible hand, and all the light converged onto the host.

He held a microphone, his voice steady and magnetic, announcing: "Distinguished guests, next, I will unveil the grand finale of this auction!"