160: Chen's Auction House

Chen Yu closed the door without hesitation, then her entire body went limp like a deflated ball, her legs softening as she leaned powerlessly against the door.

"Oh my god, lust really is a blade over one's head! And Her Majesty... she's practically hundreds of razor-sharp Tang sabers!"

Chen Yu muttered to herself with lingering fear, "And every single one of those blades could take this 'cat's' little life!"

Meanwhile, standing outside the door, Shang Wan Ning looked at the tightly closed bedroom door, a hint of embarrassment showing on her face.

She helplessly reached out to rub her nose, muttering as if to herself, "You can't blame me for this. Who told a fluff-lover player to lose all control over their mouse the moment they encounter a sexy 'little cat demon'!"

...Earth God Temple, Yin Street, Chen Family Auction House

A week later, Chen Yu affectionately linked arms with Niu Mengmeng and led her into a VIP private room.

As the esteemed President of the auction house, Chen Yu naturally didn't need to do everything herself. She didn't even need to personally host 'ordinary' auctions, so she accompanied her good sister in the private room, waiting for the auction to begin.

"How is it? Sister, isn't Sister Yu's auction house doing pretty well?" Chen Yu gave a sweet smile.

"Lord Prefectural City God, you truly live up to your reputation." Niu Mengmeng gave a thumbs up.

"Of course." Chen Yu held her head high and puffed out her chest like a proud peacock.

[Tsk! It's only because you're swiping Her Majesty's card.]

Just then, a waiter entered the room carrying a tray with some fruits and drinks.

Chen Yu casually picked up a bunch of Bauhinia Roses, handed them to Niu Mengmeng, and said with a smile, "Try these. I specifically had people prepare them in the VIP room. They're very sweet."

Niu Mengmeng took the Bauhinia Roses and chewed them carefully; indeed, the flavor was sweet and juicy, like a clear spring flowing in her mouth.

She nodded with satisfaction and said, "Mmm, it really is delicious. But I say, Sister Yu, why did you start this auction house anyway? It can't just be for fun, right?"

Chen Yu gave a mysterious smile and leaned close to Niu Mengmeng's ear, whispering, "Of course it's more than that. I have an even grander blueprint. I want to become the greatest merchant in the Netherworld!"

Niu Mengmeng looked at Chen Yu in surprise and asked, "Oh? Then how specifically do you plan to do that?"

Chen Yu chuckled, a flash of cunning in her eyes.

"That will depend on this seat's business wisdom and Yin Street connections. I'm going to scout all sorts of weird and wonderful items, hold even grander auctions, and attract more guests."

"One day, I will make this 'Chen Family Auction House' famous throughout the entire Netherworld!"

Niu Mengmeng clapped her hands, "As expected of Lord Prefectural City God, what a great ambition!"

[Right! It was Her Majesty's idea to help you make amends. With the way you handled that Iron-Haired Dog, Big Dog wants to take a few bites out of you whenever he sees you now.]

[Furthermore, this is the only auction house in the Netherworld, and it's signed in Her Majesty's name. Who would dare open a second one? Wouldn't that be making a name for yourself in the Underworld!!!]

Niu Mengmeng was filled with envy and jealousy, constantly muttering to herself, "Hmph, why does that lewd loli get over a billion in investment?"

"Sob sob, Your Majesty, look at Mengmeng! Mengmeng also wants that much money to develop her own career!" Thus, while she was frantically complaining in her heart, she stared forward expectantly... Before long, the originally boisterous auction venue suddenly fell silent.

Everyone's gaze turned toward the same direction, where Miss Star appeared in the sight of the cultivators—the layout of the entire auction hall was no different from a luxurious idol stage.

At this moment, Star stood alone, graceful and upright, on the red-carpeted platform at the very front, appearing exceptionally eye-catching.

Today, Star was still incomparably beautiful.

'He' took a deep breath; the body tightly wrapped in a brocade robe was curvaceous, rounded, and perky. It emitted an irresistible, charming allure that made even male cultivators' hearts race.

Especially when 'he' slightly tilted his pretty face, he was like a blooming black rose, delicate and dripping with charm.

"Distinguished guests, good evening! Welcome to the first Non-Member Auction carefully prepared and held by our Chen Family Auction House."

"It is a great honor for our Chen Family Auction House to have your presence. Furthermore, we have specially invited the much-anticipated little brother You Pan and Miss Dao Ke from the Succubus Clan to host this auction."

Just then, someone in the crowd suddenly blurted out, "Oh my, things are getting lively now! It's a cross-dressing big shot meeting the ancestor of the Succubus Clan!" As soon as these words were spoken, they immediately drew a burst of laughter from the surroundings.

[Amen, this fellow Dao Ke can actually switch genders freely, appearing like a handsome man one moment and a soft, charming woman the next!]

[Good heavens, even a straight-as-steel man like me feels like I'm about to be turned gay by him/her.]

Hardly had the words been spoken when a wave of exclamations echoed through the entire auction hall.

One must know that these two figures were no ordinary people! They were both famous figures in their respective 'LSP' fields.

Therefore, their appearance instantly caused a small commotion throughout the auction hall.

"*Huff huff*, little brother You Pan is just too charming!" a female cultivator's fangirl voice rang out clearly.

"*Slurp slurp*, Miss Dao Ke is simply as beautiful as a celestial fairy!" another male cultivator immediately echoed.

At this time, Star glanced at You Pan and Dao Ke with a teasing expression.

[Hehehe... I didn't expect there to be so many lecherous people among cultivators as well!]

Immediately after, he raised his voice and said loudly, "I won't waste any more words; I'm sure everyone is already impatient. Today's auction will be hosted by little brother You Pan and Miss Dao Ke, who will introduce each item to be auctioned in detail to our distinguished guests."

"If any of these auction items successfully catch the interest of the guests present, please feel free to place your bids."

"We will use the base value of each item as the starting price, and the treasure will belong to whoever places the highest bid in the end. Our auction will record every bid one by one to ensure the entire bidding process is fair, just, and transparent."

"So please hold onto your number cards. After the auction ends, you can naturally use your card to claim the items you won. Finally, I wish everyone good luck."