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With a heart full of apprehension yet brimming with anticipation, Ling Xue embarked on her journey to the bustling city of Shencheng. This city was like a vibrant beast, constantly exuding an aura of opportunity and challenge.
Her purpose for coming was clear: to gather detailed information about the auction of the Ping An Princess Mask. She navigated through every corner of Shencheng, her busy figure visible in the streets and alleys.
She tirelessly inquired with anyone who might have knowledge, trying to extract any clues about the upcoming auction from their lips. After relentless efforts and much running around, Ling Xue finally obtained some valuable news. It turned out that this highly anticipated auction was not a large public event but rather a private, small-scale auction.
This revelation both surprised and excited her, as she knew that private auctions often meant rarer and more mysterious items, but also implied a higher barrier to entry. Regardless, she had taken the first step in her quest for the Ping An Princess Mask; the challenges ahead would only grow tougher, and she was ready to face them all.
Gradually, she learned that the starting bid for this upcoming auction was an astonishing one hundred thousand. This news stirred a wave of concern within Ling Xue as she began to doubt whether she truly had enough funds to participate in the bidding.
To ensure her participation, she had already converted all her Skill Points into cash, raising a total of ten thousand. However, she remained uncertain if this amount would suffice to cover the starting bid and any subsequent fees that might arise.
Moreover, this private auction had a strict requirement: participants had to provide proof of assets to ensure that everyone had sufficient financial capability to bid. This demand added immense pressure on Ling Xue, as she knew that just for the entry deposit, she would need to pay as much as two hundred thousand.
This figure was no small sum for her, and she began to worry whether she could successfully cross this threshold and enter the fiercely competitive auction.
Ling Xue arrived at the auction venue in Shencheng with a mix of nervousness and excitement. The place was filled with numerous dignitaries and socialites, creating an atmosphere that was both solemn and mysterious. People were dressed in splendid evening gowns and adorned with dazzling jewelry, gathering in groups to converse while occasionally emitting low yet elegant laughter.
"Look over there; who is that noble lady? Have you seen her?" a gentleman in a black tailcoat quietly asked his companion.
"Oh? I don't think so; I haven't heard of any beautiful women involved in antiques recently," his companion replied, curiosity glimmering in his eyes.
Ling Xue stood out among the crowd in her youthful attire. She wore a light-colored shirt paired with a deep blue pleated skirt—simple yet refreshing. Her long hair cascaded down her shoulders like a waterfall, with slightly curled ends adding a touch of playfulness and liveliness to her overall appearance.
"This young girl looks quite young; how could she possibly attend such a high-level auction?" a lady in a red evening gown remarked to her friend.
"Who knows? Maybe she's an assistant to some big collector or here to gain experience," her friend speculated.
Ling Xue's unadorned face radiated natural beauty, with determined light sparkling in her clear eyes. It seemed as though she hadn’t heard the discussions around her; she simply stood quietly by, scanning every piece of art displayed at the venue.
In such an opulent and artistic setting, Ling Xue appeared remarkably calm and resolute. Her youthful vitality contrasted sharply with the solemn mystery of the auction, sparking even more curiosity and anticipation among those around her.
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