บท 98: Chapter 98: The Auction
Emerging from the recovery pod, Feng Mo felt completely revitalized, all injuries fully healed. In the interstellar era, as long as a person's genes were intact, even severe injuries could be treated with a single session in a recovery pod. Genetic damage required specialized treatment at a hospital, but with enough money, almost any ailment could be cured.
After stepping out, Feng Mo headed to the living room, where the three women immediately rushed over, expressing their relief and concern. Once they were all seated, Chu Yunjian spoke formally:
"Feng Mo, the Imperial Council and various major factions, especially the military, have expressed their condolences for what happened. As compensation, they've granted you a one-billion-star-credit budget for the auction. This is for the trouble you went through with the assassination."
Feng Mo looked at her in surprise. "The Chu family must have pulled some serious strings. Without your help, I'd probably only get two or three hundred million credits. I don't think I'm worth this much. Thank you, Yunjian."
"Take the money without worry," Chu Yunjian replied with a smile. "They allowed an assassination on our territory, so it's only right we demand significant compensation. Plus, there's something else I need to tell you."
Seeing her suddenly serious expression, Feng Mo straightened up. "Go ahead, Yunjian."
"It turns out the four assassins were part of a group called the New Human Church. This organization was supposedly wiped out by the Federation ten years ago, but it seems some remnants are still lurking underground in the dark world."
"The Radiant Empire will join forces with the Yunshan Empire to issue a public announcement for a continued crackdown on the New Human Church, and the Chu family will collaborate with other factions to place bounties on them."
Feng Mo nodded. He wasn't overly worried about the New Human Church itself but wondered who was behind the attempt on his life. Now, he'd need to be cautious whenever he went out.
After their conversation, Feng Mo returned to his room to rest. That night, as usual, Kailan slipped into his room, and they spent the night together until she returned to her room in the early hours of the morning.
In the next two days, Feng Mo stayed indoors, enjoying the care and attention of the three women. During this time, Chu Yunjian managed to acquire a batch of memory metal, and Feng Mo took the opportunity to personally take measurements of the three women. Ai Er's figure was the most voluptuous, followed by Kailan, with Chu Yunjian last. All three were of the curvaceous variety, which Feng Mo particularly appreciated.
October 1, 7494 of the Galactic Federation Calendar
The long-anticipated Federation auction finally began. It would last three days, with over a hundred rare treasures up for bid, averaging more than thirty items per day.
Feng Mo and the three women arrived early at a large estate in the southern part of the city. Calling it an estate felt like an understatement—it was more of a city within a city. Feng Mo glanced at the immense grounds, his lips twitching. The estate was at least ten times larger than his base on the Storm Star System. Comparing his base to this estate made his place seem insignificant.
At the entrance, a hundred stern-faced soldiers, dressed in combat uniforms and wielding laser rifles, scanned the crowd with sharp, hawk-like gazes. Under Ai Er's mental perception, she sensed that these soldiers were mostly level-three gene warriors, with their squad leader being a level-four gene warrior.
"Seems like the Radiant Empire has brought out their top assets for this," Feng Mo joked as he walked the red carpet outside the estate, holding Chu Yunjian's hand.
"All because of your assassination attempt," Chu Yunjian replied with a smile. "Security has been upgraded two levels. There are over ten thousand level-three gene warriors guarding the grounds, and a level-five gene warrior in T5 combat armor is stationed in the auction hall itself. No one will dare stir up trouble here."
Following the red carpet, they entered the estate's gates, where they encountered the first security checkpoint. Feng Mo and the women passed through the scan, and they were allowed through into the estate. The auction hall was located in the center of the estate—a vast building covering twenty square kilometers.
Entering the auction venue required a strict two-stage security screening. Only high-profile figures attended, so there were no complaints about the multiple security checks.
Waiting in line, Feng Mo looked around. He could hardly believe that the noblewoman who had taken six handsome men home after the previous reception now stood here in line, poised and refined—a stark contrast that amused him.
Once Feng Mo and his party cleared the security screening and entered the venue, they saw giant holographic screens around them, displaying the hundreds of auction items. Feng Mo scanned them briefly and noted that they matched the catalog Chu Yunjian had sent him.
"Excuse me, may I have your seat number?" a female android inquired politely.
Chu Yunjian presented the Chu family's crest, which the android scanned. After confirming their identity, the android bowed with even greater respect and said, "You are our esteemed VIP guests tonight. Your seating is in Box No. 3 on the second floor. Please follow me."
With the android leading the way, they walked through the massive venue for about five minutes until they reached a teleportation platform. Utilizing photon manipulation technology, the platform functioned similarly to an elevator.
They stepped onto the platform, and after a moment of weightlessness, they found themselves on the second floor. The android guided them to a private box labeled "VIP No. 3."
After scanning their credentials again to the box's smart system, the door opened, revealing the box's luxurious interior. Feng Mo felt like he had stepped into a palace. The room was opulent beyond belief, and the android quietly exited after bowing to them.
In the center of the box was a massive holographic screen, providing a clear view of the entire first floor. The display could zoom in and out on specific areas, while eight plush lounge chairs, lined with fur and velvet, surrounded it.
Feng Mo and the three women sank into the chairs, which were so comfortable that it felt like they could sink into them entirely. Glancing down at the regular seats on the first floor, Feng Mo appreciated the privilege and luxury of their position.
Ai Er picked up a delicate pastry from the table and brought it to Feng Mo's right side, while Kailan did the same with a piece of fruit on his left. With both of them catering to him, Feng Mo could choose either snack at his leisure. Chu Yunjian could only roll her eyes, watching their doting behavior.
Just as Feng Mo was beginning to enjoy his refreshments, a crisp chime filled the air, and the bustling hall fell silent. On a platform in the center of the first floor, a woman in a white gown appeared.
The auctioneer was stunning, with an air of elegance, wisdom, and gentleness. She exuded an aura that captivated every man in the room, a blend of sophistication and allure.
This was the kind of woman who ignited the desire for conquest in every man's heart.
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