After unveiling, everyone saw a woman's bracelet exuding an ancient vibe. The host introduced. "This beautiful bracelet is a masterpiece from the ancient era, properly from a queen-like existence, dating around 2000 years ago. We don't know its detailed historical background but the test conducted by experts proves our statent."
The people whose attention heightened after knowing the tiline lost their interest when the host ntioned they had no idea about the bracelets.
The host also swallowed with difficulty. He knew this one wouldn't sell well; the design outlook was too simple and who knew how fragile the material was after all those years.
People would never want to be fooled. Unlike the famous pearl, whose reputation ranked very high, this antique bracelet had no distinct attraction other than its age.
"Why don't you donate one to the museum?" One person from the crowd said. The rest couldn't help but nod. The host explained the situation and the unwillingness of the Shen family.
Since the bracelet belonged to them, it was their decision on what to do next. Being morally kidnapped to donate for the public was a nuisance. Fortunately, everyone was a wealthy individual and didn't press the issue further.
If moral kidnapping was the correct path, every rich individual would no longer persevere to climb up, because everything they earned must be shared, and who in the right mind would be willing?
It was as if a lazy being could gain benefits without doing much. Who in the right mind would continue struggling while others enjoy your hard work?
"The price will begin at 1 million. 100,000 plus every bid. Please start." The host announced. His eyes lacked of luster since he knew the price would never go up well.
As expected in contrast to the fierce fight for the pearl, the atmosphere seed dull until so called out a number.
In contrast, the won around Ling Qingyu noticed her eagerness to own the bracelet though she thought she hid well. After all, they had stayed together for a couple of days and understood each other deeply.
Yang Qingyue, despite not living together, could sense Ling Qingyu's mood from her detective's eyes. Nudging Ling Qingyu's soft waist with her elbow, she drew her attention.
"What's the matter again now?" Ling Qingyu asked but her eyes were still drawn to the bracelet.
"You like the bracelet?" Yang Qingyue asked.
"En…it must be mine. I can't explain my feelings." Ling Qingyu humd back and explained. In fact, her mind was communicating with Miss System.
'Miss System, what's the matter with the auctioned bracelet? Why do I feel keen to take it to myself?' Ling Qingyu asked inwardly.
[Really? I'll also take a look…Huh?!]
Miss System's doubtful voice raised questions. Ling Qingyu's heart raced as she thought of the previous inexplicable premonition. Was there sothing she was destined to be?
[I don't know whether to praise your physique or your luck.]
She heard sourness in Miss System's speech. Ling Qingyu wondered if everything was her illusion.
'What's wrong with the bracelet? Why do I feel strange whenever my eyes land on it?'
[It's definitely a precious relic from ancient tis. The reason why you sense inexplicableness is the large rits contained inside the bracelet's space.]
Miss System's explanation shed so light but Ling Qingyu realized sothing amiss. 'You an there's a storage space? How large is it?'
[Not sure till you grasp it with your hand. Anyway it's hidden too deep.]
'Who's the previous owner?' Ling Qingyu was curious. The wearer was definitely a woman and a strong one too.
[A female immortal who did so many good deeds. Unfortunately, good karma couldn't help her breakthrough tribulation. She got injured and lost her cultivation, banished to the mortal world, and died after spending her lifespan.]
Huge tides rushed through Ling Qingyu's brain. Excitent. Eagerness. Immortality. Well, the host wasn't wrong in describing the owner, who definitely matched the queen-like figure. No, to be frank, an empress.
'Wait, sothing's not right. Didn't you say only technological objects will exist in this world? How co sothing from the cultivation world stayed here?' Ling Qingyu asked with a pair of suspicious eyes.
Her gaze was too intense, even Miss System felt embarrassed.
[Ahem—sotis, people overlook—]
'Please, didn't I just ask you to scan if there are similar items and what did you say? Nothing, none. And now this one slaps your face, Miss System.' Ling Qingyu folded her arms. 'Don't tell when I requested, you reply perfunctorily. Now, this bracelet is a superb relic belonging to !'
While Ling Qingyu conversed inside, she didn't forget to bid when the price stagnated at 13 million and obtained the bracelet. Feeling happy, she decided to forget Miss System's carelessness.
[Stop trying to bla . Without my presence, you won't even know what its function is in the first place…hmph.]
Ling Qingyu's eyelids twitched. Although the truth was hurtful, Miss System really didn't care about her fragile mood.
'Alright, I'm just too anxious. I never bla my benefactor.' Ling Qingyu instantly comforted.
[I'm too lazy to care about you. But I must thank you for providing such large rits and energy.] Miss System's reply brought joy to Ling Qingyu.
'No problem. We got each other's back.' Ling Qingyu replied.
[Since this bracelet shouldn't possess the perks from cultivation world, I'll destroy them after absorbing what I need.]
Ling Qingyu's spine chilled and imdiately objected. 'No way, why would you do that? At least, save the storage space for to use.'
[These shouldn't exist in this world from the beginning. The alien item isn't a good sign for this world.]
'Please, Miss System, hold your thoughts. Rember, I buy the bracelet with my money.' Ling Qingyu exclaid inside her head.
[And who gives you the money as a gift? Do you have a temporary amnesia?]
Ling Qingyu's corner of the mouth twitched, hearing the System's mockery. She almost choked, speechless. F**k, when the real truth ca, it hurt.
Alas, Ling Qingyu had to resort to cuteness, whining coquettishly. 'Miss System! Please give so benefits. I don't need aura or anything but the spacial ability can co into hand one day. I promise I won't abuse.'
[Tsk…I don't why you're always lucky to find treasure. But I must remind you again, today's era resembles a desolate era, where there's a lack of aura. Immortal cultivation is impossible except for body-strengthening skills, like ancient martial arts. Even then you can only improve physique strengthening, as for the rest including internal energy, everything is a dream.]
'Miss System is always pessimistic. Don't think too much.' Ling Qingyu pursed her lips. 'This bracelet already shows I'm destined to et immortal fate.'
[…] Miss System went quiet for a while and agreed with Ling Qingyu, who didn't yet know surprises were laid down before her.
'Speaking of, what's your decision then? Are you going to destroy after absorbing the rits?' Ling Qingyu asked.
[Yes. Things that shouldn't exist, should be destroyed.]
'Then, never mind, I won't touch that bracelet any longer.'
[You…what do you an?]
'Based on my knowledge of existence like yours, you need a dium like us to absorb. So, if I didn't touch the bracelet, don't even think about it.' Ling Qingyu's expression was smug.
Studying Ling Qingyu's altering expressions, Yang Qingyue and the won around were worried. Their previous request shouldn't stimulate Ling Qingyu too much, right? Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue exchanged glances and relieved the others' tension.
They understood so kind of communication was taking place and the topic must revolve around the bracelet Ling Qingyu bought. What secrets did it hold? Tang Ziyi and Xiao Yue beca restless eager to hear Ling Qingyu's explanation.
[You're really despicable.]
'Thank you.' Ling Qingyu was glad she guessed right, based on conjectures in many novels.
[Huh…fine, I won't destroy the storage space for you; as for other energies, I'm sorry.] In fact, Miss System could absorb what she desired without going through Ling Qingyu but the cost outweighed the gain.
Miss System had no idea how Ling Qingyu predicted so universal laws pertinent to her existence. In any case, it didn't matter whether Ling Qingyu abused the storage space bracelet, this world should bear the consequences, not hers.
Of course, Ling Qingyu utilized the maximum push and pull thod to coax Miss System. As a businesswoman, she sought for maximum gain.
From Miss System's tone, Ling Qingyu realized she could negotiate more and rembered her sign-in reward, which was nullified for half a year because of her mother. Well, she didn't have any regret but her heart ached whenever she recalled of losing her monthly golden finger.
'How about changing my 6-month delay to 1 month for the sign-in gift?'
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'One month or else don't even think about the bracelet; I'll put it further away and don't even try to touch it.' Ling Qingyu retorted. 'You can only look but cannot eat.'
Although she had no idea how much rit was contained in the bracelet, the amount should be substantial based on Miss System's urgency.
An existence which could easily create an underground realm, was eager for the energy inside the bracelet. Even an idiot could estimate roughly and exploit Miss System.
As her benefactor, Ling Qingyu never thought of cheating Miss System. She would be repaying gratitude with swords. She wasn't a vile character. But principle firmly stated, that she must attain what she deserved, taking advantage of the world will's restriction against Miss System.
[You're really necrotic. With all the aids I deliver, how could you? Woowoo!] Miss System cried bitterly.
Hearing a grievance from a little girl, Ling Qingyu felt guilty, wondering if she overstepped and signed. 'Alright, 2 months then, no more. Please don't forget the storage space.'
[Deal!] Miss System laughed jubilantly.
Ling Qingyu's face darkened. She was being outwitted completely. But she wasn't angry—each going tit-for-a-tat of acting skills. Not to ntion, her benefits weren't small.
A re storage space had elated her mood to nine heavens. Nonetheless, despite being played around, Ling Qingyu was happy for Miss System
'Can I use other treasure to lift away the remaining months?'
[Don't even think about it. Focus more on how to gain rits through your actions.]
It appeared, Ling Qingyu couldn't retrieve more loopholes from Miss System. Bargaining for the sign-in reward continuation 2 months later seed not bad.
'Now that we t one which helps you, can you find others?'
[Hmm, let carefully—Huh, your luck is not bad. Although this one isn't any use for , or even you, I'm sure, you'll be delighted to own it.]
'Which one?' Ling Qingyu's eyes shone with excitent.
[Number 19, the one before the last one go on stage.]
'Oh, I have to wait for a while. Tonight's journey isn't bad at all,' Ling Qingyu said. 'I'm curious why this world has sothing it shouldn't?'
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