The Interstellar Queen of Scavengers

Chapter 912: Chapter 912: Artworks

A low-level soul artifact, even if the compatibility is high, has a very limited effect for Wei Xiaoxiong at present. So, without much thought, he gave the low-level soul artifact sent as a compensation by Augustine Nolan to his classmate Wu Jingyue. Wu Jingyue was naturally happy, as any feelings of displeasure from being bossed around by Wei Xiaoxiong disappeared instantly.

Wu Jingyue didn’t put on any airs; he simply stored away the soul artifact. As for the 6 million, he returned it to Wei Xiaoxiong.

Upon seeing this, Wei Xiaoxiong persuaded him a little before pocketing the money, silently noting: Knowing when to advance and retreat, understanding etiquette... Wu Jingyue truly is an ideal subordinate.

After one round of the auction ended, two sales clerks from the Qingyou Shop went backstage, seemingly discussing something. During the wait, Wu Jingyue thought for a moment and asked, ”Xiaoxiong, what do you think the Augustine family is doing by going to such great lengths to buy back the soul device from the Green Glaze Master?”

This is indeed a question that piques curiosity. Wei Xiaoxiong considered the reasons and with a thought said, ”I haven’t heard of any younger members in the Augustine family urgently needing a soul device upgrade. However, I have heard that this branch family member from the Augustine family is quite talented in soul artifact manufacturing. I guess he plans to buy it back to dismantle and research it.”

Wu Jingyue was startled: ”Talent in soul artifact manufacturing?”

Wei Xiaoxiong said, ”So they say.”

Wu Jingyue said, ”To have talent in soul artifact manufacturing? That’s quite remarkable. If the Augustine family produces such a talent, it would disrupt the balance of the main powers within the Alliance.”

Speaking, Wu Jingyue murmured, ”No wonder the direct line of the Augustine family has been using resources to cultivate this kid, so that’s why.”

Wei Xiaoxiong slightly lowered his gaze, saying, ”It’s just talent, it remains uncertain whether they’ll be successful.” Then, he raised his eyes and glanced towards the display platform, continuing, ”It’s unfortunate that the Mid-level Soul Device was taken by unknown individuals. Otherwise, the research value of the Mid-level Soul Device is far more important than the disposable low-level soul artifact.”

Luckily... It was taken by unknown individuals.

Yet—

Who is this person?

Wei Xiaoxiong furrowed his brows, pondering before instructing the person next to him, ”Investigate who just purchased the Mid-level Soul Device. 10 billion in cash isn’t something a regular family can casually produce. There must be traces of evidence.”

The nearby subordinate said, ”Understood.”

Wei Xiaoxiong thought it over, saying, ”For safety’s sake, release information in the black market offering a high price to purchase the Mid-level Soul Device from the Green Glaze Master and see if the other party is willing to reveal themselves. If they do, trace their movements to determine their true identity.”

The subordinate was stunned and asked, ”If the other party is willing to sell to us at a high price, should we really buy it?”

Considering the soul device was auctioned for 10 billion, unless the price exceeds 10 billion, why would the other party be willing to sell to us?

So, how high is this high price?

Wei Xiaoxiong said, ”Buy.”

Seeing the subordinate’s expression, Wei Xiaoxiong frowned and said, ”11 billion, 12 billion, ... 15 billion... Set the price according to the situation.”

The subordinate instantly understood.

Then.

The subordinate went to carry out the task.

...

Inside the shop.

Ji You and Cheng Yu discussed, and then the two returned to the display platform, Cheng Yu looking at the crowd, cleared his throat and said, ”Today’s soul artifact auction is completed. Did many people feel regret at not winning any bids? Feel the prices were too high to afford? Now... We have new products to show everyone, are you excited?”

”More?”

”There’s more?”

”What is it?”

”Is it another soul artifact?”

All at once, the audience said, ”Stop the nonsense, get on with the new items!”

Cheng Yu smiled slightly and continued, ”Don’t rush, did everyone think the Dream Catcher from earlier was beautiful? Do you want it?”

The audience: ”???”

Cheng Yu raised his hand, snapping his fingers, and Ji You immediately lifted the veil covering the display platform, revealing a series of beautiful, exquisite Dream Catchers before the audience.

The audience: ”!!!”

The audience’s mouths gaped wide: ”Whoa!!!”

”No way?”

”Are my eyes deceiving me?”

”Are they... all soul artifacts?”

”So many!!!”

The audience clutched their chests, scarcely daring to believe their eyes, turning to gape at those around them with jaws agape.

Hearing the crowd, Ji You and Cheng Yu maintained a calm demeanor, with Cheng Yu doing well; being a popular streamer, he’s already experienced various large events, so this little scene doesn’t faze him at all...

As for Ji You?

Ji You kept a straight face, with no visible signs of challenge.

Then.

Amidst the astonishment, delight, and shock of everyone, Cheng Yu said nonchalantly and without skipping a beat, ”These are all handmade by Master Green Glaze—”

The audience subconsciously pricked up their ears.

Cheng Yu smiled, ”Art pieces.”

The audience: ”...”

The audience nearly didn’t dare believe their ears, exclaiming in unison, ”What?”

”Art pieces?”

”What on earth are art pieces?”

”If I’m not mistaken, art pieces = merely decorative, utterly useless?”

”Upstairs, you are not mistaken.”

”Yes, art pieces are only decorative and have no practical use.”

...

As Cheng Yu’s words fell, an awkward atmosphere engulfed the venue, and the initially expectant audience suddenly deflated like a pricked balloon, losing their excitement.

”Ahem... ahem...”

”Such beautiful, lovely, enchanting Dream Catchers, the symbolism behind them is so wonderful. With one, you possess countless beautiful dreams. Come... let’s appreciate their beauty together.”

Cheng Yu’s passionate speech did not resonate with the listeners.

”Ahhh!!!”

”Why isn’t it a soul artifact?”

”How great would it be if it were a soul artifact!”

”Why can’t it be a soul artifact? It looks just like one, there’s no difference.”

”This is supposed to be a soul artifact.”

On the display platform were 6 Dream Catchers, each exceedingly exquisite, such that they drew one’s gaze and wouldn’t let go. But...

Unfortunately...

They were merely ordinary decorations.

Watching as one audience member after another felt utterly disappointed, Cheng Yu said, ”Although they are art pieces, they are handmade by Master Green Glaze and are absolutely worth collecting. Now, they’re priced at 5000 credit points. For those interested, snap them up while they last. It’s first come, first served, while supplies last.”

Silence.

An utter silence.

The 6 Dream Catchers hung quietly without any movement, with no one buying.

”...” Cheng Yu finished his lines and turned to Ji You, signaling for Ji You to say something to ease the atmosphere.

Ji You suddenly picked up a knife, placed it on the display stand, and said seriously, ”These are excellent Dream Catchers, buy them.”

Cheng Yu: ”...”

Alright!

Don’t expect this person to help with sales.