The second auction will start on time at 3pm.

In previous years, the items at the second auction were never better than those at the first, so in order to maintain the sense of mystery and enhance the fun, the list of items at the second auction was not announced in advance. Therefore, there were many customers who saw good items at the beginning and bid for them, but after spending all their money, they found that there were items they wanted more at the end.

Similar scenes occur every year.

This also reveals an important message - very few truly wealthy people participated in the second auction.

But today was different. The bidders sitting in the circular staircase seats were looking at the suspended boxes high up and whispering to each other, wondering why the big shots in those boxes had not left yet. Could it be that something good had come out of this game?

The nine-tailed fox cub in the first game was already amazing, and there was something good in the second game as well?

For a moment, the crowd was in an uproar.

The host was still the same one as before, radiant and witty, and he heated up the atmosphere with just a few words.

After several rounds of bidding, only the finale was left.

The host's voice was breathless over the loudspeaker, but he was even more excited than before: "This is the last item for auction. I'm sure you've all been looking forward to it for a long time."

"Then I'll cut to the chase. The Silver Falcon's engine and drive start at 100,000 Star Coins."

As soon as the words fell, it was like water poured into an oil pan, sparks flew everywhere.

Someone in the suspended box has already quoted a price: "150,000."

"Two hundred thousand." Someone in another private room immediately added more money.

"Two hundred and fifty thousand."

Those who originally held on to the hope of getting lucky and did not bid for anything, and wanted to put all their star coins into a fight, had no choice but to give up after seeing this.

"It's already 250,000 in the blink of an eye." Xiong Fangfang murmured to himself, feeling like a dream.

When he accompanied Ruan Shiqing to the appraisal office, he only thought that the engine should be able to be sold for a lot of money. How could he have imagined that the current situation would come about?

In almost the blink of an eye, the price soared to 250,000.

Looking sideways at Ruan Shiqing, he saw him holding the cub in his arms, sitting steadily on his seat. There was nothing unusual about him, and no one could tell that he was actually the seller of the "Silver Falcon".

Xiong Fangfang took a deep breath, fearing that she would reveal her identity and bring trouble to Ruan Shiqing, so she followed his example and remained as still as a mountain.

The auction price was still rising, but it was no longer as drastic as it was at the beginning. Many ordinary people who didn't have enough star coins had already withdrawn from the auction, leaving only a few big shots in the private rooms, bidding closely on the price.

"Three hundred and fifty thousand!"

"Three hundred and sixty thousand!"

"Three hundred and seventy thousand!"

"Four hundred and fifty thousand!"

The numbers on the big screen changed in turn, and finally stopped at 450,000 Star Coins.

Ten seconds later——

"Four hundred and fifty thousand, deal!" The host's voice trembled with excitement. Today will be the pinnacle of her career.

Xiong Fangfang also let out a sigh and held on to the armrests of the chair tightly, trying to suppress the urge to jump up and cheer.

Ruan Shiqing also lowered his head and pinched the kid's ear, and said in a low voice that no one else could hear: "We have money."

Rong Heng raised his eyes and perfunctorily patted his hand with his paw.

He had originally spent 3.6 million star coins to buy the Silver Falcon—and that was at a discounted price for the Imperial Crown Prince.

If the engine and drive were sold separately, they would be worth at least one million.

Now it's sold for 450,000, and this idiot is actually happy about it.

whispering sound.

Ruan Shiqing didn't know how much the "Silver Falcon" was originally worth, but he got it for free anyway. 450,000 star coins had far exceeded his expectations, and he was filled with joy, but he couldn't let others see it, so he could only share it with the kid in secret.

It feels like money is falling from the sky. I am so fucking happy.

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The auction ended successfully. The passionate music in the venue was replaced by lyrical songs. Everyone stood up and left one after another with the aftermath of the excitement.

Ruan Shiqing knew very well that money should not be shown to the public, so he blended quietly into the crowd, preparing to leave first and then find a chance to return and get his payment later.

Xiong Fangfang followed beside him, with the same steady steps.

Only Xiong Yuanyuan was puzzled: "Is that it?" Where are the things we brought?

"Don't ask." Giving his brother a look of annoyance, Xiong Fangfang said, "You'll know in a moment."

"Oh." Xiong Yuanyuan closed her mouth dejectedly.

The three were about to follow the crowd out when the music in the venue suddenly stopped. Then several gunshots rang out. A team of soldiers with live ammunition trotted over, blocked the entrance, and pointed their guns at the crowd: "Everyone, sit back down."

With the black muzzle of a gun pointed at them, those who did not have time to leave had to retreat back into the venue.

Then, the group of people who had left earlier returned to the venue one after another.

"Everyone, take off your hoods and masks." The leading officer gave the order again: "Line up for inspection."

"What happened?" Ruan Shiqing put the baby into his coat to protect him and asked the people around him.

"It seems that the auction item is lost." The man cursed and took off his cloak reluctantly.

Lost your item?

Ruan Shiqing's mind moved. Any item that could cause such a big auction must be worth a lot of money.

Could it be that little fox?

At this time, everyone had taken off their disguises and lined up for inspection. Ruan Shiqing, holding the baby in his arms, walked out slowly with the crowd.

The soldier in charge of the inspection saw a bulge in his coat, as if something alive was hidden inside. His eyes suddenly became sharp, he raised his gun and aimed at him, raised his chin, and asked with a hint of joy: "What's hidden in your clothes?"

Ruan Shiqing unzipped his shirt and raised his hands: "It's the puppy I raised."

The other party leaned over to take a look, and when he saw that it was indeed a puppy, his face fell, and he became a little more impatient. He pointed his gun at the passage and said, "Hurry up."

…

After the three of them got out successfully, Ruan Shiqing said firmly: "The nine-tailed fox cub is lost."

The two brothers were puzzled and didn't know where he got the news from.

However, Rong Heng couldn't help but glance at him and secretly clicked his tongue.

Not that stupid.

"Guess."

When the soldier saw the cub in his coat, his expression changed from secret joy to disappointment and then anger. Although the change of emotions was subtle, Ruan Shiqing noticed it. Considering the lost valuable auction items, it was most likely the nine-tailed fox cub that was lost.

I just don't know if it was stolen or ran away on its own.

He hoped it was the latter.

"Let's go, let's get the money before the people inside come out." The heavy feeling that had been lingering in his heart dissipated, and Ruan Shiqing's steps became lighter.

The three put on their capes and masks, turned back through another passage, and went to collect their own auction proceeds.

The total transaction price of the engine and drive was 450,000.

The auctioneer took one-tenth of the money as commission, and the remaining 405,000 star coins were placed in an anonymous crystal card and handed over to Ruan Shiqing by the auction manager.

"Sir, you can actually provide us with your account number and we will deposit the money directly into your account, so you don't have to come here in person."

"No need. It's safer this way." Ruan Shiqing rejected the other party's attempt rudely, put away the crystal card and left immediately.

The manager originally wanted to get the other party's identity, but he didn't expect the other party to be so cautious that he didn't even want to reveal his bank account. In addition, the lost auction items had not been found yet, so he didn't have the energy to pester him any more and could only let him go.

After leaving the auction, Ruan Shiqing found an empty corner to take off his fake clothes, and then he swaggered into the crowd with his men.

The auction had just ended, and many people would stroll around the market and discuss what happened in the venue. The three of them were not noticeable at all.

While Ruan Shiqing was paying attention to the goods on the stall, he whispered to the two brothers: "Where can I buy an intelligent computer here?"

He knew from the book that in this world, mobile phones and computers have been replaced by smart phones, which are tied to personal ID cards and integrate entertainment, learning, life and office work. Smart phones are a good way to gain a deeper understanding of this world.

A smart computer is equivalent to a mobile phone + computer + holographic helmet + storage space. In short, it is very powerful. Of course, the price is not cheap.

A few days ago, he would not have dared to even think about it.

But now it's different, he made money!

"The smart computer must be tied to your ID card, and it's only available in stores in the inner city." Xiong Yuanyuan said, "If you want to buy it in the inner city, you have to apply for a new ID card first."

"Can an ID card be reissued?" Ruan Shiqing was surprised: "Why haven't I heard you say this before?" He thought it would take some twists and turns.

"To reissue an ID card, you have to pay a fine and a handling fee, which adds up to 10,000 Star Coins." Xiong Yuanyuan couldn't help but chuckle, "It's no use saying it before, we can't afford that much money."

After leaving the venue, he vaguely realized that the engine they brought was the auction item.

From the auction venue to the market, he has been smiling all the way.

Ruan Shiqing was infected by him and laughed: "We can afford to be friends now."

The two brothers took Ruan Shiqing to the identity card office.

Ruan Shiqing walked a few steps inside and found that the two people had not followed him: "Why don't you leave?"

"We don't need to apply for ID cards, so we'll wait for you outside," said Xiong Fangfang.

Ruan Shiqing understood and smiled: "You guys come in too, just keep me company."

After hearing what he said, the two brothers followed him in, one on his left and one on his right.

The staff at the office saw people coming in and didn't even bother to lift their eyelids: "To reissue an ID card, it will cost 10,000 Star Coins per person."

The three of them were dressed in a poor manner and didn't look like they could afford the money.

In the entire outer city, how many people can afford to make friends with me?

The staff felt a sense of superiority. These rats living in the garbage dump didn't even have identity cards, so even if they died one day, the police wouldn't care.

"We have three people to take care of,"

The other party's attitude was not good, so Ruan Shiqing put away his smile: "Swipe the card." After saying that, he took out the crystal card and pushed it over.

The staff glanced at the crystal card and then reluctantly started the registration process.

After taking photos, collecting voiceprints, fingerprints, irises... and a series of procedures, the staff swiped the card on the terminal and handed three identity cards with recorded information to Ruan Shiqing.

His attitude softened a lot, but he still had a condescending tone: "Okay, this is the ID card collection certificate, you can sign it and leave."

Xiong Fangfang and Xiong Yuanyuan took the electronic display screen and were about to sign in a daze, but were stopped by Ruan Shiqing.

He flipped through the document the other party handed over and saw that the second page had a satisfactory service evaluation selected by default. He turned the screen to the staff and asked with a smile: "Whether the service evaluation is satisfactory or not should be chosen by us, right?"

The staff member twitched his face when he heard that he could read. His perfunctory smile became forced: "Of course, sir."

The rats living in the garbage dumps in the outer city were basically uneducated, so naturally few of them could read. Even if they made some star coins by selling metal garbage, they could only be controlled by him here.

This is the first person who dares to go against him.

The staff member's eyes were burning with anger, and he gritted his teeth and warned in a low voice: "But I advise you not to do this."

The more he cared, the more Ruan Shiqing was convinced of the importance of this evaluation. He twirled the pen on his fingertips and tapped the table: "I guess here, no matter how bad your attitude is, no one will know. But if we submit an unsatisfactory service evaluation, the higher-ups will definitely know about it. It may also affect some evaluations, right?"

Although they are different worlds, he feels that some of the rules should be similar.

The other person's face really turned stiff. I wanted to get angry, but I was afraid of angering him even more; but I couldn't bring myself to admit my mistake.

Ruan Shiqing changed the default evaluation to dissatisfied, and carefully filled out suggestions for improvement before signing and submitting it.

Xiong Fangfang and Xiong Yuanyuan followed his example, changing the options, signing and submitting.

"Thank you." Ruan Shiqing pushed the display screen back, waved his hand casually, turned and left.

The staff were left staring at their backs angrily.

Xiong Yuanyuan looked back and said with a chuckle, "He looks like a purple frog with his eyes wide open and his mouth puffed out."

Xiong Fangfang thought more: "Will there be trouble in the future if I offend him?"

"If he really had such great ability, he wouldn't have been assigned to work here."

Judging from the degree of discrimination from the inner city to the outer city, an identity card office that is close to the outer city and often needs to deal with people from the outer city is obviously not a good unit.

So no matter how angry the other party is, he can only hold it in.

Xiong Fangfang was relieved after hearing this, and then hesitantly said, "The money for the ID card..."

Before he could finish, Ruan Shiqing interrupted him. He knew what the two wanted to say without having to listen to the end: "This is part of your reward. After you buy the smart computer, I will transfer another 20,000 star coins to you. This is the reward you deserve. Don't be embarrassed."

The two brothers have helped him a lot these days. If it weren't for them finding out information, the engines wouldn't have sold so smoothly.

Although the two brothers felt a little embarrassed, they were not hypocritical people. In the end, they chose to accept the reward calmly: "Then if you have anything in the future, just call us."

"Don't worry, I won't be polite to you."

The three of them chatted and laughed as they followed the signs to the mall.

The inner city is indeed much more prosperous than the outer city.

The streets are crisscrossed with houses. Advertisements are played on the huge screens. From time to time, airships or shuttles with unique shapes pass by in the sky, and the wind blows through the grass and trees on the roadside.

It seems like they are in two different worlds compared to the garbage-filled, dirty and crowded outer city.

Author has something to say: Xiao Ruan: Earned 450,000 for nothing, so happy 0v0

Rongzi:? Spend the house←_←

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The rich Xiao Ruan randomly draws 200 kids to give out red envelopes!