The Legacy System

All this while Eric had been standing on the side without much action, and hearing him suddenly overreact like that, certainly startled and surprised them.

Immediately as he recollected himself, Cui Xie took the small tablet on the table and was ready to buy the thing, whatever it was.

It was surprising to find out that this antique article that Tianlong Yun was seeking was just too cheap and not much attention grabbing.

It was just a jade sculpture of a small snake-like thing, which was represented as a powerful and mighty dragon.

While it held a lot of artistic value in its details and life-like appearance, it didn't have many uses besides that. So Eric's reaction felt even more overboard for him.

Still, he didn't waste his time pondering about this situation, as he concentrated on making sure that he bought the thing, despite its price and reason.

At the same time, in the corner of the VIP room, Secretary Zhang watched over this situation with a complicated look.

Whatever happened, it confirmed his doubts. The one holding true authority among them was Eric, the mysterious guest, and not Young Master Cui Xie.

But that wasn't important anymore, as he was now extremely interested to know why the mysterious guest, Eric would act like this for just a small jade sculp.

"Esteemed guest, what makes you so disturbed by this statue, if you truly like it I can find hundreds of similar ones for you! I have quite a few connections!"

"Heheh~! Secretary Zhang do you think that I won't be able to notice your intentions!? You certainly don't think of me as a muddleheaded old fool, do you!?"

Secretary Zhang was actually trying to find out everything he could about the weird article, but his intentions had been immediately revealed.

It was just like a thief being caught even before he actually tried to steal something. But Secretary Zhang had no one to blame besides himself. He had acted too hastily.

"I am really sorry Esteemed Master that wasn't my intention, I was just too curious about what would make a distinguished man like you take a liking to this article!"

"Hehehe~! Since that is the case, then let me tell you that this thing carries a lot of meaning to me personally, but it's completely useless for anyone else."

These words just made Secretary Zhang even more confused and curious about the little statue. Just what was this thing, and why it was so important for Eric!?

At the same time, he remembered something extremely good, as he said,

"What if I can help you find 11 more statues like these!?"

"Secretary Zhang, it's not that simple to find things similar to this dragon statue. This thing carries a special meaning to me in particular, not any little statue will do!"

At first, Eric found it a bit fun to play around mysteriously with Secretary Zhang but seeing the counterpart trying to benefit from his momentary fun, made him a bit displeased.

After all, he was totally focused on the little dragon statue, and couldn't take his eyes off it, fearing that someone might take it away before it came to him.

On the other hand, Secretary Zhang couldn't help but wryly smile at the low credibility he had at the moment, but he still couldn't let go of this opportunity as he said,

"I understand your words Esteemed Master, and while I don't really know what makes this little thing so special, I know that this thing is part of a set of 12 pieces.

Each and every one of these pieces represents one of the zodiac signs in our zodiac scope. This and 2 more pieces of the set representing the pig and rooster are in our warehouse, while the rest are spread around the world!"

By the end of his words, Secretary Zhang had managed to regain Eric's full attention, as he turned around and was looking at him like he was looking at a vital pawn.

There were mixed thoughts and motives on Eric's gaze, as he wanted to praise the middle-aged man for the extremely precious information.

On the other hand, he wanted to kill him so he could keep a seal on the information and his interest in the 12 pieces.

There was a big reason why Eric actually was so obsessed after this little statue, and even more with the remaining pieces of the set.

The reason was as simple, as it was complicated, each and every one of these pieces contained a great amount of Soul Aura and Belief Aura.

These could be said to be the best ingredients to help the sleepy fairy inside the Legacy System wake up and regain her strength.

At the same time, the reward he would receive from the Legacy System, and the value of this thing absorbed by the Legacy System would reach a gigantic amount of 10-50 million SP points.

Everything depended on the Belief Aura and Soul Aura that was being stored inside them at the moment.

This was just like gambling with jade stones for money, and suddenly chancing upon a big piece of Emperor Jade, making him rich in one strike.

But that wasn't all, as Secretary Zhang had just told him that there were actually another two pieces in their warehouse, and 9 more spread around the world.

If he managed to put a hand on all of them, then he would be able to make a great wealth of SP points, spending just a few worthless bundles of paper money.

With those thoughts in mind, he didn't waste time, as he immediately looked deeply at Secretary Zhang once again, as he said,

"Secretary Zhang are you saying that you are willing to help me get my hands on them as a form of your compensation to us!?"

"Yes, I do intend to use one of them as a form of compensation towards you Esteemed Master, as for the second I think we can come up with a reasonable price."

"Oh~! Hehehe~! It seems like you have already forgotten that there were two attempts on our life and honor Secretary Zhang.

Furthermore, haven't you heard that expression which states that men die for wealth as birds die for food!?"

Secretary Zhang's face turned a bit cold and weird for a second, but he managed to pass that moment easily, as he said,

"I certainly understand that part Esteemed Master, it's just that it was your reactions and words who spoiled this deal for you don't you think!?

Besides if you wanted to kill me, does it really matter whether I try to make money out of this, or not!?

Not to mention that I am truly confident that we can strike a good deal that would benefit to both of us!"

"Oh, really!? Please elaborate!"

"What I am thinking is extremely simple actually. From what I have seen, Esteemed Master and Young Master Cui Xie have a great deal of skills, and precious skills, so I am sure that you need a store to sell them.

Of course, I understand that you don't need me or the Auction House to sell them for a great price, but I think it would be much easier and simpler if you do so.

My Auction House is willing to provide our services to you for only 1% of the revenue each batch will bring to you!

I don't think there is anyone else who would be willing to offer such a price, but that isn't all there is to it!

There is one more thing I understood tonight, and that is your great passion or need for antiques and historical articles.

While I don't know why you are so interested in them, I am willing to allow you pre-choice on all the articles that our Auction House will put forth.

Of course, the price will be extremely reasonable! What do you think about this deal, Esteemed Master!?"

Eric had to admit that this Secretary Zhang was a truly sly fox with a great deal of observation skill, but there were still two matters that remained unanswered.

"It's a great proposal Secretary Zhang, it truly is! But there are still two matters that disturb me.

First of all, what do you, personally, need from me in exchange for this deal!?

And secondly, do you have the authority to make this deal with me!? After all, I could just skip through you and make a deal with the Director, can I not!?"

"Heheeh~! I was wondering what concerns you had Esteemed Master, but it's just this! The answer is extremely simple for both of these doubts actually.

Because that stupid director and his ability aren't worthy of you and your deal! So I am thinking of replacing him with your help and becoming the Director!"

"Is that so!? While I do admit that I am truly disappointed and dissatisfied with him, can I truly believe you!?

After all, not only have you ruined our mood tonight, but your people even tried to kill us all!"

"Esteemed Master you understand perfectly that what happened wasn't my intention, but I do accept that it was partially my fault.

So, I am willing to give you the first piece as compensation for the situation, and the second to form a bond of belief between us!

Of course, if that isn't enough, then Esteemed Master could just tell me what would make you believe me, and I will try my best to actually do it!"

"Secretary Zhang truly…"

"Cui Xie you filthy bastard, how dare you threaten my cousin like that, when you are dealing with dirty money!?"

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