Captivated by the Ruler of the Underworld

Chapter 1 The Mutant Girl

Skya country, at the border, Balthazar's Auction House.

Under the dark of night, a crowd muttered, bodies heating the atmosphere.

In the center of the auction house, a raised platform gradually ascended, exposing items covered by crimson velvet, creating an aura of mystery each crowd member craved to explore.

"I heard the organizers spent a fortune acquiring a rare treasure for this auction."

"What kind of treasure?"

"How exciting! I'm curious to see how unusual it is."

In a private box on the second floor of the auction house, slender fingers tapped the table and deep amber eyes carried a glint of humor. The words drifting up from below amused him; how many could even afford such priceless objects? On the stage, a man dressed in a black tailcoat and wearing a silver fox mask stepped forward. Half of his shoulder-length hair was tied back, a microphone held lightly in his hand. His voice was soft but carried a sharpness. "Welcome, everyone, to Balthazar's Auction House!"

The chatter in the stands subsided as goods of varied size, opulence, and value were sold, one by one, until only a single item remained.

Balthazar's Auction House, resting along the border of the countries Skya and Pliar, and backed by a mysterious organization, is a place where no one dared cause trouble. To create a scene here and now would mean death. Silence overwhelmed the senses in anticipation of the final reveal.

"The last item up for auction needs little explanation, so I won't say much. Resting here is The Immortal Man's Mutant! Bidding will start at ten million dollars," the auctioneer cried, his white-gloved hand tearing away the red velvet. The crimson drapery fell, revealing a girl cramped inside a large golden cage.

Her face, partially obscured by a light veil, exposed only her beautifully contrasting black hair and fair skin.

pure and innocent, unaware of

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and clashed throughout

this is the legendary Mutant

diseases and even prolong life. No wonder it has a starting bid

gruesome. I've read from ancient texts that copulating with

be true! Although The Immortal Man is internationally renowned in medical research,

don't know the exact location they come from; are we even sure there is such a thing as The Immortal Man's Mutant?" "You don't understand, my friend. This is Balthazar's Auction House, they don't

voice

the host's voice fell, someone immediately raised their

"Twenty-five million."

"Thirty million."

"Thirty-five million."

heard throughout the room. How could anyone choose to spend so much money on one item, even

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stands were becoming crazed and the prices kept soaring

her clear eyes calm and innocent, unaware of worldly affairs

private room, another suited

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