He adjusted his cloak, pulling the hood slightly lower before heading toward the nearest information pavilion. The attendant, a sharp-eyed young woman, greeted him with the kind of professional warmth that came from years of dealing with every sort of eccentric customer.
"Welcome, young master. How may I assist you today?"
"I'm looking for an auction house," Tian Lei said evenly. "Preferably one that handles high-tier artifacts, spirit materials, or rare beast essences."
The woman blinked, momentarily surprised at the calm authority in his tone—rare for someone his apparent age. Then she nodded, consulting a jade slip on the counter.
