After awakening her X-ray vision, the beautiful CEO couldn't sit still any longer.

"We've arrived."

The treasure auction venue soon came into view.

A red carpet was laid out at the entrance, and well-dressed guests came and went in an endless stream.

The security personnel at the entrance looked solemn, and the indicator lights on the scanning equipment flashed regularly.

The service staff gently opened the car door for Ye Tian and his companions.

Murong Xue got out of the car first and then very naturally took Ye Tian's arm.

The flashbulbs went off like a torrential downpour, and the clicking of cameras echoed incessantly, almost forming a continuous barrage.

"President Murong! May I ask what your relationship is with this gentleman beside you?"

"Is this a new partner? Could you reveal their identity?"

"Miss Murong Qianqian has just entered as well. Why didn't you come with her?"

Is it true, as rumored, that they have a strained relationship?

The reporters' questions were kept at bay by security guards, but they still buzzed in.

"Why aren't you with your wife all the time? Is it because your relationship is bad?"

Ye Tian was about to continue berating the annoying reporter when Murong Xue pulled him back tightly.

"Ignore them, let's go inside."

Murong Xue's expression remained unchanged. She tightened her grip on Ye Tian's arm and continued walking straight towards the entrance without stopping.

After passing through the security gate, the interior suddenly opened up.

The high-ceilinged hall was resplendent with gold, and crystal chandeliers cast a soft yet dazzling light. The air was filled with a mixture of fine perfumes, cigars, and the subtle aroma of wine.

The elegantly dressed guests chatted in small groups, their laughter restrained, but their eyes betrayed unspoken calculations and probing.

"Murong Qianqian is here too. It seems your second uncle's family is starting to cause trouble again."

Ye Tian leaned close to Murong Xue's ear and lowered his voice than usual.

"They've never stopped making underhanded moves. Today I'll see what Murong Qianqian is up to this time."

Before Murong Xue could finish speaking, several people walked towards them.

The one leading the group was none other than Murong Qianqian, who was dressed in a glamorous and elegant manner.

Murong Qianqian was dressed in an elegant evening gown, with exquisite makeup, and she was quite beautiful.

Unfortunately, standing in front of Murong Xue, the difference in their abilities was immediately apparent.

"Sister, you've come."

She deliberately raised her voice, drawing frequent glances from those around her.

"Isn't this Ye Tian? A few days ago, he used underhanded methods to snatch the antique market from my dad."

Today, my dear sister and I are inseparable, attending this high-end auction together.

You might win temporarily by luck and deception, but you can't win forever.

Sister, I advise you to be more discerning when choosing a man. Our Murong family doesn't welcome scoundrels like him.

Murong Qianqian deliberately drew out her words, her eyes fixed on Ye Tian with resentment.

The Murong family members following behind her also cast amused and contemptuous glances at her.

The air seemed to freeze for a moment.

Murong Xue didn't loosen her grip on Ye Tian's arm; instead, she hugged him even tighter.

"Little sister, you're still young, I don't blame you for not being able to distinguish right from wrong."

But if you continue to lie through your teeth and tarnish Ye Tian's reputation, I won't be so polite to you.

Ye Tian won the antique market through his own abilities. If your father is not capable enough and loses, he has to accept the consequences.

It's most shameful to refuse to admit defeat, and instead spread rumors and slander against others, understand?

Murong Xue's expression was as cold as ice, and although her voice was not loud, it clearly reached everyone's ears.

"Murong Xue, you're not even married yet, and you're already siding with outsiders, helping an outsider bully your own family members."

"Don't you feel any remorse for doing this?" Murong Qianqian continued to stand on the moral high ground, accusing Murong Xue.

"I have always been pragmatic and I always side with what is right, not with my own people."

Moreover, when you so-called "insiders" of the Murong family used all sorts of dirty tricks to deal with me, why didn't you ever think that I was one of your own?

When you all wished I would die sooner so you could drain my blood, why didn't you ever think that I was one of your own?

When I needed help the most, only Ye Tian was willing to help me.

"If I don't speak up for him, am I supposed to speak up for you?"

Murong Xue stepped forward, staring into Murong Qianqian's eyes, and continued, "Besides, my man wouldn't bother with your petty tricks of a shrew."

If you keep picking fights and provoking him, I guarantee you'll be carried out before the auction even starts!

"You... Murong Xue, we'll see." Murong Qianqian instantly recalled the scene in the hospital where Ye Tian forced her to kowtow on the ground.

She was so angry that she left in a disheveled state with her entourage.

If it really came down to a fight, Murong Qianqian and everyone behind her combined would be no match for her.

But it doesn't matter, once her helpers arrive, there will be plenty of opportunities to deal with them.

"Let's go, Boss Ye. Don't bother with her. Our seats are in the front."

Murong Xue pulled Ye Tian's arm and walked towards the seats reserved for them, the front row area.

The moment Ye Tian sat down, he felt at least a dozen gazes falling on him from different directions.

He remained calm and collected, using the act of adjusting his clothes as a pretext to quickly scan the entire room.

The security personnel hidden in the corner are all highly capable.

Behind each of the seemingly casually chatting bigwigs stood a sharp-eyed, shrewd follower.

This auction, seemingly glamorous, was actually heavily guarded and fraught with undercurrents.

Murong Qianqian was sitting not far from them, and it seemed she wouldn't let the matter rest.

Soon, Ye Tian's gaze locked onto his target: the man behind Murong Qianqian was extremely suspicious.

He sat there, flirting with a blonde, blue-eyed foreign woman next to him.

But Ye Tian could sense that during the intervals of their conversation, the man would occasionally glance at him.

Although a faint smile appeared on his face, his body was tense and his eyes were sharp, clearly indicating that he was no ordinary person.

Soon, the auction officially began.

On stage, Director Zhao, the head of the auction house, personally presided over the event. His deep and infectious voice skillfully stirred up the atmosphere of the scene.

The early lots, including a Qing Dynasty Qianlong famille rose porcelain vase, a landscape album by a modern master, and a rare pigeon blood ruby ​​ring, saw fierce competition, with hammer prices constantly reaching new highs.

Neither Ye Tian nor Murong Xue made a move because what they wanted had not yet been revealed.

Time passed slowly, and one by one, these precious artifacts changed hands with each swing of the gavel.

The auctioneer's tone grew increasingly enthusiastic, and the atmosphere in the room became more and more heated.

"ladies and gentlemen!"

Director Zhao's voice suddenly rose, carrying a perfectly timed hint of excitement.

"Next up is lot number 27 of this auction!"

A rare and exquisite sapphire necklace.

Two staff members wearing white gloves carefully carried out a tray covered with dark blue velvet.

Under the spotlight, a dazzling sapphire necklace lay quietly in the center of the plate.

The main stone is an enormous sapphire, as deep as the brightest star in the night sky.

Perfectly cut, it shimmers with a mesmerizing glow under the light.

It is surrounded by exquisite diamonds and antique gold metal, with intricate and gorgeous craftsmanship, full of mystery and solemnity.

On the large screen, high-definition details of the sapphire necklace from various angles were immediately displayed, along with detailed explanatory text.

Ye Tian felt Murong Xue's breath pause almost imperceptibly for a moment the moment the necklace appeared.

Her gaze was fixed on the sapphire necklace, her eyes swirling with extremely complex emotions.

"The starting bid for this sapphire necklace is 30 million, with each bid increasing by at least 1 million. The auction is now open."

Director Zhao's clear quote immediately reached everyone's ears.

This price has already made many people eager to buy.

Ye Tian squeezed Murong Xue's nervous hand:

"Don't worry, I'll definitely get it back for you."