Chapter 933

Not far from the airport terminal, Helen found herself immediately immersed in the unique atmosphere of Dardford. The city's narrow, winding streets were alive, with vendors selling a variety of handmade crafts. Meanwhile, the local fashion distinctly set the residents apart from the visitors. Helen and the others were among the many tourists likely here for the gemstone auction. While Stagville had its own gemstone enthusiasts, it wasn't the birthplace of this tradition. In Dardford, however, gemstone auctions were deeply ingrained in the culture. Some street vendors even offered their own twist on the experience, selling mystery boxes for a hundred bucks each. Of course, most of the contents were worthless pieces of gemstone, but the real allure lay in the thrill of the gamble. "Stop here," Helen called out to the driver as she opened the car door. "You can go ahead and drop the luggage at the hotel. I'll explore around for a while." "Ms. Boston, please be careful," Kendrick a