Chapter 675

　　Third person's POV 　　In the auction venue for living "merchandise," the atmosphere is always more heated and agitated than in those for inanimate objects. 　　The guests had collected their entry number cards early and stepped into the venue with anticipation, each secretly speculating on what kind of "prey" they might acquire today. 　　Their eyes gleamed with greed, excitement, and curiosity, as if they were about to participate in a grand and thrilling carnival, rather than a sinful transaction. 　　On the eve of the auction's commencement, Matilda suddenly received a message from her subordinates, informing her that someone was attempting to prevent the auction from starting. 　　Matilda immediately guessed who was behind this mischief, a disdainful sneer curling her lips. 　　She whispered, "He arrived quite promptly. Ignore it, proceed with the plan." 　　One of her subordinates, hearing this, showed a worried expression and cautiously advised, "He seems to have quite a significant backgro