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Chapter 12: Shattering the Guild
The words navigational blackout cut through the salty sea breeze of the pavilion like a localized thunderclap, shattering the calm atmosphere completely. The four senior appraisers from the national museum guild instantly lost their smug expressions, their faces turning a furious, mottled shade of crimson. The lead appraiser, Julian, stepped forward aggressively, his polished leather shoes clicking sharply against the stone floor as he pointed an angry, shaking finger directly at Ryan’s face."You arrogant, uneducated brat!" Julian roared, his voice cracking with pure indignant rage. "You dare stand in the sacred pavilion of the Vance Elder Council and spout such unscientific, fear-mongering garbage? We are certified Master Appraisers with over a hundred years of combined experience! Our equipment utilizes the highest military-grade wave technology available on the domestic market! The density reading confirms standard late-nineteenth-century industrial iron! There is absolutely no ma
CHAPTER 11: THE ELITE'S INVITATION
The morning sun filtered through the floor-to-ceiling glass windows of Ryan's new luxury penthouse apartment, casting a brilliant glow over the polished hardwood floors. On the sleek marble kitchen island, a high-end corporate tablet flashed continuously with incoming message alerts. Following the explosive success of the Global Heritage Gala, the name "Ryan" had become a mythical whisper among the city's highest billionaire circles.He was no longer the sweating caddie carrying heavy leather bags under the brutal sun. He sat calmly, sipping a cup of premium black coffee, dressed in a comfortable silk robe.System, Ryan called out internally, setting his cup down. Display my current status layout.A crisp, glowing blue interface window snapped into focus right before his eyes, its golden borders pulsing with the optimized power of his recent Tier 3 upgrade:[Host Profile: Ryan][Current Capital Assets: $10,040,500 Liquid Cash.][System Rank: Capital Overlord (Tier 3 Active).][Unlocke
Chapter 10: The Capital Overlord
The word radiation cut through the lavish atmosphere of the Grand Imperial Ballroom like a sudden blast of arctic wind. The excited whispers of the billionaire collectors died instantly, replaced by a tense, heavy silence. Several tycoons who had been actively reaching for their checkbooks froze mid-motion, staring at the fist-sized crimson stone with sudden, visceral horror."Radiation poisoning?" Master Thomas scoffed from the back of the room, his voice shaking with desperate rage as the security guards dragged him toward the exit. "You're speaking absolute madness, kid! That is the Crimson Heart of Alaric! It's a pure diamond hybrid! Cinnabar crystals don't emit radioactive energy!""Cinnabar itself doesn't," Ryan turned his head slightly, his gaze piercing through the dimming spotlight to lock onto the disgraced old appraiser. "But a volcanic cinnabar vein that has been compressed alongside heavy pitchblende deposits for millions of years absolutely does. The crystalline structur
Chapter 9: The Crimson Relic
The echo of the heavy entrance doors slamming shut behind Tyler and Maya faded into the steady murmur of the elite crowd. The billionaires in the room quickly turned their attention back to Ryan, their expressions no longer judgmental, but filled with deep curiosity and respect. In high society, power and utility trumped everything, and Ryan had just demonstrated both with absolute ease.Victoria gave Ryan a subtle, approving nod before taking her place at the central podium. The lights in the grand ballroom dimmed, leaving a single, brilliant spotlight illuminating a velvet-draped pedestal in the center of the stage."Ladies and gentlemen," Victoria’s voice filled the room, radiating confidence. "Tonight, the Vance Group is proud to unveil the centerpiece of the Global Heritage Gala—the true, unblemished Imperial Jade Dragon Seal."With a graceful motion, she pulled back the velvet cloth. The translucent green jade gleamed under the spotlight, casting a mystical, vibrant glow across
Chapter 8: The Global Heritage Gala
The Grand Imperial Ballroom was a sea of glittering crystal chandeliers, expensive champagne, and the city’s absolute elite. Billionaires, high-ranking politicians, and old-money tycoons mingled in hushed, refined tones. Outside, flashbulbs exploded continuously as reporters lined the red carpet, trying to catch a glimpse of the guests attending the most exclusive event of the year—the Vance Group’s Global Heritage Gala.Ryan stood near the grand marble staircase, casually swirling a glass of sparkling water. The tailored tuxedo he wore fit his lean frame perfectly, making him look every bit like a young noble from a dominant family."You look like you belong here, Ryan," a smooth, elegant voice purred behind him.Ryan turned to see Victoria Vance walking toward him. She wore a stunning, emerald-green evening gown that perfectly matched the color of the recovered Imperial Seal. Her presence immediately drew the eyes of every wealthy bachelor in the room, but her focus remained entirel
Chapter 7: The Midnight Horizon.
The boardroom remained completely silent as Arthur Vance grabbed the edge of the marble table, his chest heaving. The definitive proof Ryan had displayed using a simple laser pointer had left the entire board of directors completely stunned. Victoria stood up, her cold, sharp gaze locking directly onto her uncle. "Security, lock the doors," Victoria ordered, her voice cutting through the heavy silence like ice. "No one leaves this floor until we find out where the real Imperial Seal is." "Victoria, you can't do this!" Arthur stammered, pulling out a silk handkerchief to wipe the cold sweat pouring down his forehead. "I am a major shareholder! You have absolutely no proof that I had anything to do with this counterfeit!" Ryan chuckled softly, stepping forward until he was standing right across from Arthur. With his Tier 2 Aura Reading fully active, he could see the dark crimson aura surrounding Arthur pulsing violently with panic. The holographic interface in his vision provided
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