For the life of her, Xin Qing could not comprehend the foreigners' penchant for costume parties. Somehow, a supposed auction turned into a costume party and none of its attendees were allowed to show their faces. The only means of identification was the number printed on the paddles assigned to each bidder. As one of the sellers, Xin Qing was given a special magnetic card, which, if kept on her body at all times, allowed her to be identified by the scanners at the entrance when entering. Xin Qing hated the idea of dolling herself up for the event, which was why she chose to dress herself as an Arabian woman. A pale, golden robe covered her body from head to toe. Only her eyes remained unconcealed. When she headed out, something made her pause. After a moment of thought, she decided to grab a ruby necklace, which she wore around her forehead as a headdress. The ruby was shaped like a water droplet. At first glance, it appeared as though its colors dripped
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