The Underground Auction

“He’s got potential, and he’s untouched. He’ll fetch a good price.”

Just two hours prior, in a warehouse of an underground auction house, a woman dressed in a sleek suit stood before a group of women of varying heights and builds. Beside these women was a peculiar cage-like structure covered with a black cloth.

“Yes, the usual arrangement. We’ll split the auction proceeds 70-30, and the money will be deposited into the old account.” The woman spoke confidently, and the leader of the group responded with a practiced ease, “No… 60-40. I’ll place him in the prime time slot for auction.”

The woman waved her hand dismissively, a sly glint in her eyes. “But…” the women hesitated, looking at the woman before them.

“This is my territory. With the quality of this merchandise, I guarantee he’ll sell for a high price. And you just want your ransom back, right? Trust me, he’ll exceed your expectations.” She patted the cage firmly, but there was no movement from within.

Seeing the woman’s assurance, the group exchanged glances, clearly regulars who trusted her judgment. “Alright, we believe you.” The leader nodded, signaling her subordinates to leave, and they departed in their van.

As the women left, the woman smiled to herself. She then dramatically pulled off the black cloth covering the cage, revealing the being inside.

“Wake up, my little darling. I know you’re just pretending to be unconscious.” Her perfectly made-up face smiled at the captive, her body swaying with a hint of allure.

“Not very cooperative, are we?” Her brow furrowed slightly as there was no response. She then retrieved a hose-like object from a corner, aiming it at the cage. It was clear she intended to jolt the captive awake.

“Luo Yao, I know your name. I’m giving you one more chance to get up.” She pointed the hose at Luo Yao’s head, her tone threatening.

Hearing this, Luo Yao slowly stood up from the side of the cage, no longer pretending. His neck was adorned with a humiliating chain, and his body bore new scars.

Luo Yao had no idea what was happening. He couldn’t reach his family, and his phone had been taken when he entered the house. He had been beaten brutally, and his body ached terribly. He also realized that his resilience in this world seemed to have diminished. Feeling weak, Luo Yao wondered if his appearance made him seem feeble, allowing these women to overpower him so easily. Now, he was at the mercy of the woman with the hose.

“Awake now? You are quite enticing, little devil. If you weren’t today’s item, I would have taken you right now.” The woman licked her crimson lips, seemingly admiring Luo Yao in the cage. From her words, Luo Yao gathered that her lifestyle was far from wholesome, filling him with disgust.

Despite his thoughts, Luo Yao was merely a piece of meat on the chopping block, subject to the woman’s whims.

To such powerful women, beautiful men held an irresistible allure, especially for those who had already experienced the delights of male beauty.

Luo Yao, with the chain around his neck, stared blankly at the woman. From the conversation, he understood that this was some underground auction house, and he was now an item up for bid. The woman was certain his price would reach into the millions, potentially surpassing the records of past socialites or celebrities who had been auctioned.

“Sleep tight, my little darling. As much as I’d love to…” The woman gave a lingering wave before covering the cage with the black cloth once more, plunging Luo Yao back into darkness.

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[Military training is over. I’ll update soon… Humble and brief]