Fifty billion was nothing. He glanced at others; some owned assets reaching a trillion.
What was his background? Liu Sandao couldn't dwell on it for now. Meeting the basic requirements was enough; the amount was just a number game.
To enter Hong Island, apart from the financial condition, one needed an official introduction. Otherwise, entry was impossible.
The official, knowing Liu Sandao would come, didn't stop him. Such a condition, of course, wasn't a problem for Liu Sandao.
Liu Sandao spent a little effort on a frequent VIP of Hong Island and successfully became the introducer.
However, upon entering, he overheard someone mention a mysterious guest might attend this selection.
The word "mysterious" piqued Liu Sandao's interest.
But this mysterious guest would only meet a select few VIPs after the selection concluded.
The condition to meet the VIP was to be accompanied by a "red lantern girl."
This was supposed to be easy; a red lantern was worth a mere few hundred million. For the big shots, it was just a drop in the ocean.
What was infuriating was that the second girl to appear on stage was immediately given a blue lantern.
This disrupted Liu Sandao's plans.
Even more astonishing, someone possessed the authority to activate a red lantern.
To have a fighting chance, Liu Sandao had also spent a fortune to secure a red lantern.
But he never expected someone else to win another red lantern.
This meant three people might have to compete again for Bai Suxiang's companionship.
Fortunately, the three of them had the right to face each other directly, which Liu Sandao felt still offered an opportunity. After all, Bai Suxiang would surely choose him under similar circumstances, if she had a choice.
Bai Suxiang didn't know what three red lanterns signified, but she knew she could now legally enter Hong Island.
The host, excitedly narrating the events, proceeded with the rest of the selection arrangements.
Hong Island's selection was different from others. While other venues saved the climax for last, this place started at its peak.
Before Bai Suxiang could fully grasp the details of the subsequent selection, she and Yu Xiaoman were led to another room.
As it was night and they walked under the lights, Bai Suxiang couldn't discern the direction. As she entered a doorway, she felt mountains on either side. Sudan Fiction Network.
Yu Xiaoman wasn't as lost in thought as Bai Suxiang. Entering Hong Island meant her million-year salary was secured. Initially, she had been bothered by Bai Suxiang having more red lanterns than her, but when told that Bai Suxiang would undergo another selection, Yu Xiaoman felt immensely better.
"I thought it was supreme honor, but turns out I'm just a frog waiting to be priced!"
As usual, with a high opinion of herself, she strutted ahead of Bai Suxiang. Besides Lin Kexin, no one else possessed such charm!
Bai Suxiang followed the guide nervously to a room. The moment she entered, she saw Liu Sandao sitting on a sofa opposite the door. Her heart calmed considerably.
It was a spacious living room with a row of sofas in the center, arranged in a semicircle around a coffee table. Each person was attended by a maid, responsible for pouring drinks, handing tools, and other tasks.
Bai Suxiang scanned the surroundings and immediately spotted Bai Xiaoxiao. She had also entered, but in the capacity of a maid serving drinks. Just as she was about to greet her, she realized the person in front of Bai Xiaoxiao was actually Na Qianlai. This was going to be interesting!
Before she could fully compose herself, a man's voice boomed, "Bai Suxiang, right? Do you remember me?" The voice was loud and strong, yet it sounded familiar.
Bai Suxiang turned her head towards the source of the voice. Behind her stood a young man's face.
"It's you?" Bai Suxiang whispered. So this was the person who had interviewed and passed her that day. Who would have thought she'd meet him here?
"Heh, it is me. I was the one who chose to pass you that day, and I'm the one keeping you here today!" The man spoke with pride, seemingly emphasizing his importance.
Liu Sandao understood. So, this man had the authority to reactivate the lights. When he first saw Na Qianlai, he suspected foul play. After all, this was a scheme meticulously crafted by Na Qianlai; why would he allow anyone to disrupt his rules? Yet, this man before him showed no fear of Na Qianlai. Liu Sandao had investigated; he was merely a mortal.
Bai Suxiang remained silent; she had nothing to say. She understood now; most of the girls selected here were sent to accompany these so-called VIPs. The million-year salary was just a better price. While she didn't look down on the people doing this work, she fundamentally detested this way of operating. At this moment, she felt like prey to the men before her, to be taken away if the conditions were met.
"Heh, no need for all that. We just need to ask her who she wants to go with!" Na Qianlai sneered and took out a cigar. Strangely, he didn't light it out of habit, as if waiting for something.
Bai Xiaoxiao, holding a wine bottle, stood blankly behind.
"Hmph! Is there even a need to ask? Of course, she's going with me!" The man who spoke glanced disdainfully at Na Qianlai.
"You!" Na Qianlai ignored the man and pointed at Bai Xiaoxiao. Bai Xiaoxiao was startled but quickly reacted. She turned and hurried to find a lighter behind the sofa. Her movements seemed a bit flustered!
Liu Sandao remained silent, but from their exchange, he gathered that if Bai Suxiang chose this man, she could leave safely. But was this the right way? Bai Suxiang's mind raced. Liu Sandao had told her that this island was already protected by a barrier cast with spells by Na Qianlai. Yet, a readily accessible entrance was left open for Liu Sandao; she wondered why. If she chose to leave with Liu Sandao now, she would undoubtedly be unable to do anything about the situation on Hong Island. On the other hand, Bai Xiaoxiao had gone to great lengths to enter Hong Island. If she were to leave like this, would Bai Xiaoxiao follow her? Na Qianlai's words were clearly intended to make her follow Liu Sandao, allowing him to eliminate both of them without revealing his true identity. She would not fall for his trap! In fact, that was exactly what Na Qianlai intended.