Chapter 1, Zeus Jewelry Store

She is not here to buy anything, please ask her to leave, I am going to have a drink

He took out a silver pocket watch from his bosom, the surface of which was inlaid with many small yet exquisite gemstones, outlining a beautiful starry sky pattern

In the middle of Tianhuo Avenue, there is a small shop that is not very conspicuous. It is referred to as small in comparison to the surrounding massive and grand buildings

Behind the counter of the Zeus Jewelry Store stood two young girls, both dressed in identical low-cut white short dresses. They were both beautiful, yet their beauty was distinct.

Xiu Xiu made a gesture of invitation towards the woman, while on the other side, Ke Er had already opened the door to the VIP room, which was covered in deep blue leather.

Draining the shimmering water in the cup in one gulp, Lan Jue pushed open the door to the VIP room and walked out

This is the true trading area, where the finest jewelry will never appear in the display window

The short-haired girl, Ke'er, immediately pouted, and the young man had no choice but to add, "Hmm, Ke'er is also being good."

The woman did not look at her, but instead fixed her gaze on the young man, "I would like a royal blue star sapphire pendant of over 50 carats, if available"

A huge shadow appeared behind him, and he floated backward, merging into it

His eyes are very bright, and although there is a hint of laziness at the corners of his mouth, every movement is so elegant and pleasing to the eye, clearly a habit cultivated through years of refinement in the finest noble etiquette

The storefront is approximately ten meters wide, with an overall design that blends classical luxury and minimalist neoclassical style, featuring deep blue walls that reflect like a mirror and bright display windows. Inside, several dazzling pieces of jewelry are showcased. At the top center, the store name "Zeus" is composed of four letters that shimmer with a sapphire blue glow

A languid voice then sounded, "Is it you eating mine, or me eating yours"

The sound came from behind the counter; it turned out there was a third person in the store. He appeared to be in his twenties, sitting comfortably in a leather swivel chair with his hands resting behind his head. He had short black hair, wore a black shirt and black trousers, along with a white vest adorned with a pattern of ancient Greek temples.

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It is almost time, I will tidy myself up and then go for a drink. Xiu Xiu, Ke Er, you should also head back soon.

Therefore, this store is also called Zeus Jewelry Store

The blue and smooth flagstones pave this street, which is approximately 2,048 meters long. The buildings on either side of the street are certainly not identical to those in any *illustration*, yet each possesses its own unique heritage and history

The interior is a world of royal blue, with a royal blue carpet, royal blue velvet covering the walls, and even the display cases for the jewelry have a royal blue background.

The long-haired girl Xiuxiu looked at him with a gentle smile, "Boss, you go ahead and be busy, we will take care of the shop."

Lan Jue looked at her faintly, and the woman trembled slightly, as if she had been struck by a paralysis spell, remaining completely still.

The young man still wore an elegant and languid smile on his face, "You have mistaken me for someone else, my name is Lan Jue, not Zeus. Or, are you referring to the name of this establishment?"

Her eye color is quite unique, resembling the vivid green of an emerald; upon closer inspection, it seems capable of captivating the soul

The woman seemed not to have heard, her gaze fixed intently on him, "Zeus, I would like to ask you to do something for me"

The young man stepped out from behind the counter and smiled, saying: "Of course. Xiuxiu, take this lady to the VIP room"

Goodbye, Hera

At the beginning, it was merely a point, gradually transforming into a line. When this ray of light fully unfurls, its brilliant radiance becomes dazzling. It seems to permeate the entire world, yet it also appears to be annihilating the whole world

The door is cast from an unknown deep blue metal, lacking excessive decoration, featuring only a nearly vertical lightning-shaped imprint.

This famous street does not permit the passage of any vehicles or robots, let alone mechs. Even patrolling police officers must use the most ancient mode of transportation: walking. This is, after all, a pedestrian street, a noble avenue hidden within high technology

Another charming and lovely girl, with exquisitely trimmed light blue short hair, has a stunningly layered and spectacular low-cut neckline. Her pair of deep blue large eyes occasionally changes in expression, giving her a quirky appearance

This is a street where no high technology is visible, yet it is located in the most prosperous area of Tianhuo City. It is said that here, every square meter of land can be worth a top-of-the-line Maikelly P12 flying car.

"Boss, I want to eat ice cream," said the short-haired girl in a sweet, charming voice that could make anyone feel overwhelmed by its sweetness

The young man walked over to the woman and handed her the cup of water, saying, "Please have some water"

In addition, there is a table and three chairs in the VIP room, with one chair on the inside and two on the outside

A tall figure, with eyebrows resembling distant mountains, a face like a lotus flower, and long black hair cascading over her shoulders, appears both near and far, resembling a beautiful painting, exuding a certain classical charm

A brilliant ray of light blooms in the distance

She was a very beautiful woman, with slightly heavy makeup, making it difficult to accurately determine her age. Standing around 1.7 meters tall, she had a slender figure, and her feet were adorned with custom-made silver crystal high heels from the top luxury brand Van Cleef & Arpels, perfectly accentuating her delicate and straight calves. She wore a white knee-length pleated skirt and a white cocktail dress, with her long hair neatly styled atop her head.

The woman took the cup of water, but also looked up at him, "Zeus!"

There are Gothic buildings with pointed spires reminiscent of ancient France during the Yuan Dynasty, grand and magnificent ancient Chinese architecture adorned with intricate carvings, and even Romanesque architecture, among others

Looking at the endless light in his line of sight, he smiled

Heavenly Fire Star, Heavenly Fire City, Heavenly Fire Avenue

The young man sits up straight, his movements graceful and elegant. Although his hair is somewhat disheveled and there is a bit of stubble on his face, he does not give off the slightest impression of being unkempt

The youth smiled warmly, "Xiu Xiu is the most obedient."

"Ke'er, stop messing around," said the long-haired girl with a hint of helplessness in her voice

The VIP lounge is not large, only about a dozen square meters. It still features blue carpets and blue walls, along with a row of six blue safes and * illustrations * embedded in the walls

Upon entering the store, she paused slightly, her gaze sweeping across the display window

The smile on Lan Jue's face vanished as he took the cup of water back from the woman's hand

The universe is vast and boundless

He approached with a smile and said, "Hello, welcome to Zeus. How may I assist you?"

Xiu quietly closed the door to the VIP room without making a sound. There is an unwritten rule in the store that as long as the boss is present, the guests in the VIP room will be personally attended to by him

Xiu Xiu brought in a cup of warm water and handed it to the young man, rather than directly presenting it to the woman. A drink served by the owner naturally carries more significance than one delivered by an employee. This is a detail, but often it is the details that determine success or failure

Ding ding ding. A sound like silver bells rang out as the shop door was pushed open, and a woman walked in from outside

"Anything is fine!" the short-haired girl chuckled.

Prologue

Behind the light, there is always darkness

The water cup lit up, and the clear water inside unexpectedly turned blue, composed of countless tiny bolts of lightning in blue

The young man invited the woman to sit down, taking one of the two chairs on the outer side of the table

Zeus, the king of the ancient Greek gods, wields the power of thunder and lightning

The shadows flicker, traversing a thousand miles in an instant

Upon seeing this woman, the youth's eyes became even brighter