In the antique trade, items that raised eyebrows would only be shown in the evenings—when various shops were about to close.

That was certainly the case in Antique Street, as most items arriving in the evening were either freshly excavated, stolen, or forgery used to dupe unsuspecting victims.

Even if Raymond had started his career abroad, he had learned every last unspoken rule during his earlier stint in Aurous Hill.

Seeing the wariness on Billy's face and the way he was holding something in his arms, Raymond knew right away that what he carried wasn't legal.

Still, the antique trade was no different here than it was abroad.

Tomb raiding, forgery, or adding some touch-ups that increased the value of an item—everyone across the globe pretty much played the same tricks, and Raymond had his fair share of experience.

Still, he did not let his wariness show, instead grinning, "Yes, of course. Come on in—let's talk inside!"

And with that, he quickly led Billy inside.

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