Double Date With Mafia [BXB]

[28] This Auction

It's exactly midnight local time. Everyone in the auction building is prepared for the event. They're ready to participate in the auction, with their target items already identified. Among them are Jeff and Law, who are focused on acquiring the technology control algorithms.

This building is bustling with activity. Situated in the city center of this country, it's a high-profile venue where entry is restricted to members only. The auction committee oversees all proceedings within the building, while any incidents outside are each individual's responsibility. Consequently, fights are common after the auction concludes.

The crowd here is diverse, including mafia members, criminals, FBI agents, and government representatives. They come from various backgrounds, each with unique interests and substantial influence on global affairs.

Jeff and Law are seated with Max and Nathan. As allies, they share a close relationship with the Leopard Mafia, led by Max. Max, the head of the Leopard Mafia, engages in casual conversation, "So you were abandoned by them?"

Max, who used to be straight, was influenced by Law's relationships and eventually discovered his own attraction to men, leading to his current relationship with Nathan. Max appreciates having a partner who understands his life as a mafia leader.

Law takes a sip of wine, nodding. "Yeah, and we're currently searching for them. They're very adept at hiding," he replies.

Jeff concurs, and Max, understanding the situation, offers encouragement. He's grateful for his relationship with Nathan, which has brought him happiness and support.

"Ladies and gentlemen, the auction will begin soon," announces a male guide, who is organizing the event. The audience shifts their attention to the stage, focusing on the auction.

The stage features an opening performance with dancers performing erotically. Following this, various items are showcased, including ancient Chinese urns, genuine mummified corpses, and other objects. However, the primary focus is on the algorithm capable of remotely controlling all technology.

"And finally, we present this technological algorithm capable of remote control of machines," the guide announces. The algorithm is demonstrated on a monitor, showing a plane in flight being hacked and its systems disabled until it crashes and explodes.

The demonstration leaves the audience in awe. The algorithm is both dangerous and highly coveted. Jeff, Law, and Max are particularly interested in acquiring it for their own purposes.

"The auction begins. Please make your bids for the first item," the guide says.

The first item, antique Chinese urns, attracts bids from antique collectors. The auction is vibrant, with participants offering substantial amounts for their desired items.

One by one, items are sold until the last object remains: the algorithm demonstrated earlier. "This is the final item: the algorithm capable of hacking any technology remotely."

Jeff and Law prepare for the auction, ready to place high bids alongside Max. They aim to secure the algorithm despite fierce competition.

"Bring the goods here," the guide instructs, as several people bring out boxes containing the algorithm.

"We start with an initial bid of 500 million. Please make your offers," the guide announces.

"600 million!"

"850 million!"

"1 billion!"

"5 billion!"

"10 billion!!"