IX.II Opening Ceremony

"Woah.."

Eremes felt his jaw hit the floor as what was once a luxurious, yet empty hall space was now filled to the brim with enough extravagance that he thought he was at a royalty section of a furniture store. Guests flitted from what seemed to be various sections of the hall before him, surveying what was assuredly a multitude of highly rare and highly expensive wares up for sale during the auction.

"Welcome, sir. Are you perhaps lost?" A soft masculine voice took him out of his wonder as the repairman faced an immaculately suited receptionist. He didn't look particularly familiar.. "This venue is currently occupied at the moment." Did he not work here?

"I'm here for the event, actually."

"Oh, I'm sorry sir. May I see your pamphlet?" What pamphlet? Bossman hasn't said anything about a pamphlet. "The pamphlet for the event sir?" The man requested again, his tone feigning patience as the repairman struggled to hide his confusion. "It also serves as your invitation."

"Uhh. Actually, I