strictlysupreme Chapter 104 Auction II
Chapter 104 Auction II
"The colors of the flags actually represent different bidding amounts."
Black represents one thousand taels of silver, yellow represents two thousand taels of silver, and blue represents five thousand taels of silver.
The red flag you are holding tightly in your hand right now represents a sum of up to ten thousand taels of silver.
And this purple one, also the highest-priced item of the day, cost 20,000 taels.
The maid's patient and detailed explanation startled Shanzi.
He hurriedly and carefully placed the red flag back on the table, as if it were a scalding hot potato that he wanted to avoid at all costs.
The crowd took their seats one by one, their eyes sparkling with eager anticipation and curiosity for the upcoming auction.
A unique atmosphere of tension and excitement permeated the room, and everyone unconsciously held their breath, quietly waiting for the auction to officially begin.
Before long, teams of waiters dressed in neat and uniform uniforms walked out of each section on the first floor in an orderly manner.
Their steps were steady and deliberate, with one person standing upright every few steps, ready to provide meticulous and thoughtful service to the guests.
The entire auction hall was orderly and exuded an air of nobility and elegance.
At the same time, everyone was surprised to find that a table, as white as jade, slowly rose from the center of the display stand.
It is like a dazzling pearl quietly emerging from the earth, radiating a soft yet mysterious light.
On the table, two sparkling beads lay quietly on either side.
They are crystal clear, like the bright stars in the night sky, as if they contain endless power and profound wisdom.
At that moment, a door in the corner of the first floor opened silently, and a man dressed in a gorgeous suit with an extraordinary temperament walked slowly into the display stand with a calm step.
He stood steadily in the center of the stage, his gaze sweeping around him, his voice loud and magnetic.
"Distinguished guests, honored guests, a warm welcome to the Qinglan Auction."
As is widely known, an extremely rare thousand-year-old Tian Shan snow lotus will be auctioned today.
Here, I would like to solemnly remind all buyers that during the auction process, you can actively participate in the bidding by raising your paddle or making verbal offers.
Please ensure that your quote is clear, accurate, and appropriate to avoid any unnecessary misunderstandings or misinterpretations.
The auctioneer will carefully verify each bid and will adjust the auction price as appropriate.
After the auctioneer announces the sale of an item, the buyer should proceed to the designated area to complete the transaction procedures under the patient guidance of the staff.
When making a transaction, please ensure you have sufficient funds to ensure a smooth payment process.
He paused slightly, his tone becoming more serious and solemn.
"In order to fully protect the privacy of buyers and sellers, Qinglan Auction will keep all transaction information strictly confidential."
Without the mutual consent of both parties, we will absolutely not disclose any details of the transaction to any outside party.
At the same time, we strictly prohibit any form of fraud, malicious price gouging, or other improper or illegal activities during the auction process.
Once such egregious behavior is discovered, Qinglan Auction will not hesitate to immediately disqualify the relevant buyer from bidding and has the right to expel them from the auction.
Finally, to ensure the auction proceeds safely and orderly, all guests are requested to strictly abide by the on-site order and refrain from moving around or making loud noises.
Let's all look forward to this spectacular and exciting auction!
After the man explained the rules, the auction officially began.
"First, we are going to auction a piece of precious armor. This armor is made of millennia-old cold iron and is impervious to swords and spears, as well as water and fire."
The starting price is five thousand taels, and each bid must be at least five hundred taels higher.
"Six thousand taels!" someone in the audience shouted impatiently.
“Seven thousand taels.” Another voice followed immediately.
The price soared, "Ten thousand taels!" A powerful voice came from the second floor, drawing everyone's attention.
"Ten thousand taels once, ten thousand taels twice, ten thousand taels three times, deal! Congratulations to this distinguished guest for acquiring the precious armor."
Next, the waiter respectfully presented an extremely sharp sword.
"This sword can cut through iron like mud; it is truly a rare and divine weapon. The starting price is five thousand taels, and each bid must be at least five hundred taels higher."
"Six thousand taels."
"Nine thousand taels."
"twelve thousand."
"Twenty thousand." This time, the one making the bid was someone with the air of a chivalrous knight-errant.
Ultimately, the sword was successfully auctioned off for 20,000 taels of silver.
On the display stand of the lively auction, a precious sword gleamed, exuding an ancient yet sharp aura.
The man's voice rang out excitedly: "Now, we are going to auction this peerless treasure sword."
It was crafted by a master craftsman, and is incredibly sharp. The starting bid is five thousand taels of silver, and each bid must be at least five hundred taels!
Cheng Peng, who also wields a knife, muttered to himself upon seeing the treasured sword on the display stand, "How wonderful it would be if this treasured sword were mine."
Upon hearing his words, Mei Yanyan immediately retorted, "Hei Zi, you don't know martial arts, wouldn't it be a waste to give you this precious sword?"
When Xiao Lie heard Mei Yanyan say that, he spoke up for Cheng Peng: "Big guy, it's okay. I'll teach you a set of exquisite sword techniques. Once you've mastered it, we'll buy you a precious sword."
When Cheng Peng heard Xiao Lie say he would teach him swordsmanship, he stared intently at him: "Young man, are you serious? You really can teach me a set of swordsmanship techniques?"
When Shanzi and Afu heard Xiao Lie say this, they quickly stopped him: "Xiao Lie, have you forgotten what Xiao Ya warned us? How can you casually teach others the Linglong Knife Technique?"
"Yes, Xiaoya said that it shouldn't be taught casually."
When Xiao Lie heard what the two of them said, he suddenly felt deflated. He had blurted it out in a moment of impulse without thinking.
Xiao Lie's mind raced.
"Big guy, I can teach you the Exquisite Knife Technique. But you have to promise me that you will learn the Exquisite Knife Technique."
You must not commit adultery or plunder.
We must not oppress the people.
Do not act recklessly.
Do not be treacherous or cunning.
One must not be utterly wicked.
Can you really do all of that?
Actually, they knew what kind of person Cheng Peng was after he started working with them. But they still wanted him to agree to these requests.
Upon hearing that he would have the opportunity to practice martial arts, Cheng Peng immediately agreed.
"Yes, yes, young man, I can agree to anything you say. As long as I can learn swordsmanship, I can agree to any hardship or difficulty."
Xiao Lie turned to look at Daya: "Da Ya, although Xiao Ya said that we cannot teach martial arts to others casually."
But Cheng Peng has been with us for the past two months, and you know what kind of person he is. Would you agree to me teaching him swordsmanship?
Daya nodded to Xiaolie and said, "Okay, after it's over, give him a Marrow Cleansing Pill."
Although Brother Cheng Peng is a bit old, I hope he can cultivate to a first-rate level in the future.
Upon hearing that Daya had agreed, Cheng Peng quickly thanked Xiao Lie and Daya.
He kept saying that they were his second parents. But Mei Yanyan started teasing Xiao Lie again.
Meanwhile, at the auction in the hall, the priceless sword had already been loudly proclaimed: "Eight thousand five hundred taels!"
His eyes revealed his determination to obtain this precious sword.
Immediately afterward, another martial arts expert, not to be outdone, stood up and loudly called out: "Nine thousand taels!"
His gaze was firm, as if he wanted to use this precious sword to enhance his prestige in the martial arts world.
At this moment, a mysterious man in black slowly stood up from the corner, his voice low and powerful: "Ten thousand taels!"
His appearance made the atmosphere at the auction even more tense.
Prices continued to climb, with shouts of bids rising and falling. "Twelve thousand!" "Thirteen thousand!" "Fifteen thousand!"
As prices soared, the initially confident bidders began to back down one after another, leaving the auction in disappointment.
In the blink of an eye, only the wealthy businessman and the mysterious man in black remained in the huge auction hall, still fiercely competing against each other.
The wealthy businessman gripped his bidding paddle tightly, his jaw clenched, his cheeks slightly puffed out, as if he were making a difficult decision.
Finally, he suddenly raised his hand, held the sign high, and shouted in a slightly trembling voice, "Twenty thousand taels!"
As soon as he uttered the words, he felt his heart pounding wildly.
At this moment, his broad forehead was covered with a layer of fine beads of sweat, which shimmered like crystal-clear pearls.
Clearly, this wealthy businessman was determined to possess the legendary sword before him, even if it meant going bankrupt to acquire it.
Despite the wealthy businessman's fierce offensive, the man in black remained calm and composed, showing no sign of panic.
A faint smile appeared on his lips as he calmly raised the plaque in his hand and said in a deep, magnetic voice, "Twenty-five thousand taels!"
Although his voice wasn't loud, the undeniable and powerful aura it contained was as overwhelming as Mount Tai crushing an egg.
Upon hearing the man in black's offer, the wealthy businessman froze on the spot, his face filled with astonishment and disbelief.
He hesitated for a moment, his gaze shifting back and forth between the precious sword and the man in black, as if he were going through a fierce internal struggle.
However, after a painful struggle, the wealthy businessman finally sighed, shook his head helplessly, and indicated that he would give up bidding.
The auctioneer, who had been closely watching the situation, saw this and a hint of excitement flashed in his eyes.
He quickly raised the heavy wooden hammer in his hand, slammed it hard on the chopping board in front of him, and shouted at the top of his lungs, "Twenty-five thousand taels once! Twenty-five thousand taels twice! Twenty-five thousand taels three times! Alright, sold! Congratulations to this distinguished guest for successfully bidding on this peerless treasure sword."
As soon as the auctioneer finished speaking, the entire auction hall erupted in thunderous applause and cheers.
The man in black successfully bid for the precious sword. He went up on stage, took the sword, and carefully stroked the blade, his eyes gleaming with excitement.