Chapter 386: Chapter 387 Beginning the Bidding
“I believe everyone has been waiting for a long time, so I won’t waste any more time. The starting bid for the Eternal Necklace is 30 million, and the auction officially begins. Please place your bids.” As the auctioneer finished speaking, the sound of bidding echoed, though not many participated.
Because the starting bid of 30 million was just the beginning, and those bidding now were just joining the excitement.
The ones sitting in the top VIP seats had the capability to win the necklace, making them the focal point of attention.
There were four people in the top VIP seats, which meant the most competitive would be between Su Changfeng and Jia Siqi.
However, these people had a deeper understanding of Jia Siqi and knew his background. In their eyes, Jia Siqi had a 99% chance of winning the Eternal.
“80 million.” At this moment, Jia Siqi did not disappoint everyone’s expectations, raising the price to 80 million in one go.
Thunderous applause immediately erupted in the venue, affirming Jia Siqi’s bid.
“Jia Siqi is indeed different, his actions are extraordinarily generous.”
“Looks like no one can compete with Jia Siqi this time, the Eternal must be his.”
“I wonder which woman will be so lucky to have Jia Siqi personally put the Eternal on her, truly enviable.”
The businessmen present took the opportunity to praise Jia Siqi, all saying flattering words, hoping to leave a good impression on him. If they could do business with Jia Siqi because of this, the trip wouldn’t have been for nothing.
Jia Siqi proudly looked at Su Changfeng and said, “Sitting in the top VIP seat, you must show some strength. Now it’s your turn to bid, it’s only 80 million, are you chickening out?”
Tang Qiulu secretly pulled on Su Changfeng’s hand. In her view, no sane person would spend 80 million on a necklace, and she didn’t want Su Changfeng to waste money.
“100 million.” Su Changfeng stated with a smile, then said to Tang Qiulu, “When we got married, we didn’t even prepare a ring. This Eternal Necklace can barely match you, don’t stop me.”
Tang Qiulu gazed at Su Changfeng with a confused look. When they got married, they skipped the exchange of wedding rings because they hadn’t prepared them.
After all, back then, Tang Qiulu didn’t want to marry Su Changfeng at all, it was a forced marriage, which was indeed regretful. However, in her mind, spending tens of millions or even a hundred million to make up for past regrets was unnecessary.
But Su Changfeng’s current attitude was so strong that Tang Qiulu didn’t dare to stop him casually.
Jia Siqi smiled quietly and said, “Buying something for a woman, as long as she’s happy, even a truckload of garbage is priceless. But me, I don’t lack anything, the only thing I don’t lack is money.”
After speaking to Su Changfeng, Jia Siqi bid again: “120 million.”
Jia Siqi provocatively looked at Su Changfeng and said, “Brother, dare to bid higher? I never care about money.”
Jia Siqi was indifferent to money, but Su Changfeng also didn’t care for such things. Back when Zhu Lie asked for 200 million, Su Changfeng readily paid because, in his eyes, money was just an external possession, even viewed as dirt.
“200 million.” Su Changfeng directly bid.
At this moment, the auctioneer’s face was creased with laughter, knowing this auction would surely become big news, and his status in the auction world would greatly improve.
“200 million, Su Changfeng bids 200 million. Is there anyone who wants to continue bidding?” asked the auctioneer.
Just two rounds of clashes, and the necklace’s price skyrocketed to 200 million, making those who were just playing nervous, with some breathing heavily.
“Who is that young man, bidding 200 million like it’s 2 dollars? Could his wealth be stronger than Jia Siqi’s?”
“He’s already offended Jia Siqi. Doesn’t he know the status of the Jia family on Heaven Island?”
“Not necessarily. Although Jia Siqi is formidable on Heaven Island, if that young man’s background is also not simple, Jia Siqi wouldn’t dare to act too wildly. This is going to be an entertaining show, and I’m glad I came, or I’d miss it.
In Zone 5, the female boss firmly held Li Chen’s hand. Initially, she looked down on Su Changfeng, but now she was worried. The 200 million bid was beyond what Tang Qiulu could handle, and the facts were obvious. Su Changfeng was not the man she imagined relying on women for support.
“Li Chen, when you have time, please arrange a meeting with him for a meal. I want to apologize to him personally,” said the female boss.
Li Chen also wore a solemn expression. Su Changfeng indeed displayed outstanding strength. If this event spread back to Jiang City, his ‘coward’ image would surely be obliterated.
However, his current opponent was Jia Siqi. If Jia Siqi lost face in front of so many people, it would undoubtedly be very dangerous for both him and Tang Qiulu.
For Jia Siqi’s character, he certainly wouldn’t let Su Changfeng off easily.
“I hope he won’t compete with Jia Siqi. If he wins the Eternal Necklace, he might lose his life,” Li Chen said.
On the other side, Sun Chen and Qin Feifei were shocked speechless. Bidding 200 million, Sun Chen was almost scared out of his wits.
“Is he really a useless man supported by a woman?” Qin Feifei asked, puzzled.
If he were really relying on a woman, where did he get the money to bid for this necklace, and Tang Qiulu appeared so compliant, there’s no doubt about who is in charge.
Sun Chen gritted his teeth, only willing to admit Su Changfeng as a freeloader, as this was his reason for feeling superior in front of Su Changfeng. Previously, he had said many disparaging things to Su Changfeng. If he admitted Su Changfeng’s prowess, would that not be slapping his face?
“Even if he can win the necklace, so what? Have you listened to what people around are saying? That guy called Jia Siqi, the richest on Heaven Island—Su Changfeng, if he offends him, what good outcome can he have?” said Sun Chen.
Qin Feifei nodded. Jia Siqi was indeed the local tyrant of Heaven Island, and even if Su Changfeng was a rising star, he couldn’t contend with Jia Siqi.
“Let’s see how he finds death, we just need to sit and watch,” Sun Chen continued, wishing he could see Su Changfeng die on Heaven Island because only then would he feel a bit better inside.
The 200 million price had already exceeded Jia Siqi’s budget. Even though he pretended not to care about money when provoking Su Changfeng earlier, he still had to consider his business endeavors.