[Of course, the system’s transportation and dispatch system are all top-of-the-line, ensuring a rapid response to the host’s needs; its professionalism is beyond question.]
Jiang Wenxi nodded in satisfaction. When she opened her eyes again, the smile in her eyes had vanished, replaced by her usual calm and composure. Her gaze fell upon the auction.
“First item: A Qing Dynasty Qianlong period famille rose vase with a hundred deer design, starting at five million, with each bid increment no less than 500,000!” The auctioneer’s voice rang out. In the glass display case on the stage, a famille rose vase with a hundred deer design was vibrant in color, exquisitely decorated, and in excellent condition.
Jiang Wenxi glanced at the auction catalog; this wasn’t something she was interested in, so she didn’t bid. It was subsequently sold to a collector for 10 million.
A pair of natural full-green jadeite bracelets, starting at 110 million, with each bid increment no less than 1 million.
This one did interest Jiang Wenxi somewhat. Of course, good things attract many others.
A lady bid 120 million.
130 million,
140 million,
150 million… until 150 million, then there was silence.
300 million! A clear, cold voice rang out.
The entire room fell silent for a moment, then murmurs arose. This was her first bid of the night, a whopping 200 million, doubling the price immediately, with overwhelming momentum.
“300 million for the first time! 300 million for the second time! 300 million for the third time! Sold!” The auctioneer brought down the gavel, and the natural full-green jadeite bracelet successfully fell into Jiang Wenxi’s hands.
Fu Siya’s eyes lit up, and she secretly gave Jiang Wenxi a thumbs up.
In the next half hour, Jiang Wenxi made a series of bids. A Ming Dynasty Yongle blue and white plum vase, acquired for 50 million; a modern Zhang Daqian landscape painting, acquired for 150 million; a Qing Dynasty Hetian jade Guanyin carving, secured for 250 million; a natural amethyst necklace, 250 million.
In a short period of time, she had already acquired five items worth over 100 million, with a total amount reaching 1 billion. The guests were stunned by her extravagance, and whispers of discussion rose and fell.
“My God! Five items already! Almost everyone is over a hundred million, this is too much!”
“Just how much wealth does she have? The speed at which she spends money is unimaginable!”
“We doubted her strength before, but now it seems she’s probably inferior to other wealthy families!”
Fu Yunzhe, Ma Yun, and Jiang Xunye exchanged glances, all seeing shock in each other’s eyes. They had thought Jiang Wenxi would only bid on one or two items she liked, but they hadn’t expected her to be so decisive, raising the price of each item without hesitation, clearly not caring about the price at all.
Jiang Wenxi paid no attention to the surrounding gazes and discussions. The system notification sounded in her mind: [Mission objective of acquiring five items over a hundred million has been completed. You may choose whether to continue bidding in the remaining auction stages.]
But she didn’t stop. Her gaze fell on the next highlight—Blood Jade. The blood jade was carved from a single piece of top-grade blood jade, its color as deep red as blood, its texture warm and translucent, lifelike, and gleaming under the lights. The starting price was 200 million, with each bid increasing by at least 50 million.
“250 million!”
“300 million!”
“400 million!”
The price soared, quickly surpassing 500 million. The bidding gradually subsided, leaving only a few top tycoons still vying for it. Ma Yun was the first to raise his paddle: “600 million!” He had come for this too, glancing at Jiang Wenxi.
Fu Yunzhe followed closely: “700 million!”
They were all there for the Blood Rain.
Jiang Xunye remained motionless, his gaze fixed on the blood jade Guanyin, lost in thought.
Just then, Jiang Wenxi raised her hand again, her voice still cold, yet carrying an undeniable air of authority: “1 billion.”
The room fell into complete silence. Everyone was stunned, their faces filled with disbelief. Jiang Wenxi had bid 1 billion in one go, far exceeding the estimated value of the Blood Jade—an unprecedented move!
Jiang Wenxi wasn’t so much interested in his looks; she simply wanted to use him to open up the market.
“1 billion! This lady has bid 1 billion! Any higher bids?” The auctioneer’s voice trembled with excitement. In his decades in the industry, he had never seen such a decisive bidding war.
The room fell silent; no one dared to raise their paddle again. A price of 1 billion already exceeded the intrinsic value of the item; further bidding would be a losing proposition.
“1 billion, first time!”
“1 billion, second time!”
“1 billion, third time! Sold!”
The auctioneer brought down the gavel, and thunderous applause erupted, mixed with gasps and murmurs. Jiang Wenxi’s total spending tonight had reached exactly 1 billion—five items exceeding 100 million plus the final Blood Jade, each bid a resounding success.
[Mission Completed!] “Total spending 2 billion, five items worth over 100 million each won, rewards have been issued: 500 points, 60% equity transfer of Tianye Law Firm completed, relevant documents will be delivered by a specialist.” The system’s mechanical voice rang in Jiang Wenxi’s mind.
She nodded slightly, as if she had just spent 200 yuan, not 2 billion. This nonchalant attitude shocked everyone present.
Fu Siya ran to her side, her eyes sparkling: “Wenxi, you’re amazing! 2 billion! That blood jade is so beautiful!”
Jiang Wenxi smiled faintly: “You like it? I’ll let you see it up close sometime.”
Fu Yunzhe walked over, his expression complicated: “Miss Jiang is indeed very capable, I admire you.”
Jiang Wenxi raised her eyes, her tone indifferent: “It’s just a few things I like, nothing to talk about capability.”
Her composure and calmness shocked everyone even more. In her eyes, 2 billion was merely “something she liked,” a confidence that few ordinary families possess.
The afterglow of the auction had not yet dissipated, and the guests in the hall were still discussing the shocking event of Jiang Wenxi spending 2 billion that day, slowly leaving in twos and threes.
At this moment, a tall, middle-aged man in a black suit strode over. He was the special assistant to the auctioneer, and he approached Jiang Wenxi respectfully, bowing slightly. “Ms. Jiang, the five items you purchased have all been packed. Each item is equipped with a specially made bulletproof safe and moisture-proof and shockproof devices. Would you prefer that we arrange for a professional team to escort you back to your residence, or would you like someone to receive them here?”
He paused, then added, “After all, these are treasures worth a total of 2 billion. To be honest, even with our experienced escort team, there are still risks involved. Without top-notch security, there might be unexpected incidents along the way.”
Jiang Wenxi, who was straightening her skirt, glanced up indifferently upon hearing this, her voice cool and steady: “No need, someone will come to pick me up. Just pack them according to the standards.”
“Yes, Ms. Jiang.” The assistant dared not say more, bowed, and stepped back, immediately instructing the staff to carefully move the five large boxes of items to the entrance of the auction hall to wait