Three days later, Namo Si's special custom auction was held as scheduled.
Although it was called an auction, it was actually just that many stools were prepared in the Dream Clothing Shop for the customers who participated in the auction so that these distinguished guests could have a seat.
But Nan Wusi didn't expect so many people to come. There was no room left in Mengyifang to put down chairs, and many latecomers had to stand at the back.
Nan Wusi originally thought that apart from Xiao Mu and Xiao Yi, who would be representing the two men, the rest would be ladies who were enthusiastic about this art. Unexpectedly, it also attracted many noble young men.
"My Dream Clothing Shop has become so famous?" Nan Wusi was somewhat incredulous.
"Welcome, distinguished guests, to participate in the special custom-made auction of my Dream Clothing Shop. There is only one spot available today. The starting price is one thousand taels of silver, and the minimum bid increment is one hundred taels." Nan Wusi first announced the auction rules as usual.
Those who came to participate in the auction this time had naturally understood the rules beforehand, so there were no arguing people. However, after Nan Wusi made the announcement, there was still a moment of silence as everyone waited for the others to make their bids first.
“Since no one has made an offer yet, I’ll throw out a bid to get the ball rolling,” said Madam An. She had been eyeing this special customization service ever since the business opened, and now that there were finally some special customization slots available, even though they were for men, she could still get one for her husband.
"Five hundred taels." Madam An immediately raised the price by five hundred taels, knowing that the final price couldn't possibly be that low.
As soon as someone made the first move, the atmosphere instantly became lively, and more and more people followed suit with their bids. The price had quickly risen to three thousand taels.
At this moment, Xiao Mu and Xiao Yi remained as steady as Mount Tai.
"Uncle, are you also interested in the special customizations from Dream Garment Workshop?" Xiao Mu asked Xiao Yi.
“Nephew knows your hobby, Uncle. You like these kinds of novel things. Recently, Dream Clothing Workshop’s custom-made services have become very popular throughout the capital. Naturally, I am interested.” Xiao Yi nodded.
"Moreover, my uncle also opened a clothing store, and he has lost a lot of business recently. I heard that this special customization is even more high-end, so naturally I have to come and find out."
"I never expected that my uncle would be so devoted to his business."
"After all, it's a business that makes money, so of course we have to put some effort into it," Xiao Yi retorted casually. "Then why did you come, nephew?"
"I've heard that this special customization can make a person look like a completely different person, and the daughter of the Minister of Revenue even found a good marriage because of a set of clothes. I'm quite interested in it too." In the past few days, Xiao Mu specially sent people to inquire about this special customization, and naturally learned about Tang Tang's matter.
"It seems that Miss Nan is indeed quite capable." This was the first time Xiao Yi had heard of this. Although Nan Wusi had invited him, he hadn't bothered to inquire about it, so he didn't know anything about Tang Tang.
“I really didn’t expect that.” Xiao Mu nodded. He had known Nan Wusi since childhood. Nan Wusi had always been an ignorant person who only knew how to solve problems with violence. The changes in recent days were too great. He didn’t even know when Nan Wusi had acquired such abilities. What surprised him even more was that he couldn’t find out.
Thinking of this, Xiao Mu's eyes became deep. It seemed that he had to speed things up, otherwise, if he continued to drag it out like this, there might be other uncontrollable changes.
As the two were talking, the bidding price had already risen to four thousand taels, and at this point the price was showing signs of slowing down.
"Five thousand taels." Xiao Mu finally spoke, no longer wanting to delay any longer.
"His Highness the Crown Prince has offered five thousand taels of silver. Is there anyone else bidding?" Nan Wusi called out, then turned his gaze to Xiao Yi, but Xiao Yi seemed completely oblivious.
After a few moments of silence, when no one else bid, Nan Wusi had no choice but to continue, "Five thousand taels, second time."
Although Nan Wusi was anxious, she had no way to inform Xiao Yi. Even if she wanted to give Xiao Yi a meaningful look, he couldn't see it.
When Nan Wusi shouted "five thousand taels..." for the third time, Xiao Yi finally spoke.
"Six thousand taels."
"His Highness Prince Yi has offered six thousand taels." Nan Wusi instantly became excited, and his tone became much more cheerful.
This obvious difference in treatment displeased Xiao Mu, but what displeased him even more was that Xiao Yi, a leisurely prince, was actually bidding against him, as if he had forgotten his own status.
"Seven thousand taels." Xiao Mu continued to raise the price.
"Eight thousand taels."
At this point, the situation had clearly become a confrontation between Xiao Mu and Xiao Yi, and the others could only quietly wait for the final result, not daring to get involved at all.
"Nine thousand taels." After bidding, Xiao Mu asked Xiao Yi, "Does Imperial Uncle really intend to compete with me for this spot?"
“An auction is supposed to be the highest bidder wins. Does my nephew intend to use his status to pressure me?” Xiao Yi retorted, not to be outdone. “Ten thousand taels.”
"Ten thousand taels at a time."
"Ten thousand taels twice."
Nan Wusi looked at Xiao Mu; the Crown Prince had actually stopped raising the price.
Nanwu originally wanted to ask another question, but seeing Xiao Mu's unpleasant expression, he didn't ask and could only continue counting.
"Two or three thousand times."
"Congratulations, Your Highness Prince Yi, on securing the final special customized spot."
"Congratulations, Imperial Uncle! As expected of the Imperial Uncle, you actually managed to buy a customized spot for ten thousand taels of silver," Xiao Mu said.
"No need for that. I'll experience it first. Maybe it won't be worth the price, and I'll save my nephew some money." Xiao Yi smiled slightly, not caring at all.
Seeing Xiao Yi's smug look, Xiao Mu, even though he was unhappy, would not do anything in public. After all, Xiao Yi could be shameless, but he could not. He was the Crown Prince, the heir apparent.
Ten thousand taels is already beyond his limit. If his father finds out that he spent so much money on a set of clothes, other officials will impeach him tomorrow, even before his father punishes him.
He had been bidding out of spite, but thankfully he didn't win the bid. The thought of being impeached cleared his head considerably, and he no longer disliked Xiao Yi as much.
"When can this specially customized spot be used?" Now that Xiao Yi had won the bid, he naturally had to ask this question.
"Anytime is fine, whatever Your Highness Prince Yi commands." Nan Wusi smiled brightly. Ten thousand taels of silver was equivalent to ten thousand beauty points, enough for her to upgrade many items. Now, Xiao Yi was a golden goose in her eyes, and her attitude was extremely good, even somewhat obsequious.
Seeing Nan Wusi's attitude, Xiao Mu gritted his teeth. He had never seen such a shameless woman, putting on such a fawning act for a few stinking coins.
At this moment, Xiao Mu actually felt a little regretful. He also wanted to treat Nan Wusi with such flattery. The little follower who was always at his beck and call was no longer there.
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