However, no matter how loudly Tian Jingjing shouted, no one raised their sign again.
The host sighed, "Unfortunately, no one bid more than five million, so Miss Rainbow Chicken will have to stay here!"
Staff members came up and took Tian Jingjing away. Tian Jingjing clung to the iron cage and refused to leave, looking longingly towards Ji Lun's seat in the audience.
The staff pried open her fingers and forcibly took her away.
"Jilun..." Tian Jingjing called out one last time in a hoarse voice.
As soon as Tian Jingjing disappeared from view, the host's face instantly broke into a fawning smile, his eyes gleaming with excitement.
"Distinguished guests, the most anticipated highlight of the evening is about to begin! Next, we will witness the highly anticipated auction of Miss Cat's virginity."
This lady cat not only possesses a stunningly beautiful face, but also exudes a captivating and unique charm in every gesture. Are you all ready for this visual feast?
"Stop arguing! We've been waiting impatiently for ages, hurry up and bring Miss Cat out!"
A man in a suit in the front row shouted impatiently, and a chorus of agreement immediately rose from the surrounding crowd.
The host raised his hand to signal for silence, a meaningful smile playing on his lips: "Since everyone is so enthusiastic, let's count down together and unveil Miss Cat's mysterious veil! Okay, three... two... one!"
As the last number was counted, all the lights suddenly went out, and a dazzling spotlight shone precisely on the iron cage in the corner of the stage.
The red silk slowly slid down, and the figure of the girl in the cage gradually became clear.
The girl's skin was as white as snow, shimmering with a soft, pearly luster under the light, and her features were as exquisite as a finely sculpted work of art.
She wore a black catwoman outfit that accentuated her graceful curves, exuding both girlish charm and mature sexiness, like a lively and cunning little wildcat.
The entire auction hall fell into a deathly silence. Everyone was stunned by the beauty before them, their eyes fixed on the girl in the cage.
Ji Lun's jawline was taut as he gripped the bidding paddle tightly, his knuckles turning white and veins bulging on the back of his taut hand.
Han Feng gritted his teeth, his eyes burning with fury: "These beasts..."
The host's voice rang out at the opportune moment, breaking the silence: "Ladies and gentlemen, this is our protagonist tonight—Miss Cat. She not only possesses stunning beauty, but is also a virgin. Now, the auction officially begins, as usual, starting bid of 500,000!"
Before the words were even finished, the bidding began in waves.
"Five million!"
"Eight million!"
"Ten million!"
"Eleven million!"
The whispers of two men were particularly clear in the crowd.
"Didn't you just say this kind of girl is everywhere? Why are you asking for such a high price now? Don't forget, this is just her virginity; you can't take her away!"
"What do you know!" His companion glared at him. "How can those others compare to Miss Cat? Look at her figure, her face, and her flawless skin—she's a beauty that comes along in a million!"
"But ten million a night is too expensive..."
"Absolutely worth the price!" the man said confidently.
The price soared, and when the bid of 30 million was announced, the room fell into a brief silence.
The host's gaze swept across the entire audience, and he asked loudly, "Thirty million once! Thirty million twice! Is there any higher bid?"
Han Feng, in a panic, tugged at Ji Lun's sleeve: "You'd better make an offer! If you don't act soon, Han Bing will really be snatched away!"
Seeing that Ji Lun remained silent, he added, "If you don't have enough money, I'll give you some!"
"Thirty million three times!" Just as the host was about to bring down the gavel...
"Fifty million!"
A deep, firm voice rang out, and Ji Lun slowly raised his bidding paddle.
Upon hearing that familiar voice, Han Bing abruptly raised her head, her gaze meeting Ji Lun's in mid-air. At that moment, time seemed to stand still.
Under the lights, Han Bing lowered her head in a panic, her slender fingers nervously tugging at the meager amount of fabric covering her body; the futile movements only made her look more disheveled.
The girl, who was once as proud as a peacock, now had only embarrassment and helplessness in her eyes.
As Ji Lun watched this scene, his heart felt as if it were being cut by a dull knife.
The atmosphere in the auction room grew increasingly tense. "Alright, this gentleman has bid fifty million. Any higher bids?" The auctioneer's voice was filled with excitement and anticipation.
"Sixty million!" a male voice suddenly rang out.
She looked up in the direction the voice came from, and the confident smile on the stranger's face made her heart sink.
Han Bing subconsciously bit her lower lip, her nails digging deeply into her palm.
"Seventy million!" Ji Lun raised his paddle almost immediately, his voice filled with unwavering determination.
Han Bing had just breathed a sigh of relief when she saw the man casually raise the sign again, "Eighty million."
“One hundred million!” Ji Lun’s voice was as cold as ice, and it resonated with conviction.
The crowd erupted in uproar, whispering and discussing amongst themselves.
Although Miss Cat is very beautiful, isn't 100 million a bit too much?
The man turned to look at Ji Lun, a provocative smile playing on his lips. "One hundred million... and ten thousand."
Han Bing gripped the iron cage tightly, her fingertips turning white, and anxiously looked at Ji Lun through the gaps.
She didn't know how much money Ji Lun actually had. This 100 million yuan must be all he had, right?
Han Bing lowered her eyes, a sense of powerlessness washing over her.
“One hundred and fifty million!” Ji Lun did not back down, his eyes filled with ruthlessness.
Han Bing raised her head and looked nervously at Ji Lun.
"Hmph, madman!" Another man in the auction slammed his bidding paddle to the ground, cursed, and got up to leave. "You got a good deal!"
"Since this gentleman has abstained, and if no one else bids, Miss Cat belongs to him tonight!" the host exclaimed excitedly. A hush fell over the room. Three seconds later, the gavel fell. "Sold!"
Zhao Gang walked out of the auction house with a gloomy face, took the elevator directly to the first floor of the pharmaceutical factory, and headed straight for the door.
As soon as they left the pharmaceutical factory, they encountered three people coming towards them.
Qiu Hongwei was riding an electric tricycle with Qiu Heping and Zhang Guihua sitting behind him. They had just returned from Guangcheng that day, and Qiu Hongwei had picked them up at the station.
"Gangzi, what happened? You look terrible." Qiu Hongwei stopped the car and asked with concern.
Zhao Gang hesitated for a moment, then shook his head. "It's nothing."
His second uncle had instructed him that the secrets about the pharmaceutical factory must never be revealed.
Zhang Guihua spoke up, "Gangzi, don't lie to your aunt. Have you been bullied?"
Zhao Gang turned his face away in annoyance, about to leave, when Zhang Guihua continued, "Gangzi, tell me, and I'll give you some advice!"
Seeing that Zhao Gang was still hesitating, Zhang Guihua spoke again, "Before the New Year, our two families almost became in-laws. Although it didn't happen in the end, I've always regarded you as my son-in-law. If there's anything you need, just tell me. If I can help, I definitely will! Tell me, who bullied you?"
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