Chapter 1952: Focus on the important matters
Upon hearing this, Cai Wenhong just smiled and did not answer, because he was still continuing the bidding and had no time to explain to them that he had already discussed with Gu Ning at that time that the bronze chimes already belonged to the Imperial Palace Museum, and now it was just a matter of going through the bidding process.
But even if I had time, I would not explain it now, because if other people heard it and spread it, it would be bad. Because this behavior is a deception, not only will [Xiangyunxuan] be attacked, but also the museum.
So, Gu Ning didn't say anything.
Of course, when the bid reached 8.5 billion, there was no more bidding, as this was already higher than expected.
In the end, as expected, Cai Wenhong won the bid. No matter how much he bid, he only had to pay 5 billion, so he had nothing to fear.
However, the 8.5 billion scared a lot of people, because many people thought that it would be only around 7 billion at most.
Everyone looked at Gu Ning, some were envious, some were jealous, and felt that Gu Ning made money too easily.
The most expensive item in this morning's auction was only worth four or five hundred million.
Therefore, the gap between the 8.5 billion and the total amount is too huge and too prominent.
The bidding for the bronze chimes ended, and the morning auction also ended. The auction will continue at 1:30 p.m.
During the one-hour working time, everyone naturally went to eat. Lunch was provided by Huarong Auction House.
After each auction, the auction house will get a considerable amount of profit, and it will provide everyone with food, which is nothing compared to other things.
If you don’t want to eat at the auction house, you can go out and get it on your own.
Gu Ning and Mr. Leng and the others were not coming in the afternoon, so after the auction ended in the morning, they left together and went out to eat by themselves.
The group included Gu Ning, Mr. Leng, Mr. Xu, Jiang Zhongyu, Cai Wenhong, Chen Darong, Xu Jingchen and Zi Beiying.
However, before leaving, Gu Ning needed to go to the backstage to register with Cai Wenhong. However, because the bronze chimes were not there, the transaction could not be successful for the time being.
The auction house charges a certain fee for the items being auctioned, and 8.5 billion is a lot of money. However, because Huarong Auction House is a public auction house and Cai Wenhong is the deputy executive officer of the Cultural Relics Bureau, the fee can be waived as long as Cai Wenhong says so.
Of course, this also has a prerequisite. It is not that every object can be exempted from the draw just by saying so. It is only possible in transactions like the one between Gu Ning and Cai Wenhong.
After completing the registration, the group left.
When the people around saw that Gu Ning actually left with Old Man Leng and the others, they felt that they had a close relationship.
Mr. Yuan and Yuan Yilin did not plan to attend in the afternoon, so they left as well.
After getting in the car, Mr. Yuan said to Wen Yuan Yilin seriously, "What's going on between you and that Gu Ning?"
Facing Old Man Leng, Yuan Yilin didn't dare to lie, so she told him everything that happened in school, the conflict between Gu Ning and Yuan Shuyan, and her warning to Gu Ning, without adding any exaggeration.
"This is simply nonsense. Is there any possibility for the Yuan family and the Rong family? Go and warn Yuan Shuyan not to have anything to do with Rong Zechen." Old Master Yuan scolded unhappily. Because of the conflicting relationship with the Rong family, he felt extremely uncomfortable when he heard that his own Yuan family actually liked the Rong family and caused such things. He felt that he had lost face for the Rong family.
Although Yuan Shuyan is only a side branch, she is still a member of the Yuan family, and they share the same honor and disgrace.
"Yes," Yuan Yilin replied.
In fact, she also talked about Yuan Shuyan, but when you really like someone, you can't control yourself, even if the other person simply disdains you.
Although Yuan Shuyan knew that there was no possibility for her and Rong Zechen, she did not say that she liked Rong Zechen, but most people knew that spreading rumors would indeed bring shame to the Yuan family.
"Also, your matter with Gu Ning ends here, and you should focus on business." The elder warned again.
Although many things happened because of Gu Ning, he didn't think it was all Gu Ning's fault. Therefore, the elder had no intention of arguing with Gu Ning. After all, Gu Ning was just a small figure to him.
But he just didn't like Gu Ning.
Gu Ning and his group didn't go too far and went to a nearby private restaurant.
However, as soon as they left the auction house, Gu Ning realized that he was being followed.
Because he was driving, it was not convenient for Gu Ning to drive backwards, but he was sure that it was related to the bronze chimes.
Although the bronze chimes have been taken by Cai Wenhong, it does not mean that everyone can be content! Especially Harada Motoichi, the instrument expert of the XX Concert Hall in the capital of the Kingdom of East Japan, who kidnapped Chen Darong for the bronze chimes.
Of course, Gu Ning was not sure that it was him. It could have been someone else. The reason why he thought of Harada Motoichi first was because the people in their country were more barbaric and unreasonable.
After about ten minutes, the group arrived at the private restaurant, and the people who were following them continued to follow.
However, after parking the car, Gu Ning could see who the other person was.
Gu Ning's guess turned out to be correct. The people following them were indeed Harada Motoichi and his group.
Gu Ning narrowed her eyes slightly, a little dark. She hadn't gone to look for them yet, but they came first. But now was not the time to teach them a lesson, and the other party hadn't made any moves yet, so she had to do whatever she had to do for the time being.
Before coming, Xu Jingchen had already booked a private room, so after arriving, they went straight in.
Gu Ning's eyes were alert to them from time to time. He saw Harada Motoichi and his group of four also came in and booked a private room, but it was far away from theirs.
After arriving at the private room and ordering dishes, Gu Ning said after the waiter left: "Grandpa Leng, Grandpa Xu, and Grandpa Jiang, I actually have something I haven't told you. There were so many people around just now that it was difficult for me to tell you, so I'll tell you now!"
"What's up?"
Hearing this, Mr. Leng and his companions asked curiously.
"In fact, when I verified the bronze chimes that day, I had already reached a deal with President Cai. I sold the bronze chimes to the Imperial Palace Museum for 5 billion yuan. However, the bronze chimes still have to be auctioned because I want to launch [Xiangyunxuan], so I have to take advantage of the opportunity to promote it." Gu Ning said.
Hearing this, several people were surprised.
"Hehe! Otherwise, I wouldn't be bidding so confidently today!" Cai Wenhong said with a proud smile.
(End of this chapter)
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