Chapter 206 Driving Up Auction Prices
Kong Mengjiao gradually calmed down from her panic and took Zhou Liru's hand: "Mom, you're right. When our family gets back on its feet, I will definitely crush Kong Wange under my feet!"
After calming Kong Mengjiao down, Kong Zhizhao went on stage.
People around knew that the auction was about to begin, and they gradually took their seats.
Looking at the group of people below who were eagerly waiting for him to take out the jade, Kong Zhizhao's anger caused by Kong Mengjiao faded, replaced by an undisguised sense of pride.
He picked up the microphone, looked at the people below with a smug smile, and said, "I am very happy that everyone can support me and attend this auction hosted by my Kong family. I believe that everyone here today knows that our Kong family has acquired a very remarkable treasure. This treasure is already well-known online. Without further ado, let me give you a sneak peek!"
As he spoke, he gestured to the butler beside him to turn on the lights in the glass display cases on the high platform.
This glass display case was specially commissioned by him, combining both safety and aesthetic appeal.
At this moment, under the light, the jade stone that was displayed on the shelf was smooth and lustrous, radiating a soft and lustrous glow.
Everyone who saw it couldn't help but gasp.
"I initially thought it was just a gimmick circulating online, but the actual product is exactly the same as the pictures online."
"This jade is so transparent, there isn't a single flaw inside. It's practically priceless on the market."
"Yes, this jade is warm and smooth, like grease and cream, without a single bubble. Our Zhao family has studied antiques all our lives, and we have never seen such high-quality jade. It is not an exaggeration to estimate its value at several hundred million."
Hearing the murmurs below, Kong Zhizhao became increasingly smug.
He knew the value of the jade when he saw it yesterday, but to be on the safe side, he still had it appraised. The appraiser gave it an estimated value of no less than 300 million yuan.
He couldn't even describe the joy in his heart. With this jade, why would he need to humbly beg Kong Wange and Murong Ting?
Haha, God really did treat him well; he didn't marry Wen Xing for nothing!
As he thought about it, he lowered his voice and addressed the crowd below: "Everyone, please be patient. I, Kong, am not fond of collecting. Now that I have acquired such a fine treasure, I naturally want to find it a kindred spirit. The rules for today's auction are very simple: the highest bidder wins, and the auction is decided in three hammer blows. Does anyone have any questions?"
"That's all, Lao Kong, hurry up and take the picture!" The one who spoke was the Zhao family, an antique-making family that had been discussing the matter the loudest.
He looked at the jade with an air of certainty.
"Alright, let's start filming now!" Kong Zhizhao, beaming, began to tell the host to start the bidding.
Prices start at 100 million.
"One hundred and forty million."
"One hundred and sixty million."
"One hundred and eighty million!"
In no time, the price soared from the starting price to 200 million.
On stage, Kong Zhizhao was grinning from ear to ear.
Looking at Zhou Liru and Kong Mengjiao next to him, they seemed much more pleasing to the eye: "Come on, come on, you two stand over here too."
Seeing that Kong Zhizhao had completely calmed down, Zhou Liru pulled Kong Mengjiao over with a smile and said, "Old Kong, judging from this situation, the final transaction price may be higher than we expected."
Kong Zhizhao nodded: "That's right, let's see who's the most generous in the end."
At the same time, Kong Wange and Murong Ting sat side by side on the side of their seats.
She looked at the jade on the stage, a sneer on her lips: "Do you think the price will exceed 500 million?"
"Yes," Murong Ting said casually.
"Oh, you're so sure?"
Murong Ting turned around and curled his lips: "Wanwan, how could I not know the value of something that's mine?"
Kong Wange nodded: "That makes sense."
She remained silent, waiting for the bidding to begin.
High, the higher the better.
After all, the higher you stand, the harder you fall, right?
Before they knew it, the price had exceeded 300 million, and the bidding slowed down after that.
Only the Zhao family and a man wearing a baseball cap were left fighting.
Kong Wange knew that the Zhao family was a family of antique dealers, always knowledgeable about goods and with access to channels, so no matter how high the price, there was no possibility of losing money after buying them.
And that man in the baseball cap, I've never seen him before...
Could it be some low-profile coal mine owner?
Kong Wange looked at the man in the baseball cap and tapped her finger lightly: "Who do you think this guy is? How come he's at odds with the Zhao family?"
Murong Ting leaned back in his chair and said naturally, "Wanwan, you've set this stage, so of course I'll do my best to support you and make sure this show will be a success."
Kong Wange was stunned for a moment, then realized: "You arranged that person?"
Murong Ting neither said yes nor no.
Kong Wange frowned: "Actually, you don't need to bother arranging these things. The price is already so high, you don't even need to raise it. I bet Kong Zhizhao would be laughing in his sleep."
"The higher they stand, the harder they fall. The harder they fall, the happier Wanwan will be, won't she?"
Kong Wange: "..."
When did he figure himself out so well?
Murong Ting stared at her with a smile in his eyes: "So, Wanwan, how do you plan to repay me?"
Kong Wange: "...Repay you my foot! Murong Ting, you trust me that much? You didn't even ask me about my plan in detail. If it goes wrong, you'll be buying your own jade at a higher price and losing a lot of money."
Murong Ting looked at Kong Wange without saying a word, but his eyes were somewhat intense.
Kong Wange felt uncomfortable under his gaze, so she turned around and pushed him, saying, "What are you looking at? I'm talking to you."
Murong Ting suddenly laughed: "Wanwan, you feel sorry for me."
Kong Wange rolled her eyes and added, "Money."
Murong Ting: "..."
"However, I will remember your kindness."
After speaking, she stared straight ahead expressionlessly.
Murong Ting's tone became much more relaxed: "Then I'll be charging interest."
Kong Wange stared at him for a long time, then suddenly smiled and said, "Murong Ting, sometimes I really can't help but think that it would be good if you lost everything. Anyway, I don't think you plan to run your company properly. When you go bankrupt, I can just take the kids and run away. You won't be able to win a lawsuit against me then."
Murong Ting: "..."
After Kong Wange finished speaking, she turned her head away slyly and ignored him.
Murong Ting looked at her profile, and after a while his expression softened, and he smiled softly.
Her appearance was exactly the same as Yan Yan's in my memory.
Back then, she was willing to use all sorts of methods to annoy him and shut him up.
But ironically, he really liked her at this moment.
Clever and quick-witted, they act as if they've won a great victory after gaining a small advantage, brimming with pride.
Like... a little fox that stole some chicken to eat.
A moment later, Kong Wange pulled him aside: "Murong Ting, the Zhao family has bid 520 million and they're about to strike the gavel."
Murong Ting hummed in agreement: "Don't worry, I've spoken to my people, and we won't raise the price once it reaches 500 million."
Kong Wange felt relieved after hearing his words, and sent a message on her phone: "Uncle, it's your turn to take the stage."
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