I earn really hard money

Chapter 299 Either Don't Make an Bid, or Get the Bid

It can be seen that no matter which country people are from, they seem to have a certain sentiment towards integers. The total transaction price of the first nine lots is less than 100 million pounds, and the starting price of the tenth lot is 100 million pounds!

"Xia, your powerful competitor has appeared!"

Pilias said with bright eyes.

After hearing this, several friends around looked at He Xia, as if they were asking with their eyes, do you want to win the title of honorary president?

Everyone asked with their eyes, but the British salesman of construction machinery, Anthony, couldn't help asking: "Mr. He intends to be the honorary president of the foundation next year?"

He Xia didn't deliberately hide it, nodded and said: "H·E Investment Company intends to establish a charity foundation in the future. If you can serve as the honorary chairman, you will surely learn a lot of valuable experience."

This is He Xia's real idea, and it was more than a month ago, and he doesn't remember why he suddenly wanted to set up a charity fund in the first place.

Perhaps seeing that the top [-] richest people on the wealth list all have different charitable foundations under their names, a similar idea was born in my mind.

An answer often leads to other questions. For example, everyone wants to know what lot Boss He took to participate in the auction...

It's a pity that it's not a good time to chat, because the auction is going on and the atmosphere is very hot!
When Phoenix's voice fell, there was a brief silence in the venue, and then people raised their hands and shouted for prices frequently, and the price of the watch was quickly raised to 180 million pounds!

"200 million!"

It was the first time Pilias made a move. He is a watch collector himself, not limited to Patek Philippe, but seeing such an exquisite collection, it is impossible to justify not selling.

It's a pity that 200 million can't stop it at all, and someone raises their hands to increase the price.

"You won the antique car by adding 20 pounds. I added [-] in one go, but unfortunately it didn't work..."

Pilias spread his hands helplessly, suddenly thought of something, and said, "Xia, don't you plan to make a move?"

He knew that He Xia liked Patek Philippe, and he wore a precious watch worth more than 300 million pounds on his wrist. How could he resist seeing such a treasure?
He Xia vaguely pointed at the scene, and said, "I'm not in a hurry when everyone fights first."

"The last world time watch auction was five years ago. That time it was for the American continent, and the final transaction price was 320 million euros. This time it is difficult to estimate. Judging by the current situation, it is difficult for me to achieve my wish..."

After finishing speaking, Pilias raised his hand again. Although he liked it, it wasn't necessary. He had to consider his own financial resources. There was no one who could participate in the auction.

After 5 minutes, Cloisonne Eurasia has reached 280 million pounds, and there are obviously fewer bidders. When a lady shouted 300 million pounds, the scene became hot again.

He Xia'an sat quietly on the seat and played with his mobile phone. Pilias next to him shook his head helplessly. After the price exceeded 300 million, he didn't make any more moves. It seemed that he had the idea of ​​picking up the leak, and he couldn't get what he wanted.

The rest of the friends are very quiet, and it seems that they are not very interested in watches.

About 8 minutes later, the price rose to 380 million pounds, and the scene became quiet again. No one raised their hands, only whispering.

This time is different from the last time, many people have a faint smile of relief on their faces, it's that kind of attitude, if you can't afford it, then don't want it.

Most collectors who love watches have a detailed understanding of the market, and clearly know that the estimated value of Cloisonne Eurasia is about 350 million pounds, which is more than [-]% and has already touched the bottom line of many people.

It is true that there are cases where the blush and the neck are thick, but most of the time it only happens between people who already have a rift. Under normal circumstances, everyone is still very rational.

"380 million, oh, tonight's first blockbuster auction, I believe that with this money, a precious place will be built on the ark, leaving a living space for endangered species..."

"400."

Before Phoenix finished speaking, a woman shouted the price, the voice was not loud, but because the scene was very quiet, everyone could hear it clearly.

Many eyes turned to look in the direction of the sound.

The man next to the lady opened his eyes wide, as if everyone was dumbfounded.

"Selina, are you...are you crazy? I don't have that much money to pay for you, you have to find out who you are!"

The bidder was none other than Serena who was wearing a gorgeous evening gown. The 30-year-old man beside her was looking at Serena angrily.

"Oh..." Pilias looked at the position on the left fan, slightly startled in his heart, and said softly to He Xia: "Xia, are you and Serena over yet?"

Before that, he really didn't notice that Serena was here.

He Xia showed a strange expression, spread his hands, and said noncommittally: "As you can see!"

"Well, fortunately you are sensible, look at Virgil, the confusion is already written on his face, haha!"

Pilias had a gloating smile on his face. He knew the man next to Serena, who was in the cosmetics business in France.

Usually, if you attend an event with a female companion like a social girl, you will give some gifts more or less, including but not limited to jewelry, but let’s talk about spending 400 million pounds...

What would it look like?
Unless it is a gift of the original match, left handed and right handed...

Anyone with a discerning eye can see that Serena and Virgil had a conflict, and the auctioneer Phoenix is ​​not in a hurry. This is not a formal auction, and everyone does not want to cause unpleasant troubles.

Faced with Virgil's questioning, Serena raised her proud head, her snow-white neck glowing: "Mr. Virgil, I am fully capable of paying the money myself. Thank you for your kindness."

After speaking, Serena got up and sat down in the seat next to her, her attitude was very clear, and she drew a clear line.

Virgil raised his forehead. The two had a dispute over a piece of auction before. In his opinion, Serena is a social girl who can be manipulated by himself. Why did she suddenly become a rich woman!
400 million pounds is definitely not something that an ordinary social girl can pay, unless all assets are mortgaged and the family goes bankrupt...

"whatever……"

Virgil was too lazy to say anything about such a woman who didn't know the so-called so-called, and immediately waved his hand, and the already fragile temporary relationship between the two of them was declared to be broken.

The Duke of Lensterma and Boraton have been standing on the stage. As the old and new presidents, there is no laziness to steal on this occasion. The two symbolize the facade of the Ark Foundation, which is their job.

Seeing the scene in the audience, Duke Lunsterma whispered a few words to Poraton, and then Poraton stepped down and came to Serena's side.

Although outsiders could not hear the conversation between the two, everyone knew that Boraton was verifying Serena's financial situation.

As the initiator of the dinner, Boraton knew that Serena came with Virgil, and he needed to confirm that after the two broke up, Serena did have the ability to pay the bidding amount...

If it is only a small amount of tens of thousands of pounds, it is no problem to pay for it out of pocket for the smooth progress of the auction, but for 400 million pounds, we should be more cautious!
Pilias made a "she is very difficult" expression, said: "Serena is a mature and intelligent woman, Virgil must have gone too far, otherwise she would not be so impulsive, 400 million pounds, what a substitute She was sweating."

He has some business dealings with Serena, and knows a little about Serena's situation, but he will not help Serena solve the problem, at most, he will pay Serena more next time he asks Serena to do something.

He Xia nodded seriously, and said, "Yes, I think so too."

After speaking, he tapped a few times from his phone, and then it showed that the transfer was successful.

The capital verification process ended soon, and Boraton gave Serena a gentleman's salute with a full smile, and then nodded to Phoenix on the stage, saying that there was no problem.

"Okay, everyone, please turn your attention back to me, the old man, the Patek Philippe watch, that beautiful lady bid 400 million pounds, the caring and kind deed is moving, is there any bids, sir or madam?"

Phoenix received Pollaton's approval, immediately entered the state, and started his own work.

The atmosphere at the scene was a bit weird...

It can be seen that someone hesitated to bid, but in the end they gave up.

Pilias was puzzled. He remembered that He Xia had said that he would bid, but he sat by the side like an old monk in meditation, secretly looking at Serena. He was sure there was a secret in it!

Everyone needs secrets that cannot be debunked.

Phoenix waited for about 15 seconds, but no one raised his hand to bid, and finally dropped the hammer.

"Congratulations, the sale of 400 million pounds, Patek Philippe belongs to the kind and beautiful lady Serena, let's look at the next lot..."

The auction continued, and because the blockbuster lot was delayed for too long, the progress of the next few low-priced lots, Phoenix, was obviously accelerated.

Suddenly, He Xia felt that Pilias next to him became energetic, and sat upright, thinking that there was something worth selling, until he saw the image on the screen.

"Today's No. 20 lot is provided by Mr. Tino of Spain. Pablo Picasso's painting "The Orphan on the Wooden Chair". As you can see, the bright colors indicate the creation period of the work. Yes, this is A painting belonging to the blue period."

"I believe that all gentlemen and ladies who have a soft spot for paintings will not be unfamiliar with Picasso's paintings. The paintings of the blue period are full of sad emotions, just like those creatures fighting against death in harsh environments, they are indomitable. , endless life!"

"The starting price is 60 pounds, with a minimum increase of [-] pounds, please bid!
Picasso's paintings have always been popular auction items, no matter what level of auction they appear in, they will never be left out.

Soon, the price exceeded Pilias' expectations and came to 100 million pounds.

He Xia raised her hand again: "120 million!"

Pilias looked at He Xia in astonishment, and waved his hand at him cryptically, meaning, there is no need...

He doesn't get a dime from the painting auction, and donates it all to charity foundations. He doesn't really care how much he can sell.

He Xia himself intended to buy famous paintings to decorate his villas and castles, so he chose to bump into them and raise the prices of the auction items provided by his business partners.

"I remember this handsome gentleman is Mr. He who won the first lot. It's 120 million pounds. Is there any more?"

Phoenix received relevant information about He Xia on the way. As a qualified auctioneer, remembering the names of participants is a basic professional quality.

He Xia and Pilias sat together. Anyone with a discerning eye could see that the relationship between the two was good. Some people even attended the reception held by Pilias before and vaguely knew the cooperation between the two. This was obviously a relationship between friends. cheer each other up.

The price was already quite high, and with the addition of sophistication, the rich and famous all gave way.

Bang!
The small hammer in Phoenix's hand dropped: "Congratulations, Mr. He, this work by master Picasso belongs to you."

With a strange smile on He Xia's face, he made two shots, both of which were hits in one hit, which is too interesting...

If you count the watch he secretly entrusted Serena to bid for, all three items were sold at a buyout price!

Really do it, or don't bid, bid and win!
It's just that the process of taking it down was too smooth, which made him feel a little strange.

After the painting auction was over, there were not many items left, and the value of the items was mediocre, so Phoenix sped up the progress.

After the sale of a commemorative Medal of Honor, all lots have been sold out.

"Ladies and gentlemen, as always, none of the auction items were unsold, and I know that everyone has more than enough to say, so, any gentlemen or ladies who provide temporary treasures, please don't hide them any more, show them for us to see. "

The auction has entered the link of offering auction items on the spot.

The old Mr. Herman, who had provided the Patek Philippe World Time watch before, looked around with a smile on his face. He hoped that the auction would end here, because in this way he could win the post of honorary president of the foundation.

He has resigned from the company and has the same idea as He Xia. He plans to set up a charity organization in the coming year, focusing on the maintenance of forests and birds, and plans to study in the Ark Foundation for a period of time.

"Xia, it's your turn, hurry up, just like Phoenix said, don't hide, haha."

Pilias gently pushed He Xia with his elbow.

Judging from the current situation, He Xia's diamond necklace can command the highest price if nothing unexpected happens.

He Xia pointed to a place on the right and said, "No rush."

Pilias looked in the direction of He Xia's finger, and found that a middle-aged gentleman took out a pocket watch from his pocket and handed it to the staff.

"Oh, the watch from Sir Patslinger of Austria, let me see..."

The pocket watch was put on the auction table, Phoenix looked at it for a while, and said: "It's too expensive, haha, let's ask a professional appraiser to help take a look and recognize the true identity of this watch!"

Aside, a middle-aged lady wearing glasses stepped out from the corner of the stage, and saluted everyone respectfully after she came on stage. She is a senior appraiser in Christie's auction house, specializing in wristwatches, pocket watches and jewelry.

There are several appraisers like this resting in the background.

After a while, the appraiser finished the appraisal and said, "Sir and ladies, this is a pocket watch commemorating the [-]th anniversary of Breitling, which was born in [-]. For the first time, a waterproof function was added to a pocket watch..."

There are almost no counterfeit goods at this level of auction, and no one can afford to lose face, but occasionally there will be cases of ignorance of the goods. In this case, an appraiser needs to come out to provide information for everyone.

After the appraiser completed the appraisal and confirmed the information of the pocket watch, the auction officially began.

Pocket watch collections are obviously less popular than wristwatch collections, but this does not mean that the price of pocket watches will be lower, because old pocket watches worth collecting are much rarer than wristwatches!
Soon, the price of the Breitling pocket watch exceeded 200 million pounds, and the heaviest transaction was 280 million pounds, which did not break the previous record, which made the old German Mr. Hermann heave a sigh of relief.

Immediately afterwards, several gentlemen and ladies offered items for auction one after another, but the price was between 20 and 50, which was not high.

(End of this chapter)