HCB Chapter 213 Auction
Chapter 213 Auction
Everyone started buying the sculptures they liked. Those who liked the small ornaments took them in their hands and asked, "Boss, how much is this?"
Gu Dajiang looked at the little monkey and the little golden toad ornaments in his hands, and said with a friendly smile, "Sir, you have chosen two, for a total of two taels of silver."
The guest readily gave the money and stuffed the small ornament he bought into his arms with satisfaction.
In just a moment, several small items were sold out.
Only those who bought big items are still arguing about it.
Gu Fu moved closer to his second uncle and pulled his sleeve.
Gu Dajiang saw his niece pulling him, so he lowered his head and moved closer to her, "Fuer, what's wrong?"
Gu Fu said, "Second uncle, we have few goods but many buyers. Why don't we auction off the big ones? The highest bidder will win."
Gu Dajiang immediately recalled the scene of the auction in his mind, nodded happily and said, "Fuer, this is a good idea, then Second Uncle will host the auction."
Gu Fu raised his little face and nodded happily to his second uncle. Then he stood with a few little brothers and watched his second uncle preside over the auction.
Fortunately, Song Renjing arranged three berths for the Gu family, so there was enough space at this time.
Gu Dajiang shouted to the people who were still arguing, "Dear guests, please listen to me."
When everyone heard Gu Dajiang's words, they immediately stopped arguing and looked at him.
Seeing that everyone was quiet, Gu Dajiang continued, "There are only a few ornaments left. You have been arguing for so long, I think you all really want to buy them. Since the argument can't produce a conclusion, why don't we auction them off. The highest bidder wins. If you don't want to, you can withdraw and just watch the fun from the side."
After Gu Dajiang finished speaking, he instructed the intelligent robots to spread the mats used in the morning on the open space of the bunks.
"Now, those who want to participate in the auction can choose a seat and sit down. Those who have no such intention, please leave the shop and watch outside the shop. I would like to thank you all for your cooperation." Gu Dajiang said to everyone.
Seeing that Second Uncle had made all the arrangements, Gu Fu released his mental power and found the auction set in the space - the auction hammer and the number plate, and placed them in an empty box next to Second Uncle. Then he quietly winked at Second Uncle and pointed out the location.
Gu Dajiang immediately understood the tacit understanding between the uncle and nephew. He saw that those who wanted to participate in the auction all sat on the mats under the arrangement of the smart butler.
Then he took out number plates from the box next to him and distributed them to everyone. He placed the auction hammer in front of him and explained the rules of the auction to everyone.
Song Renjing, who was standing by, was puzzled when he saw what Gu Dajiang took out. He thought to himself, could it be that Second Uncle had already prepared something?
Next, Gu Dajiang started bidding from slightly smaller ornaments.
People have also made the transition from just hearing the term "auction" to having a deep understanding of what an auction is.
The auction process is full of tension and excitement, which makes people's heart beat faster and faster. Every bid is full of anticipation, and people don't know who will be the next bidder and how high the price will go. Everyone inside and outside the venue is on tenterhooks.
This exciting atmosphere and vitality made people feel the charm of the auction. It also made Zesheng County, which had been depressed for a long time, lively again. More and more people were watching.
"Everyone, it's time for the moment that everyone is looking forward to. We are now going to auction off our last lot. It is also the largest wood carving work offered by Taohua Mountain Lord this time - Buddha Shining on the Peak, Monk Begins the Zen Journey. It is also carved from boxwood. The starting price is three hundred taels, and each bid must not be less than ten taels. Please go ahead."
Gu Dajiang's passionate and infectious voice once again ignited everyone's emotions. People cheered and responded, and the scene was extremely lively.
"Five hundred taels!" someone shouted immediately.
"I'll offer six hundred taels!" someone immediately followed.
A new round of fierce bidding was about to begin, and it was at this time that King Li and Master Yuanhui returned to the West Square.
The group looked towards the bustling area not far away in confusion. King Li called his men and asked, "What's going on over there? Why are there so many people gathered there?"
The subordinate said, "Reporting to the prince, it is the Gu family who are holding an auction over there."
"Auction?" King Li repeated the term. He exchanged a glance with Master Yuanhui, and seeing doubts in the other's eyes, he invited him, "Master, would you like to come with me and take a look?"
"That's exactly what I meant." Master Yuanhui said with a smile.
Along the way, King Li's subordinates quickly gave the two of them a brief introduction to the auction.
When the two men came closer, some people saw King Li and the Master coming and automatically made way. Those who wanted to salute were stopped by King Li.
With everyone giving way, the group successfully reached the front of the crowd.
As soon as Master Yuanhui saw the sculpture in the field, he was stunned. Although he was shocked, he did not show any sign on his face.
When Gu Dajiang and everyone else in the venue saw this, they stopped bidding and stood up to greet him.
Sitting for a long time makes people's legs numb. Everyone's mind was so focused on the auction that they didn't pay attention. Now they stood up suddenly. Some of them were about to fall down because they lacked concentration. Fortunately, they were supported in time by people around them and avoided falling.
King Li said hurriedly, "Everyone, please stand up. No need to be polite. This king and Master Yuanhui are just here to take a look. You don't have to be restrained. Just continue."
"Okay, Your Highness, please wait a moment." After saying this, Gu Dajiang immediately ordered the smart butler to find two chairs nearby for the two of them to sit down.
Just as he was about to continue, he heard Master Yuanhui say, "Wait a minute! May I ask who made this sculpture, Mr. Gu?"
"To reply to the master, this sculpture was made by the Lord of Peach Blossom Mountain." Gu Dajiang felt guilty when he thought about how he had concealed his brother's true identity and even said that his brother was a hermit in order to create momentum. Sweat broke out on his forehead.
"Mr. Gu, could you introduce this Lord of Peach Blossom Mountain to me? He should be very important to me." Master Yuanhui said solemnly.
What no one knew was that the picture carved by Gu Dahe was exactly the picture that Master Yuanhui dreamed of before he decided to travel.
King Li also chimed in at this time, "Mr. Gu, can you try to introduce the Master to the Lord of Peach Blossom Mountain and let them meet?"
"In reply to the prince, let me pass the message back and ask about this matter first." Gu Dajiang said.
"Okay, then I'll trouble you sir." King Li said with a smile.
Gu Dajiang was about to go back to preside over the auction when Master Yuanhui stopped him and said, "Wait a minute, Mr. Gu, may I ask if you want to sell this item?"
"Master, that's exactly what I want to sell," Gu Dajiang replied.
"I am willing to pay ten thousand taels. Please sell this ornament to me." Master Yuanhui said.
Then he said to the people who were attending the auction, "Dear donors, I am really sorry, but this sculpture is really destined to be with me. I am sorry to have kept you waiting for so long. I have some amulets that I made and blessed, and I would like to give them to you as compensation. I hope you will forgive me."
When everyone heard this, they were extremely happy, because that was the amulet made and blessed by Master Yuanhui of Daxiangguo Temple.
Not to mention that this auction is for the highest bidder, Master Yuanhui even offered a high price of 10,000 taels.
Everyone responded happily, and Master Yuanhui distributed the amulets to the little monks, asking them to divide them up one by one.
When the Gu family first heard the price, they felt like they were hit on the head by the money.
Gu Dajiang came to his senses and looked at his niece. Gu Fu just raised the Buddhist beads in his hand and made a gift-giving shape with his lips.
Gu Dajiang got the meaning of his niece and said, "Thank you for your kindness, but ten thousand taels is too much. I have already received your blessing today. If you don't mind this sculpture, I will give it to you. I hope you won't refuse it."