521: Chapter 521: Spiritual Object 521: Chapter 521: Spiritual Object “You really dare to play,” Huangfu Jing said with a light smile.
Tangyu shrugged his shoulders, “Who made him provoke me?
There’s a saying for this, what’s it called again?
‘Acting tough brings thunder strikes’—I hate when people provoke my bottom line.
I was already displeased with him, and he dared to mess with me, if I don’t play him, who would I play?”
A flicker moved through Huangfu Jing’s eyes.
She was unaware of the grudge between Tangyu and Liu Dingyang, no wonder the atmosphere was off as soon as they met.
As they say, enemies are extra inimical upon meeting—Tangyu’s actions were indeed within reason.
Huangfu Qingyun and Xiao Yu were also wearing faint smiles.
Probably only Tangyu could repeatedly make Liu Dingyang suffer.
It can only be said that a fierce person encounters someone even fiercer; Tangyu simply didn’t fear him and didn’t regard him, which is why he was always so reckless.
And the fact that Tangyu had never lost to Liu Dingyang was due to Tangyu’s own skills, which indubitably earned admiration.
“Next, we invite the thirty-sixth treasure to the stage,” announced the host.
Suddenly, an inexplicable throbbing surged in Tangyu’s heart as his gaze settled on this thirty-sixth treasure—a somewhat oddly shaped Jade Plate, shining wholly white.
If one were to judge it as a piece of jade, it would definitely be of top grade rarity, exceptionally rare.
However, the stirring in Tangyu’s heart was not because it was an exquisite piece of jade, but rather because this jade seemed to possess a certain spirituality, making Tangyu feel it was alive.
No mistake, though clearly an inanimate object, Tangyu felt it was alive.
This sensation was extremely peculiar, much like the Mind Stone.
No, to be precise, it felt even more spiritual than the Mind Stone.
Although the Mind Stone was somewhat spiritual, that was only between the parent stone and child stone that one would feel such an induction; it was very hard to feel manually.
But this Jade Plate gave Tangyu a very strong sensation.
There’s a saying: all objects have spirituality.
Tangyu had always been somewhat skeptical about this statement.
Tangyu knew that in this world, some things indeed carried spirituality that couldn’t be explained but were truly existent.
Perhaps this world did contain some legendary items that Tangyu didn’t know of, but he certainly felt their presence.
And obviously, his master kept many things from him.
“It would be great if I could win this auction,” Tangyu thought to himself.
However, he was concealing his interest, as he had noticed that Liu Dingyang was watching him.
If Liu Dingyang knew that he wanted to bid for the Jade Plate, he would definitely jump out to inflate the price.
Having made Liu Dingyang suffer a significant loss before, if this guy raised the price to four hundred million, then Tangyu couldn’t afford it.
Tangyu turned to Liu Dingyang and said, “Why, are you interested in this Jade Plate?
I’m interested too, what should we do?”
Tangyu was deliberately trying to entrap Liu Dingyang with these words and deceive him.
“Just some broken Jade Plate, if you want it, take it,” said Liu Dingyang, though his gaze grew somewhat profound.
The host began introducing the Jade Plate, “This Jade Plate is called the ‘Dragon Plate,’ because it is carved with realistically lively dragons.
The Jade Plate is purely white, without a single impurity, one could say it’s an extremely rare, exquisite Jade.
Such a large piece of jade with no impurities; this level of purity is almost unprecedented, or at least so far, no matching piece has been found.
The most marvelous part is the age of this Jade Plate—it is incredibly ancient.
Exactly how old it is cannot be determined, but there are rough estimates, at least over two thousand years.
Preserving its perfection for such an extended period and still being so finely carved, it is indeed a miracle.
Jade can nourish humans; Jade can soothe the heart.
An ancient saying goes: Jade can also be spiritual.
It is said that this Dragon Plate can also be spiritual.
Of course, whether this is true or not, I won’t comment, especially since I don’t understand mysticism.
Alright, the starting bid is ten million, feel free to place your bids,” said the host.
Upon hearing this starting price, Tangyu felt a bit relieved; it was still within his affordable range.
Tangyu composed a text message on his phone and stealthily sent it to Huangfu Jing.
Huangfu Jing glanced at her phone, a trace of peculiar expression flashed in her eyes as she looked at Tangyu, but she quickly withdrew it and discreetly put away her phone.
Interest in this Jade Plate was evidently not high.
It took over twenty seconds before someone made a bid of eleven million.
Two to three minutes passed and the price had only risen to twenty-three million.
From the looks of it, climbing higher seemed difficult.
Seeing the right moment, Huangfu Jing raised her placard and bid, “Twenty-four million.”
Liu Dingyang’s eyes flickered with suspicion as he looked at Huangfu Jing.
He naturally suspected that Huangfu Jing was bidding on behalf of Tangyu.
Huangfu Jing looked at Liu Dingyang and said, “What’s the matter, Young Master Liu?
Are you interested in this Jade Plate too?
Surely you’re not thinking of competing with me?
I rarely take a fancy to something, Young Master Liu, you wouldn’t snatch it from me, would you?”
Huangfu Qingyun’s gaze also shifted over.
From Huangfu Qingyun’s look, Liu Dingyang felt a sense of pressure.
Everyone knew about the relationship between Huangfu Qingyun and Huangfu Jing.
Provoking Huangfu Jing would clearly offend Huangfu Qingyun.
The outwardly elegant Huangfu Qingyun was definitely not one to be trifled with.
“Miss Huangfu Jing makes a joke.
Since it’s something you fancy, how could I possibly compete with you?” said Liu Dingyang.
“Then I’ll be unreserved,” said Huangfu Jing.
For a moment, no one else made a higher offer, and the host’s gaze swept over the attendees; the price of twenty-four million was indeed a reasonable one for this Jade Plate.
“Since no one else is bidding, I am about to close the sale,” said the host with a smile.
However, just as his gavel was raised, a voice that was not very loud rang out, “Twenty-five million.”
Upon hearing that voice, Tangyu’s eyebrows also creased slightly, wondering why Cheng Yaojin charging out at this time, just when the Jade Plate was about to fall into his hands.
Tangyu looked over, but he did not recognize the bidder.
He glanced at Liu Dingyang, Tangyu had been watching Liu Dingyang, also wary that Liu Dingyang might use the same tactics he had prepared, using a mobile phone to have someone drive up the price, but Liu Dingyang had made no move all this while.
Therefore, the person making the bid was likely not Liu Dingyang’s man.
Could it be Sun Wukong’s person?
It didn’t seem so; the bidder was sitting in a remote corner, inconspicuous and average, not drawing any attention.
Even now, being stared at by many, he still maintained his demeanor, unfazed by the storm around him.
Xiao Yu also sized up the man and said to Tangyu, “It’s Li Feng from the Li Family.”
“The Li Family?” Tangyu raised his eyebrows.
In the major family forces of Donglin City, there didn’t seem to be a Li Family, did there?
“Although the Li Family does not have a prominent reputation or any clout in Donglin City and has always kept a low profile, this guy is a very special existence.
Although he seems very ordinary, even mediocre, that is not actually the case.
The Li Family is quite unique; I always feel that the Li Family hides a terribly profound background, though this is just my feeling.
In any case, the Li Family is not easy to provoke.
Of course, the Li Family has always been extremely low-profile and never actively troubles others, and likewise, no one has ever bothered the Li Family.
It is strange, a lot of important figures are very courteous towards the Li Family, even my grandfather has instructed me not to conflict with the Li Family, and when I asked him why, he always refused to say.
It’s very strange.” Xiao Yu said.
Huangfu Qingyun also nodded and added, “My grandfather has mentioned it to me as well.”
Tangyu was immediately shocked and looked at Li Feng with even more surprise and curiosity.
What on earth did the Li Family possess that even the elders of the Xiao family and Huangfu Family were so courteous towards them?
A family without ostentation or fame, yet holding such power was indeed intriguing.
Tangyu faintly felt that perhaps the Li Family held many secrets unknown to others.
Either way, Tangyu now regarded Li Feng with newfound importance in his mind.
“Thirty million.” Huangfu Jing raised the bid.
“One hundred million.” After a while, Li Feng directly stated one hundred million.
This move did surprise Xiao Yu.
Li Feng had always been extremely low-key, absent from any entertainment venues, private clubs, and even high-society banquets, and it was very difficult to find him in Donglin City unless one visited his home.
However, he was now showing a high-profile behavior, bidding straight to one hundred million.
It looked like he was determined to get the Jade Plate.
“Huangfu Jing, let it go, give the Jade Plate to him.
There’s no need to start a conflict with the Li Family,” Huangfu Qing said.
If it had been something Huangfu Jing liked, perhaps she would have let it go, but the object was something Tangyu wanted, and he too was determined to get it, so Huangfu Jing still looked inquiringly towards Tangyu.
Xiao Yu and Huangfu Qing also knew that the object was originally what Tangyu wanted.
Liu Dingyang’s lips curved into a sinister smile as he watched Tangyu.
Tangyu pondered for a moment, then said, “Three hundred million.”
Huangfu Qing and Xiao Yu looked at each other, but neither said anything.
Li Feng finally lifted his head to look towards Tangyu, his face showing no sign of displeasure, but rather a friendly smile, even nodding his head slightly towards Tangyu as if greeting a friend.
This unexpected behavior left Xiao Yu and the others puzzled.
Could it be that Tangyu knew Li Feng?
Liu Dingyang’s eyebrows also deeply furrowed.
“Five hundred million,” Li Feng uttered casually.
The crowd was then stirred, and some commotion started to arise.
Realistically speaking, the Jade Plate might have been worth thirty million at most, but now the bidding had skyrocketed directly to five hundred million.
Furthermore, this was not a usual increase; it was an increment of two hundred million each time.
Tangyu and Li Feng became the focus of thousands present.
Tangyu, who was considered a nobody, had also played the part of a tycoon this time.
Tangyu was quite frustrated, realizing that Li Feng was indeed harsh, having bid up to five hundred million.
And judging by his demeanor, it was clear he might still raise the bid.
Continuing would only push the price higher, which Tangyu was really unwilling to accept.
The maximum amount he could offer was three hundred million, beyond that, he definitely could not afford it.
“Tangyu, if you really want this Dragon Plate, I can lend you the money,” Huangfu Jing said.
Xiao Yu hesitated for a moment then said, “I can also lend you the money, just keep bidding.”
Tangyu hesitated for a while but then shook his head and said, “No need, I appreciate your kindness, thank you.
There’s no point in continuing.
Since he wants it, let’s just give it to him.” Owing favors was tough, and Tangyu was very reluctant to borrow money from others, so after thinking it over, he had no choice but to give up.
Though reluctantly, that was the only option left.
In the end, the Jade Plate was sold for five hundred million, setting a new high for the day.