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- Guests arrived one after another, including wealthy businessmen, celebrities, and politicians, some of whom were acquainted with Qu Wen.
Nowadays, Qu Wen is also a world-famous person with wealth, fame, and knowledge. He is not a sudden rich in the eyes of ordinary people, because Qu Wen has the aura of an international appraisal master, which many people do not have.
For Qu Wen, charity galas in the upper class are just pretentious galas, where a group of wealthy and well-established people come here to show their faces and buy fame. Although I ate something to fill my stomach before coming here, I still habitually went to the dining table and attended the party while eating.
¡°Man is a very strange animal. When his status reaches a certain height, no one will be surprised by anything he does, thinking it is due to his character.
¡°In the past, if Qu Wen stood at the dining table and kept eating like this, he would have been looked down upon by others. Now that Qu Wen has become famous, people who know him say that Qu Wen likes to eat and is a gourmet. In this way, it is the same eating, but the realm and meaning are different. Others eat more because they are greedy; he eats more because he is a gourmet.
Chen Wei and Gong Xiaolan were following him but did not dare to do what he did. Han Xueer, on the other hand, ate without any courtesy. Others saw that it was the female guest brought by Qu Wen and thought she was his new favorite. Han Xueer looked cute again. He didn't say much about her.
"Gentlemen and ladies, I am very happy that you can come to today's charity gala. On this holy day, under the inspiration of the Lord, we are participating in charity. I would like to thank Mr. Albert of the Global Fund and International Aid Mr. Mark from the organization, and Miss Xiang Wanjie, the person in charge of the charity fund from China" When everyone was almost there, the lights in the venue suddenly dimmed, with only two beams shining in front of the stage. Brandon walked slowly to the stage. Shang stood in front of the microphone and spoke.
Most of the guests present knew Albert and Mark, but were relatively unfamiliar with Xiang Wanjie. When Xiang Wanjie slowly walked to the front in a silver-white evening dress, everyone's eyes were attracted to her.
¡°I¡¯ve been guessing who the representative from China is, but I didn¡¯t expect it to be such a beautiful lady.¡±
"I wonder if she has a lover. A beautiful and elegant woman like her must be pursued by many people."
"I think you have no chance. I just saw her coming with the chairman of Quhanyuan."
"Oh, that's a pity, but I envy Mr. Qu very much. How come he has such good luck with women and such good energy."
Qu Wen was shot while lying down. There was a small group of people talking about it, but the topic of discussion turned out to be himself. They seem to be more interested in the gossip between men and women.
"For this charity gala, many celebrities generously donated a total of 32 charity items to us. As the organizer, we are going to auction all 32 charity items, and all the money raised will be used for charity. Reconstruction and medical work in refugee camps in Africa." Brandon continued. This sentence aroused the interest of many people.
Qu Wen has participated in charity galas several times. Generally speaking, he either relies on celebrity fame to make donations or donates through auctions, and he prefers the latter of the two. Auction donations are both fun and practical. It's just that Xiang Wanjie didn't tell herself before coming that she didn't know what would be put up for auction later.
"Why didn't you tell me that tonight was a charity gala?" Qu Wen asked Chen Wei, thinking that she knew but didn't tell him.
"I'm not sure either. Wanjie only asked me to attend. I'll go on stage with her to take photos and speak. I don't understand anything else." Chen Wei also looked confused. Xiang Wanjie did not mention this to her.
"What about you?" Qu Wen turned to Qiao Yuening, who had a very good relationship with Xiang Wanjie. She was particularly honest tonight. She pretended to be a lady and followed Zhang Qinghan quietly from beginning to end. This made Qu Wen feel relieved. Less angry.
"Wanjie said that you are busy with work and don't want to distract you. Everyone knows that you are a collector. If they knew, they would definitely distract you. Are you blaming me? How should I compensate you?"
Qu Wen didn¡¯t dare to ask for compensation from this woman. The further away from such a demonized character, the better.
"Forget it, it's the same if you know it sooner or later." With Qu Wen's current ability, he doesn't need to participate in any pre-shooting. He can know the authenticity and market value of something as soon as it is placed in front of him, but he is a little curious in his heart. What will be inside the thirty-two lots.
Because it was not a formal auction, the four major organizers did not invite a master of ceremonies. Instead, they invited a beautiful star from Hollywood to be the host to help auction the 32 charity items.
As expected, half of the 32 charity items were items used by Hollywood stars and American football stars, such as performance clothes worn by Elvis Presley. The sneakers worn by basketball superstar Russell, Mai Nana¡¯s diamond necklace, etc.
These things have a certain significance in the eyes of Western celebrities and fansThe value of it has no meaning in Qu Wen's opinion, and even if it does, it will be many years later.
At this point, Qiao Yuening said that Qu Wen is a collection fan rather than a money fan. He disdains things that are of low value or have no aura. These things are not enough for him to spend tens of millions of dollars.
The charity auction went very quickly, and everyone made symbolic bids. The purpose was not for the auction items, but to show their faces in front of the media. In just one hour, half of the charity auction items were sold.
"Next up is a piece of Xia Dynasty jade with an eagle pattern that was donated to the ladies from China." Female star Fanny briefly introduced, her face slightly red, because the catalog only wrote the name of the item, not what the jade was. What is the purpose of the thing? If someone asks, I don¡¯t know how to answer.
"I have heard of ancient Chinese porcelain, but I have never heard of Chinese jade. It may be a kind of ancient Chinese jade." Sure enough, some familiar Western celebrities on the sidelines commented, and I don't know who suddenly shouted in the crowd. He shouted: "Isn't Mr. Qu from Quhanyuan here? Why don't we invite him to the stage to explain."
After just over a year of development, especially after the opening of the International Pavilion, Quhanyuan has become a well-known large-scale auction house in the world. The items it sells are famous for their high quality, precision and authenticity. Its good reputation guarantees that it has attracted a large number of international collectors and wealthy businessmen. Rushing like a duck. Qu Wen's reputation became more and more famous.
"Then we would like to invite Mr. Qu, the chairman of Quhanyuan, to come on stage and explain it to everyone." Brandon walked up to the stage and said enthusiastically. He could guess why there was no detailed explanation in the introduction catalog. This must be because Xiang Wanjie stayed on purpose. Foreshadowing, maybe the person who asked Qu Wen to explain on stage just now was also the person she arranged.
Before Qu Wen could agree, the audience burst into warm applause, and the lights and eyes turned to Qu Wen, who was eating. At this time, he was holding a large plate of food in his hand.
Seeing this, everyone smiled. Rumor has it that Qu Wen is a master of connoisseurs and a gourmet, and with his wealth and status, he was so casual on such an occasion. He has a flamboyant personality and no one will think there is anything wrong with him.
"It's not easy to eat anything." Qu Wen cursed in his heart, put down the plate, wiped his mouth with a tissue in a gentlemanly manner, and walked to the stage in front of everyone's attention.
First, he looked carefully at the jade with the eagle pattern on display, and then said loudly: "To be honest, when Miss Fanny talked about the jade with the eagle pattern just now, my appetite was reduced by half. And I don't want to say that myself I also intend to bid for this piece of jade. Now that I have to explain it to everyone, my pressure will increase."
The audience burst into laughter. Qu Wen himself didn¡¯t find anything funny, he could only say that the point of laughter of Westerners is too low.
"Yugui is a name for ancient Chinese jade articles. It is specially used for jade ritual utensils used by ancient emperors and princes for appointments, sacrifices, and funerals. They are generally in the shape of a long strip, with the top pointed and the bottom pointed. The shape and size vary depending on the title and purpose. Strange. I have just seen that this piece of eagle-patterned jade is indeed a product of the Xia Dynasty of China in terms of its workmanship, shape and coating. It has a history of more than 4,000 years. One side is decorated with a big eye pattern, and the other side is decorated with The eagle with its wings spread out should be used by kings according to the hierarchy at that time. There is another poem written by Emperor Qianlong of China on it. From the Shang and Zhou dynasties, the eagle and the bear were engraved to symbolize heroes. I also described the Three Kings' Law, which is a metaphor. Why do you want to open the Five Hegemons It can be seen that this is something that has been used by generations of emperors. If you want me to make a price, I am willing to directly ask for 10 million US dollars." Qu Wen finally quoted the price. come out.
There was an uproar in the venue.
As the prices of Chinese antiques continue to rise, Western collectors are becoming more and more interested in Chinese antiques, especially items used by kings, marquises and generals who are bound to rush to buy them.
Qu Wen first offered a price of 10 million US dollars. Some people suspected that this was a game set by the organizer. But more people think that this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It has four thousand years of history and has been used by several generations of Chinese kings. It is definitely worth ten million.
"I will pay eleven million."
"Twelve million."
"Twelve and a half million."
"Fourteen million!"
Hearing the bids from everyone, Qu Wen shook his head helplessly. He knew that after he explained and quoted a price of 10 million, someone would definitely follow suit and raise the price. If he starts quoting a lower price. It will be easy to buy later, but as a qualified treasure appraiser and collector, your professional ethics will not allow you to devalue it.
She sighed softly and turned to look at Xiang Wanjie, who was sitting in the audience with a cunning look on her face. I immediately understood her intention. She knew that this was a national treasure, she knew that she liked this kind of thing, and she knew that this piece of eagle-patterned jade was worth more than 10 million U.S. dollars. She did this simply because she wanted to buy it for herself, so that she could show her face. You can also show your face.
"I will pay you fifteen million!" The poem is veryHe stood on the stage and made his bid in embarrassment, because everyone was looking at him, and the reporters' cameras were also pointed at him.
"Sixteen million." Francis stood up. With his net worth, sixteen million was nothing.
"Eighteen million!" Another American businessman stood up. Qu Wen knew that he was a giant in the international Internet industry.
"Twenty million!" Another foreigner stood up, his noble temperament naturally exuding.
"Twenty-two million." Qu Wen raised his hand, feeling like he was being punished to stand in front of everyone.
Wow¡ª¡ª
There was another exclamation in the audience. Unexpectedly, the price rose to 22 million in just a short time. If this was the organizer's game and no one followed the bid, wouldn't the organizer suffer a big loss? The same thought flashed through the minds of many people, and everyone who looked at Qu Wen thought that this possibility was unlikely.
"Twenty-five million!" the Internet giant shouted again. He expressed great interest in this piece of eagle-patterned jade.
"Thirty million!" Francis shouted immediately. Thirty million is the money he spends to buy a super luxury car or a mansion.
As the price rose rapidly, more and more bidders came. Thirty million US dollars was definitely a sky-high price. Everyone looked at Francis and then at Qu Wen, ignoring the Internet giant. It seemed that this was between the two of them. war.
He glanced at Xiang Wanjie unconsciously, and Xiang Wanjie also gave him a smile with ulterior motives.
Qu Wen gritted his teeth and shouted in a voice similar to a roar: "Fifty million!"
Wow¡ª¡ª
There was an uproar at first, then silence, so quiet that you could hear a pin drop.
Fifty million is not five thousand yuan, not Vietnamese Dong or RMB. Fifty million US dollars is enough for many people to live a comfortable life. Even the many guests who come here may not be able to spend so much or be willing to spend so much money.
Qu Wen shouted loudly, but his face looked casual, and his wealth was staggering.
Standing next to him, Fanny, the Hollywood movie star, looked at her with reverence and yearning. It would be great if she was his woman. In surprise, Fanny forgot to ask the audience about the price.
"Who else is willing to pay a higher price?" After waiting for a while, Qu Wen couldn't wait any longer and asked himself.
There was a burst of laughter on the sidelines.
Qu Wen turned to Francis: "Mr. Francis, if you don't bid again, I will declare this jade to be mine."
Francis bowed politely. Expressing his admiration for Qu Wen, he withdrew from the bidding.
"Okay then, I announce that I will buy this jade guide for 50 million." Qu Wen said to himself, smashed the hammer, and then walked to the audience with the eagle pattern jade guide with a cheerful look. I secretly breathed a sigh of relief on the way.
It was then that Fanny came to her senses and said from behind: "Thank you Mr. Qu for your righteous deeds for international charity."
Isn¡¯t it a righteous act? Qu Wen smiled bitterly in his heart. The international auction price of this piece of jade had reached the top, which was only 25 to 30 million US dollars. He had paid double the price, and the extra money was clearly a loss.
When he returned to the dining table, Han Xueer had another small piece of cake on the plate, pointing a fork at Qu Wen: "Let you go on stage and explain how you bought something. You are really rich at 50 million."
Han Xueer has some understanding of Qu Wen¡¯s current economic situation. He appears to be rich but is actually extremely poor. He always talks about when he will get the company¡¯s year-end dividends when he has nothing to do at home.
¡°You think I¡¯m thinking, I came here today just to buy face with money, 50 million, how thick is it for me to post a picture of myself?¡±
"The small bills are enough for you to flip in the swimming pool." Han Xueer put down the plate and took Yugui away from Qu Wen without asking. "What's so good about this thing? My master doesn't even know how many pieces it costs."
Others don¡¯t know Han Xueer¡¯s identity and background, but Qu Wen does. Her master is like a god. Who knows how many treasures he has hidden in his home.
"Since your master has so many, why not ask him to give me one or two yuan."
"You have a good idea. You already have 50 million yuan, so he has 20 to 30 million yuan at least. If you have the ability, go to him yourself." Han Xueer said. After looking at Yugui in his hand for a while, he returned it to Qu Wen and continued to eat his own cake.
"I would like to, but I don't know your master? When will you introduce me to him?"
"Actually, it's easy for you to see my master. I tell you, you just need to find a few people. My master will definitely meet you obediently."
"who?"
"Put your ears over." Han Xueer waited for Qu Wen to move his head closer and whispered a few words in his ear.Qu Wen's eyes suddenly widened.
"You, you, you mean"
"Can you please keep your voice down?" Han Xueer glared fiercely.
I don¡¯t know what Han Xueer and Qu Wen said. They looked mysterious. Zhang Qinghan and others knew Han Xueer¡¯s identity, so they didn¡¯t dare to ask more and could only look at it curiously.
The subsequent auction went smoothly. At Qu Wen¡¯s suggestion, Julia also spent six million to buy a sapphire necklace, and Zhang Qinghan bought a European medieval sterling silver music box. The charity auction raised a total of US$103 million, half of which came from Quwen.
At the end of the charity auction, there was free time. At this time, the guests gathered in groups of three or three, and people came to get closer and connect with each other. The reporters were busy looking for newsmakers at the venue and digging out valuable news. After a while, Xiang Wanjie, Chen Wei, Qiao Yuening, Julia and Han Xueer were asked to take photos several times by reporters, like models taking photos for a photo album. However, with the appearance and figure of the five women, she is definitely the goddess in the hearts of all otakus.
"Mr. Qu." Brandon, Albert and Mark walked to the side with champagne. Obviously Qu Wen's performance tonight made people very fond of him. Charity people like to associate with rich people, and generous rich people. People come and go, you can tell this just by looking at the smiles on the faces of the three people.
"What's the matter, Mr. Brandon?" From the beginning to the present, Qu Wen has always been at the dining table. From time to time, people come over to say hello and chat with him, but he will not leave.
"Tonight, I want to thank Mr. Qu for his generous donation and help for the refugees in Africa, so the three of us would like to make a special trip to toast you." As soon as Brandon spoke, the other two people laughed enthusiastically.
Looking at the expressions of the three of them, the first thing Qu Wen thought of was to hold his wallet tightly. Who knows how much he would have to pay under their eloquent words.
I thought in my heart but said: "This is what I should do. I have made so much money and should make some returns to the international community. If I have the opportunity, I hope to help more people."
Hearing Qu Wen¡¯s words, a glimmer of light flashed in the eyes of the three of them at the same time. Albert immediately said: ¡°Mr. Qu is such a caring person, why don¡¯t we sit down next to him and chat slowly.¡±
"Okay!" Qu Wen replied readily. The other party wanted to catch his big fish, but he also wanted to be Jiang Taigong. - Didn't finish reading? Add this book to your favoritesI'm a member and bookmarked this chapterCopy the address of this book and recommend it to your friends for pointsChapter error? Click here to report
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