No king has ever admitted that no matter how bright the sun shines, there are dark places that cannot shine. Even some saintly kings who are famous for their wisdom in history would like to describe their rule as a paradise in the history books. , but as these businessmen who travel around, they naturally see much more darkness than the average person, and of course they understand this truth.
Those who understand may not necessarily be willing to speak out, and those in power are naturally even less willing to expose these things to the world. Everyone looked at Gao Yuan, the reverence and admiration in their eyes was even higher than before. This young, sage and founding king is truly unparalleled by anyone before.
"The three ladies who invited you here today actually want to kill you." At this point, Gao Yuan suddenly changed the topic and said with a smile: "I think you are all extremely rich people, so I want to take some money from you. Pay some money!"
As soon as these words were spoken, there was a burst of laughter. The king's mind jumped wildly, and his humorous tone made everyone burst into laughter. Everyone who came today was of course prepared to be slaughtered. In fact, it was considered Don't be slaughtered. After all, the king's family has brought out real things for auction. No matter whose home it is, it is a great honor to put a few things that the king and princess have personally used. I didn't see that there are so many people outside who want to be sold. Zai is not qualified to be slaughtered yet!
Amidst laughter, Gao Yuan continued: "But when I think about it, killing everyone like this is a one-shot deal. After all, I don't have many decent guys in my family. I can't sell them all to you. Instead of doing this, It¡¯s better to invite everyone to join this cause. Of course, everyone here is a busy person, and like me, you definitely don¡¯t have the energy and time to do these things, but I think your wife stays at home and usually only works. Doing things like caring for husbands and raising children, or enjoying flowers and reciting poems, etc., I think they have a lot of time to do these charities. I wonder if you are interested in letting them join in?"
"Of course I am willing." As soon as Gao Yuan finished speaking, eager voices of response could be heard below. Who are these people? Among the richest businessmen in the Han Dynasty, none of them have a clever mind. Who would take such a good opportunity? Usually there is no way to establish a relationship with the royal family, but now the king has opened the door and welcomes everyone to come in, if they don't rush in. Wouldn¡¯t that make him a big fool? This is obvious lady diplomacy! Usually the women at home are extremely bored, and from time to time they cause troubles in the backyard. Now let them come out to do these good deeds. Firstly, they can improve their own reputation, and secondly, they can be with the three princesses. Working together, how helpful this would be to the family business!
"So I would like to thank you all here in advance." Gao Yuan laughed and said: "If you are interested in participating, please contact Mei Pu before the dinner, and he will explain some of the details to you."
After saying this, Gao Yuan walked straight down the stage, while Mei Pu walked up. He bowed his hands to everyone and said, "Everyone, Mei is acting as the auctioneer for this charity dinner auction. The things the king and princess brought out today are absolutely unique treasures. Many of them are the collections of the king and the princess. If it were not for good deeds, the king would never take them out. Here, I would like to congratulate you all. You will have an extra treasure in your home. "
There were echoes of agreement from below.
"On the table in front of everyone, each one has a wooden sign with a number corresponding to you. Basically, everyone here participated in the auction held in the parliament building some time ago, so there is no need for me to elaborate. , all the processes are basically the same. Now we will start the auction of our first collection. This is a scimitar collected by our great prince Zhiyuan. This scimitar comes from overseas. Please pick it up and start bidding. The price is one yuan, and there is no limit to the price increase each time.¡±
As soon as Mei Pu finished speaking, a businessman had already raised the sign in his hand, "One thousand."
"Prince Zhiyuan's collection, are you too stingy to only offer one thousand? I will offer five thousand." The guest at the other table sneered and raised the sign high.
After hearing two bids, the price of the scimitar soared to 5,000 yuan. Gao Yuan was also a little stunned. These people are really not ordinary rich. This scimitar was brought back from overseas by Kou Shuguang. The steel fire was good, but in fact the most precious thing was the ruby ??inlaid at the end of the scimitar handle. But in Gao Yuan's opinion, a thousand dollars was worth its weight in gold, plus the shipping costs across the ocean.
No one here is ignorant. Of course, they also understand the true value of this knife. Such an inflated value is of course based on Zhiyuan's identity.
"Ten thousand!" A person at the first table stood up and raised his hands to everyone, "Everyone, I will give you ten thousand for this knife, so don't fight with me.There are still many good things, how about giving this knife to my little brother? "
The person who stood up was Mei Tianxiao from Wu's Liquor Industry. As soon as he stood up, the others couldn't help but take a breath of cold air, and some wanted to increase the price. Thinking of this person's background, they sat down silently. Go down.
"Okay, 10,000 yuan. This knife belongs to Brother Wu." Mei Pu laughed, and the servants around him had already held the knife and sent it to Wu Tianxiao.
Wu Tianxiao took the knife, strode to Gao Yuan's table, bowed to Gao Yuan, turned around and looked at little Zhiyuan sitting there, his cheeks flushed with excitement, the little guy was selling the knife to him. I am excited about 10,000 yuan.
"Zhiyuan, my uncle gave you this knife." Mei Tianxiao placed the box in front of Gao Zhiyuan.
Hearing Mei Tianxiao calling Gao Zhiyuan this way, many people present took a breath. The relationship between the Wu and Gao families is indeed extraordinary. The majestic eldest prince, Mei Tianxiao, dared to call himself uncle.
"But Uncle Mei, I have already sold this knife." Gao Zhiyuan didn't believe his ears.
"Yes, you sold it and uncle bought it, but now uncle gives it to you, okay? Uncle knows that you treasure this knife. Don't take it out and sell it again in the future." Mei Tian said with a smile.
"Thank you, uncle." Gao Zhiyuan was overjoyed. He grabbed the box containing the knife and held it tightly in his arms.
Gao Yuan couldn't help but smile at Yan'er, "Just spoil this kid. Finally, you think of doing something serious, so you do it to him again."
"Zhiyuan likes this knife very much." Mei Tianxiao said with a smile, "Children naturally have to be pampered."
Gao Yuan nodded. At this time, Mei Pu had already taken out the second item for sale on the table, but it was an ink painting by Ning Xin. The three princesses' chess, piano, calligraphy and painting were the four masterpieces, but to outsiders, these were just legends. That's it, there is no work that has been circulated at all. As soon as this ink painting appeared on the scene, it immediately attracted everyone's attention.
"Everyone, this painting was made by the Third Princess. The poem on the painting was written by the King. It was the First Princess who wrote it with a pen. Therefore, the starting price of this painting is one thousand yuan, with no limit to the increase." Mei Pu opened his mouth. , the signs below were raised one after another.
"Birds in thousands of mountains have disappeared, and all traces of people have been wiped out. A lone man with a coir raincoat fishes alone in the snow in the cold river." Yan Shenghao turned his head and looked at Gao Yuan in shock, "Your Majesty, the artistic conception of this painting matches this poem so well. , I have been following you for many years, and I still don¡¯t know that you have such a talent, I am really ashamed.¡±
Gao Yuan touched his nose and thought that I have a fart talent, just being a porter. This painting was drawn by Ning Xin based on the meaning of the poem. The poem came first and then the painting.
In an instant, the price of this painting with poetry was increased to 100,000 yuan. The one who succeeded was a Hejian businessman, who turned his head and looked at Yan Shenghao with a smile.
Tibetan soldiers were brought out one after another, and they were all bought in the blink of an eye. The price was so high that Gao Yuan and his family were shocked. In this short period of time, the money had been raised. It's more than five hundred thousand taels, so it's a little easier to come by.
Cao Tianci hurriedly walked in from the outside, raised his head and glanced at the situation inside the house, walked quietly to Gao Yuan's side, leaned over and whispered in his ear: "Your Majesty, there is news from Niu Ben. He sent He Lanjie back, and I have brought He Lanjie to the palace to wait. "
Gao Yuan raised his head, "Niu Ben hasn't come back?"
"Yes, I heard from He Lanjie that Niu Ben still needs to collect some information over there, so he is sent back first. He will report the specific situation to the king himself," Cao Tianci said.
Gao Yuan glanced at the bustling auction scene, nodded, and whispered to Ye Jing'er beside him: "I have something to do. I have to go back to the palace right away. You can stay here."
"Brother, go ahead. It looks like we will raise a lot of money today. The contents of your box haven't come out yet. I guess we can raise over a million yuan today."
"The more the better, the more the better!" Gao Yuan smiled and turned to Yan Shenghao and said: "Old Yan, let's go first."
The two stood up and retreated quietly.
In the palace, He Lanjie looked haggard all the way across the desert. Even though he was already familiar with the road when he returned, it was still not something that ordinary people could bear. At this time, he had completely lost weight. He has a stubbled beard and looks as embarrassed as he wants.
Rapid footsteps sounded outside, and Helan Jie stood up suddenly. As soon as he saw it, Gao Yuan was already striding over with Yan Shenghao.
"He Lanjie has met the king!" He Lanjie gave Gao Yuan a military salute.
"You have worked hard along the way, is this trip going well?" Gao Yuan patted He Lanjie on the shoulder, "Sit down."Come on. "
"Back to the king, everything went well on this trip." He Lanjie nodded, "But there were some unexpected situations that we didn't expect, so General Niu stayed there." (~^~)