430: Challenge

Challenge

However, Han Cheng was alone. Xi Ting narrowed his eyes and looked around. That mysterious wife of his was nowhere in sight.

Just then…

Someone suddenly came to Han Cheng's side and whispered something in his ear. Han Cheng raised his head slightly and when his gaze reached this side, his eyes were immediately locked on Xi Ting…

They looked at each other. Xi Ting's eyes were deep while a smile appeared on Han Cheng's poised face.

"President Han, Xi Ting is here…" The person beside him whispered.

Han Cheng nodded and walked towards Xi Ting. 

"President Xi, I've heard many things about you."

He held out his hand and shook Xi Ting's.

Xi Ting smiled as well, "It's my honor. It's a great pleasure to meet President Han."

He then introduced Qin Yan to him, "President Han, this is my girlfriend Qin Yan."

Han Cheng nodded before looking in the direction of Qin Yan. As he looked at Qin Yan, he froze. She…She...

His eyes widened in shock. How come…This girl…

Qin Yan smiled at Han Cheng and greeted him. She noticed that Han Cheng was in a daze but she couldn't understand why. 

Han Cheng finally came back to his senses and displayed a stiff smile on his face before greeting Qin Yan. He then hurried away from the couple as if running away from them.

When he went away, Qin Yan then looked up at Xi Ting and asked, "What was going on? Did you come to this event so that you could see this man?"

"You can say that," Xi Ting replied.

Qin Yan asked, "Who exactly is he?"

"The third richest man in M Nation."

"Ah, that sounds very impressive but why do I feel…" Qin Yan looked down.

"Feel what?"

"Nothing. It's just…" Never mind. Perhaps she was mistaken. After all, she didn't know that man and never crossed paths with him. It was better not to let her mind wander.

Xi Ting looked over in Han Cheng's direction and narrowed his eyes.

Since it was a charity gala, they had to do some charity, donate items for the auction, and bid for items.

When everyone had gathered, they sat at their assigned seats and watched the performances begin. The host also walked passionately on to the stage.

"We have some branded items for auction today which are extremely impressive. We have many charitable guests who have kindly contributed and we even have some items that are not often seen for sale. I hope everyone will be able to contribute to charity and bid for something you like at the same time. Enjoy yourselves!"

Qin Yan looked at Xi Ting, "Are we going to bid for anything later? Are we donating anything?"

"We donated. If you like anything you see, we can bid for it."

Qin Yan heard this and thought that she could really bid for something if she liked it. 

After a while, the auction items were introduced one by one.

The items that were brought out actually wouldn't be anything trashy. People still wanted their faces.

Qin Yan looked at the items. There were antiques and limited-edition things but none of them interested Qin Yan.

Halfway through, they still had not made a bid for anything. It would look bad if they came here and didn't buy anything. It was for charity and they still should buy something.

Just then, she saw an item that was brought up on stage. It was a classic artwork. The bottle had beautiful colors, and the host said that it was a product from the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty. There was also an expert appraisal report. It was unbelievable that such a classic artwork could appear at a charity banquet.

The moment this item appeared; it caused a small commotion. The starting price was 1.8 million yuan. Qin Yan seemed to be interested in the bottle and she joined the bidding.

The host smiled and said, "This beautiful lady has very good taste. This accessory is really hard to find now."

Qin Yan smiled and felt everyone turn their heads to look at her. But just then, a man from behind also stood up and called out a number.

The host said, "Oh my, it looks like this lady has a rival."

Xi Ting's lips moved slightly. He said to Qin Yan, "Continue."

Qin Yan immediately raised her paddle. However, the man did not give in and quickly raised his paddle. He and Qin Yan took several turns. Neither of them intended to stop.

Xi Ting looked over in the man's direction and his eyes flashed. He said to Qin Yan, "Continue."

Even Qin Yan was thinking of giving up. Hearing Xi Ting say that, she hastily replied, "Why don't we forget about it? It's nothing special anyway."

Xi Ting said, "No, we have to get it. Since someone is challenging us on purpose, we cannot concede so easily."

Xi Ting looked over there.

Qin Yan looked at the man who had an eye bigger than the other. It was clear that he was intentionally competing with her.

She said, "How now…"

"Don't worry, go ahead."

Qin Yan once again raised her paddle.

This kept going on with neither one relenting. The host was starting to worry.

"Bidders, this accessory is already way past its value. Why don't the two of you look at the catalog and see if there's anything else you'd like to bid for? We know you have charitable hearts, but there is no need to spend so much on one item."

A wealthy man from M Nation already did not hold Xi Ting in high regard from the moment Xi Ting stepped into this place.

He felt that this newbie didn't bother to look at anyone when he came here and immediately disappeared after meeting with the Han family. This newbie was only reappearing now. Who did he think he was?

Even though he did not come from here, he should have known the one golden rule: When in Rome, do as the Romans do. He should have at least humbled himself and greeted all the wealthy families first.

But he did not.

Thus, he decided to challenge Xi Ting this way.

Hearing the host say this, he also stood up and said, "This won't do unless he gives up. I like this item and I'm doing it for charity. I don't care how much I spend, so it all depends on whether he gives up or not. Anyway, I will be raising my bidding paddle until the end."

Xi Ting sat cross-legged on the velvet sofa. Without turning his head to look back, he plainly held the cup of coffee in front of him and took a sip. Then, he said coldly, "Then let's continue with the auction."

The organizers had no other choice. These wealthy people loved saving their faces. It looked like they could only continue and see who would cave in. However, after a few more rounds, the host could not watch any longer.

"Gentlemen, why don't you take a few minutes to think this through? Although we are very happy to raise such funds, we know there are limits. We can't waste anyone's money and this is our moral. We are not unscrupulous fundraisers. We would like to give everyone good items so that everyone will be satisfied today."

That man once again grunted, "I only want this item."

At this moment, Xi Ting also suddenly stood up. When he stood up, he looked a lot taller than the man behind. He looked behind and said plainly, "Just give up. I'll pay you the bidding price. Take it that you're giving up willingly."

The whole place was stunned silent. What did he mean?1

Xi Ting continued, "This also means that we are now at the price of thirteen million yuan. I'll pay for it and give you another thirteen million yuan. Take it that you give up."

Everyone immediately realized that this man… really knew how to humiliate others.

That man then responded, "Ha, what's the meaning of this? Do you think I care about your money? Do you think I want your money?"

Xi Ting spoke slowly, "I'm advising you to take it because if the bidding price goes any higher, I may not be willing to do the same anymore."

The man heard this and immediately said, "Ha, just give up if you can't afford it. I don't care if it goes up to a billion yuan. I can afford the price."

He also felt that he was being insulted. Of course, he was not going to back down like this.

Xi Ting scoffed. "No, you got it wrong. It doesn't matter to me how much the item costs but the money I'm offering you can't go any higher because…" He chuckled, "You're only worth that much."

"…" The man was so triggered by Xi Ting that his face turned purple like an eggplant.

He was so angry that he wanted to lunge at Xi Ting.

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