Chapter 422: Guiding by the Situation: Su Meng Was Used as a Pawn!

If one were to ask what everyone on the internet cared about most at this moment, the answer would surely be this auction.

Such a divine masterpiece, unprecedented since ancient times—what is its true worth, and who will ultimately claim it? Who wouldn't be curious?

For the vast majority of people, even though they cannot possibly afford the price, that does not stop them from watching the spectacle.

An auction! Such a high-end affair; previously seen only on television and in movies, who in real life could get so close to witnessing it?

Hmm... except for judicial auctions.

For those with considerable strength and resources, who wouldn't want to get involved?

Upon hearing the notification, everyone immediately opened the Weibo account of Star Sea Entertainment.

On Star Sea Entertainment's Weibo, a brand new message had just been pinned to the top.

"Auction Rules for 'Spring Trees and Autumn Frost': "

"1. Only real-name bidding is accepted; anonymous bidding is not allowed."

"2. No deposit is required for this bidding, but when submitting a bid, proof of financial strength must be included."

"3. Bidders may leave comments under the Weibo post stating their offered price; all information will be immediately relayed to Su Meng, who will personally decide whether to finalize the deal."

"4. Please note: This auction could be concluded at any moment!"

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Seeing these inexplicable rules, many people had several large question marks floating above their heads.

What does this mean?

The normal auction process does not take place in a golden, resplendent hall.

Where well-dressed people sit below, raising numbered paddles one by one to increase the bid?

But you, you simply quote prices directly online?

Doesn't this format feel so LOW?

And... damn it!

It seems that in legends, general bidding events often see many mysterious big shots making moves, all unwilling to let others know.

For instance, the three great families of the Imperial Capital, the four wealthy clans of Magic Capital, the six major families of Southern Ridge, the ten richest men of Port City...

This time, you actually organized a real-name bidding, made public to the entire network?

Isn't that blocking the path for those mysterious big shots?

Not only ordinary netizens, but many low-key wealthy individuals also furrowed their brows.

But after thinking it over and over... damn it!

This round is a seller's market; Su Meng holds the initiative!

If you truly want to buy this painting, you must play by their rules honestly and straightforwardly.

Helplessly, they also began making various arrangements.

Fortunately, for them... who doesn't have a few white gloves on hand?

In a certain office in the Imperial Capital, the telephone on the desk suddenly rang.

The Director picked up the phone, and a voice came from the other end.

"The entertainment circle has been quite active lately."

"Making such a huge fuss, are you afraid we won't notice from the Tax Bureau?"

The Director was stunned, then smiled slightly.

"Since when does a high-ranking Director like you start caring about the entertainment circle?"

The person on the other end sneered coldly and said 550 words on their own.

"That's fine; recently we in the Tax Bureau are preparing to rectify the entertainment circle, so let's use this Su Meng as the example."

"With such a huge fuss, I'd like to see at what price it will be sold and whether they will voluntarily file a tax declaration!"

"Hehe, the Administration for Industry and Commerce is also paying attention. Do you have an auction license qualification? Dare you organize such a large-scale bidding?"

The Director nodded.

"If you need our cooperation, just speak up anytime."

"But rest assured, I know Su Meng well enough; he is very measured in his actions."

"Oh?" The person on the other end was slightly surprised.

"You, a high-ranking official... actually know a celebrity well?"

"Hehe..." The Director smiled and changed the subject.

"Rather than focusing on Su Meng, I personally suggest you pay attention to the people participating in the bidding."

"This time, it is real-name bidding..."