Chapter 167

Eight hundred million, he didn't even blink, and added three hundred million, and it's in US dollars!

Three hundred million US dollars—what does that even mean?

The foreign tycoons stared at Xiao Ming with shock, while the people of Wuxingguo looked at him with admiration; they knew that as long as this tycoon Xiao Ming came, everything would be fine.

"Dad!" Xiao Jingrou and Xiao Yuchun stared in surprise, knowing their father was bold, but this move was too awesome, right?

Xiao Yunzhe and Geng Jing Shu were also surprised, tightly holding each other's hands.

"Sir over there just bid eight hundred million; any other bosses want to raise the price?" At that moment, the auctioneer's voice rang out excitedly on stage.

Even the auctioneer who had hosted many large auctions was surprised by Xiao Ming's move.

This Xiao Ming is incredibly strong—he raised the price by three hundred million in one go, and that's US dollars, three hundred million, not three hundred bucks.

Xiao Ming's approach already shows his determination to win at all costs; if others keep bidding, they might end up offending this Wuxingguo tycoon.

Especially for those ordinary businesses, even if they barely had the strength, they now lacked the courage; if they offended Xiao Ming, his retaliation could bankrupt them in an instant.

With Xiao Ming making a move, the people of the no‑star country naturally wouldn't bid again.

Xiao Ming's move surprised Wu Jia Wu Xingwang and Ma Zong, who had participated in the bidding earlier; they knew Xiao Ming was rich, but this was too willful—was that money or leaves?

"Eight hundred million once, eight hundred million twice..." the auctioneer began the countdown; the venue fell silent, not a sound to be heard. Although there were people eager to act, they ultimately gave up.

"Eight hundred million three times." When the auctioneer called it the third time, the previously quiet crowd suddenly erupted.

There was shock, reluctance, and envy.

But for the compatriots of Wuxingguo, their only feeling was excitement; their nation's treasure could return to the motherland.

Moreover, Xiao Ming's move dealt a heavy counterblow to those foreigners who wanted to slap Wuxingguo's face; it was brilliant.

"Well done, congratulations to that gentleman from Wuxingguo for successfully securing the dragon‑and‑phoenix crown with a bid of eight hundred million."

Xiao Ming rose, gave a faint smile, showing politeness.

There was no further reaction; it felt like buying a bottle of mineral water—no ripples at all.

"Dad, this feeling is too awesome." Xiao Yunzhe excitedly said to Xiao Ming.

"This is called "shock the mountain to shake the tiger." Xiao Ming turned to his son and said, "As soon as I speak, I add three hundred million; the leap is huge, making people feel like a lot of money was added. If it were increased little by little, the effect wouldn't be the same."

Furthermore, this demonstrates my determination to win at all costs; after I call out that price, they first have to weigh their own wallets, and even if they have the strength to keep bidding, they aren't sure I'll continue, so after hesitating, they basically choose to give up.

Especially those of average ability, before they gauge my strength, they'll still worry about offending me.

After explaining, Xiao Ming said with a laugh, "You say, why are those people so stupid? They clearly know it's a scheme in their hearts, yet they dare not act."

Haha!

The few kids hearing it all laughed happily.

In gauging people's thoughts, Xiao Ming always had a firm grasp, never failing.

This is a famous international auction, and Xiao Ming has already won the item; the necessary procedures must be carried out immediately, such as payment.

Xiao Ming was invited by the auction house to the VIP room; after he paid the auction fee, both parties immediately signed the contract, and this treasure now truly belonged to Xiao Ming.

At that moment, the boss of Shifudi Auction walked over to Xiao Ming: "Mr. Xiao, congratulations!"

Xiao Ming acted as if he hadn't seen that person, not even glancing at him, and walked away directly.

These bastards, having taken Wuxingguo's treasure, didn't even dare to openly put it up for auction—too much. Giving them even a glance feels like a waste.

Seeing Xiao Ming ignore him, the boss had to retract his hand with an unnatural expression, his face looking unpleasant, but he soon recovered; ignoring him didn't matter as long as he got the money.

Xiao Ming returned directly to his seat, and the auction continued again because of his return.

Because of his earlier domineering move, even before the auctioneer announced the next item, many people were looking at him with wary eyes.

He seemed oblivious to those glances, doing whatever he should do.

But the calmer his demeanor, the more guilty those who eyed him warily felt.

Five minutes later, the second highlight of this auction began: the Celestial Green Goat Cauldron.

"Please pay attention, the next treasure to be auctioned comes from Wuxingguo and is called the Celestial Green Goat Cauldron!"

"Alright, no more nonsense, let's get into the bidding; the starting price for this treasure remains two hundred million." After the auctioneer briefly introduced the origin and use of the Celestial Green Goat Cauldron, he quickly moved into the bidding.

On stage, bright lights shone on the Celestial Goat Cauldron; that ancient great cauldron emitted a radiant glow at that moment, instantly leaving everyone stunned.

In an instant, everyone was eager to act.

Just as the host announced that bidding could begin, someone immediately shouted a sky‑high price.

"Five hundred million." This time the speaker was the second young lady of Qingqu, Chen Xinyi; after she called out the price, she glanced toward Xiao Ming, intentionally or not.

"Huh! That second young lady is copying my move; it looks like she came for the Celestial Green Goat Cauldron." Xiao Ming thought to himself.

Indeed, Xiao Ming's guess was correct; the purpose of Qingqu's visit this time was precisely for the Celestial Green Goat Cauldron.

Chen Xinyi's father consulted a master, who said that while Qingqu's feng shui was excellent, each family member who could be subdued needed a suppressing object.

They had searched for years without finding such a suppressing object, until they heard that Sakura Country was auctioning a tremendously powerful treasure, the Celestial Green Goat Cauldron.

Chen Xinyi's father immediately went to ask that master; upon receiving an affirmative answer, he promptly sent her to Sakura Country, urging her to bring back the treasure at all costs.