[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group":3,"chapter-starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-chapter-503":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Starting as the President of a Billionaire Group",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":20,"prevChapterSlug":21,"totalChapters":22,"novelImage":23},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":16,"volume":17,"translator":18,"content_hash":19},984737,1286,"Chapter 503 - 499 Auction (Second Update, Please Subscribe)","starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-chapter-503",503,"\u003Cp>Xia Jinsheng had already made up his mind; he must let Su Wanyi know his true strength.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He also wanted Su Wanyi to know that he was the most capable man, while Ye Chen was nothing but a pauper.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Lu smiled and took out a delicately packaged small box.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is called the Ten Thousand Treasures Glazed Jade, said to be a bracelet worn by the Empress of the Qing Dynasty. I acquired it from the Brown Auction House in Rui Country.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the box opened, a bracelet appeared before everyone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh my, it’s actually a bracelet worn by the Empress—this is a peerless authentic piece.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing the bracelet in Elder Lu’s hand, the eyes of these bigwigs all shone brightly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Not to mention the clarity of the jade bracelet, just the fact that the Empress had worn it gives it an unparalleled nobility.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wow, such a rare treasure up for auction—the museum owner really went all out for charity.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Right, this is awesome. This bracelet is far more precious than those luxury goods.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Lu continued, \"This bracelet is said to have been a tribute from the Western Regions, known as the clearest jade in the world. The entire bracelet is like clear water; it’s a once-in-a-lifetime treasure.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Back then, the Empress Dowager Xiao was very fond of this bracelet, later gifting it to Su Ma, and thereafter it was lost to the public...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After listening to Elder Lu’s introduction, these tycoons were all raring to go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Royal family treasures have always been a favorite collectible among auction-goers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>What’s more, it was something beloved by the famous Empress Dowager Xiao—in their eyes, this bracelet represents royal nobility.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Wanyi also liked the bracelet very much, her gaze fixated on it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet, although she liked it, she didn’t speak.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, Bi Tingting, beside Xia Jinsheng, was different.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She clung to Xia Jinsheng’s arm, saying coyly, \"Dear, you must get me this bracelet, I really like it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this moment, Xia Jinsheng was not thinking about Bi Tingting at all, but about Su Wanyi.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He thought if he won this bracelet and gifted it to Su Wanyi, she would surely see him in a new light.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Definitely, such a valuable treasure—once I win it and give it to Su Wanyi, she’ll surely leave that broke DiDi Brother and come to me.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more Xia Jinsheng thought about it, the more excited he became, eager and restless.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Wanyi truly did like this bracelet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Especially since she had treasured jade ever since she was young and had seen this bracelet in ancient books.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that time, she had thought how wonderful it would be if she had such a bracelet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She never expected that this bracelet would appear right before her eyes—it was impossible not to be moved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, although Su Wanyi liked it, after just a few glances, she ceased to pay attention.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why aren’t you interested in this beautiful jade bracelet that you usually love so much?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Su Wanyi nodded, \"Indeed, I’m not interested.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen certainly knew Su Wanyi said so to stop him from spending money.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Must admit, Su Wanyi is truly an exceptionally good girl.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Smart, capable, and considerate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Lu looked at the crowd and said, \"The starting bid for this bracelet is 10 million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the auction just began, the bracelet’s price surged rapidly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"11 million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"15 million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"20 million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The price halted at 20 million.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Elder Lu was not very satisfied with this price.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally, he had spent 18 million to acquire this bracelet from abroad.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>million—if sold, it would truly pain him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After all, this treasure holds significant historical value.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"20 million once.\" Elder Lu began the countdown.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"20 million twice.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At this time, a rich man watched Elder Lu eagerly, waiting for the final decision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait, I’ll bid 30 million.\" Xia Jinsheng stood up proudly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hearing the 30 million price caused an uproar at the scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Truly astonishing, offering 30 million in one go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Xia Jinsheng’s determined expression, the elites at the scene also gasped in awe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It seems this young man is quite the tycoon himself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Jinsheng, full of pride: \"I must have this bracelet, so please do me a favor, everyone.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>million has already exceeded the actual value of this bracelet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The item is good, but those present are all businessmen; they naturally won’t make a loss-making deal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Jinsheng’s gaze turned to Ye Chen, arrogantly saying, \"Kid, see this? Now you know what a rich man’s world is like. If you have what it takes, bid against me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen smiled faintly, \"Usually minor characters appear first, while the protagonist only shows his true aura at the end.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Jinsheng, intending to show off, was instead ridiculed by Ye Chen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You poor bastard—30 million? You won’t earn that in several lifetimes. If you have guts, bid against me. You only run your mouth, what abilities do you have? I despise guys like you who have no money yet pretend.\" Next to him, Bi Tingting also taunted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen heard this, smiled lightly, \"50 million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A hush fell over the scene; no one expected Ye Chen to be so bold, directly raising the bracelet’s price by 20 million.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Jinsheng was momentarily stunned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But then a spiteful expression appeared on his face.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait a minute, I don’t think he has this much money to buy the bracelet; this kid is obviously here to stir trouble.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>million—a DiDi Brother would earn at most a few thousand a month, running day and night.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>How could he possibly buy a 50-million bracelet?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen heard this, smiled lightly, and casually tossed a black-gold bank card to the staff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you don’t believe, you can verify.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After checking the balance, the staff said, \"Mr. Ye’s card has sufficient funds; he can fully afford this bracelet.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd was astonished again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh my, this DiDi Brother is actually this wealthy?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Jinsheng’s expression was very unsightly, glaring fiercely at Bi Tingting beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If it weren’t for this dumb woman mocking Ye Chen, the bracelet would have been his with 30 million.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen looked at Xia Jinsheng and smirked, \"What, giving up so soon? Just now, you seemed so impressive; I thought you were wealthy, but turns out it’s nothing special.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being mocked by Ye Chen, Xia Jinsheng’s face turned livid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He gritted his teeth, taking a deep breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No, he absolutely couldn’t lose to this guy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"60 million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Jinsheng directly raised the price by 10 million.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen remained very calm, \"70 million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xia Jinsheng, infuriated, gritted his teeth, \"80 million.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"90 million,\" Ye Chen continued to raise the bid.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although Xia Jinsheng wanted to continue, 90 million for a bracelet was truly not worth it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"90 million for a lousy bracelet—there’s something wrong with you; I’ll let you have it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The elites at the scene sneered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Losing yet still pretending to be cool.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However, his pretentiousness lacked effect, making Xia Jinsheng appear even more pathetic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Elder Lu, smiling broadly: \"Congratulations to Mr. Ye for winning the bracelet. Mr. Ye, would you like to say a few words?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ye Chen took the bracelet and stood on the stage, but his gaze was fixed on Su Wanyi.\u003C\u002Fp>",1208,"2026-06-03T08:12:50.638Z","2026-06-03T08:12:53.523Z",1,"novelbin.me","80d1dfd736b134971ee3f55585d4792151e70fe5ef826dd008a754a934966fe8","starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-chapter-504","starting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-chapter-502",1261,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Fstarting-as-the-president-of-a-billionaire-group-cover.jpg"]