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Jiang Chen's spiritual sense swept across the auction stage, locking onto the landscape painting that was rolled up and placed in a specially crafted sandalwood box.
"Indeed, it's a fine piece, quite intriguing," Jiang Chen thought, feeling a surge of excitement that caused the corners of his mouth to lift slightly. However, since Zeng Xianyi was determined to acquire it, Jiang Chen felt no need to bid against him.
On the auction stage, the auctioneer continued with a booming voice, "That's right, it is the Deep Mountain Taoist Temple painting. I won't elaborate on its extraordinary qualities; let's start the bidding at five hundred million."
"Five hundred million?" The crowd around Jiang Chen gasped in surprise at the auctioneer's words.
"What kind of landscape painting is this? Why aren't they showing it to us? Is it really that magical?" Jiang Lu exclaimed in disbelief.
"I've heard of this painting; it is indeed quite remarkable. Apparently, if someone stares at it, they will be drawn into the scene," Yue Hui explained. "But I haven't experienced it myself, so I can't verify its authenticity."
"Brother, why don't we buy this painting and see for ourselves?" Jiang Lu suggested curiously.
"I'm interested in this painting too, but we won't need to buy it; someone will give it to me," Jiang Chen replied with a smile.
"Who?" Jiang Lu asked without thinking.
Yue Hui's heart skipped a beat; she thought Jiang Chen was referring to her. The cost of this painting could reach seven or eight hundred million, which was a significant amount for her. But if Jiang Chen liked it, she would certainly do her best to help him acquire it.
"Zeng Lao," Jiang Chen said directly without hesitation.
"Zeng Lao is that wealthy?" Jiang Lu remarked in surprise.
Yue Hui secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
The bidding for the Deep Mountain Taoist Temple painting began. Initially, many thought that the starting price of five hundred million would deter bidders, but unexpectedly, the price soared as if everyone had come specifically for this painting—six hundred million, seven hundred million, eight hundred million—before quickly surpassing nine hundred million.
Once it reached nine hundred million, the numbers on the display screen began to rise more slowly; it seemed many had dropped out of the bidding. This auction was hosted by Li Qingdu himself, so there were no commission fees involved. However, very few could easily part with nine hundred million. Even though the Deep Mountain Taoist Temple painting was extraordinary, many would still choose to walk away due to its high price.
Ultimately, the price for the Deep Mountain Taoist Temple painting settled at one billion and was purchased by an unknown buyer.
Following that were several other items up for auction, including a painting by Su Shi that Jiang Chen acquired for four hundred million.
By the time the auction concluded, Jiang Chen had successfully bid on several calligraphy and paintings. Aside from his interest in the Deep Mountain Taoist Temple painting, he found little appeal in the other items. Even when he bought Su Shi's work, it was merely to bring home as decoration for his younger sister, Jiang Lushui.
As the auction wrapped up and payments were made for deliveries, evening had arrived.
"Mr. Jiang, let's have dinner together tonight," Zeng Xianyi approached with a cheerful smile. However, Jiang Chen could see that deep within his eyes lay a hint of discomfort; after all, one billion was no small sum. Zeng Xianyi had never spent such large amounts before; this time truly felt like an extravagant splurge for him.
Of course, this money still belongs to the public. Although the Dragon Martial Institute has been relatively idle in recent years, it still receives its necessary funding and has accumulated quite a bit of money. This time, they came to bid on a few precious antique items using the funds from the Dragon Martial Institute's account.
Jiang Chen nodded. His parents, sister, grandmother, and Yue Hui naturally accompanied him as well.
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