In other places, April was just like spring.
In Phoenix, it was already very hot at this time of year.
Americans liked to give their cities nicknames. New York was called the Big Apple because everyone liked it. California was called the Golden State because of the discovery of gold, and Phoenix was called the Sun City. From these nicknames, one could feel the warmth of the city.
At nine o 'clock in the morning, just before the auction, the two of them hurried over.
The Ford pickup was so bad that even the garage was unwilling to repair it. It was only when Hans lost his temper that they fixed it.
Monument Storage Company was a big company, and attracted more treasure hunters. Li Du got out of the car and looked at the crowd of at least 80 people. He shook his head and said, "Sh * t, we're going to sweat a lot today."
The weather was already hot, and with so many people gathered together, it was naturally even hotter.
After the two of them got out of the car, there was a brief commotion in the crowd. Then someone came over to greet them.
"Hey, Big Fox, hey, Li, I saw you guys on TV two days ago. Handsome."
"I heard you guys had a massacre in Flagstaff a few days ago?"
"Reginald and Rambis, those guys don't want to do storage auctions anymore. What happened?"
"Who said I don't want to do storage auctions anymore? Don't spread rumors. D * mn it, I'll definitely join the Hundred Thousand Club! "Rambis heard the voices and walked out from the crowd.
Beside him was a middle-aged man wearing a cowboy hat and a mustache. After seeing the two of them, the mustached man curled his lips and gave a cold, contemptuous smile.
Hans said, "Yeah, don't spread rumors. How could Rambis give up a charity auction, a job that shows his kindness the most? Do a good job, buddy, and donate more money. The American slums need you. "
"F * ck you!" Rambis angrily raised his middle finger at Hans.
The mustached man said slowly, "Big Fox, when did your tongue become so fluent? Seems like you've been licking the butts of many women. "
Hans was not afraid of a war of words. He rolled up his sleeves and was ready to start.
Li Du stopped him and shook his head. He said in a low voice, "I think there's something wrong with this guy. Let's ignore him for now. Making money is more important."
The mustached man did not want to let them go. "Make money? You want to make money from Phoenix? Don't be so naive, lads. I know what you want, but I bet you won't get it. "
Since Hans was able to find out that there were Ferrari parts in this warehouse, there would naturally be others who would be able to find out as well. It seemed that the bearded middle-aged man was one of them.
Li Du said, "You dare bet? You like to bet, don't you? Very well, it just so happens that I'm also a gambler. How about this, let's have a bet? "
The mustache man spat at him disdainfully and said, "I like to bet, but why should I bet with you? What qualifications do you have to bet with me? Come back to me when you've earned a hundred thousand yuan. "
Rambis added, "That's right, idiot. What right do you have to bet with my brother-in-law? He is a prospective member of the Hundred Thousand Club. The next time we meet, he will join the Hundred Thousand Club. What about you? Do you think you're the Treasure Hunter Tycoon just because you picked up a few units? "
Li Du could not be bothered with him. He laughed and said, "There's a member of the Hundred Thousand Club? Sh * t, it's really a small temple, but a small pond has many turtles. "
The auction began. The auctioneer waved his hand and said, "The viewing has begun. If you want to quarrel, go outside. Don't waste our time here …"
Li Du knew that the first two units were worthless, but he still had to pretend.
Hans shone his flashlight at the door and said, "Those are rolls of wire, right? Too bad they're wrapped in plastic, so I can't tell what material they're made of. I'm guessing they're copper wires … "
"There's a suitcase over there that looks well preserved. Do you think the owner might have stored something valuable in it? Maybe we should give it a try? "
"There's too much trash. D * mn it, our car doesn't have that much space. Could there be Ferrari parts in this unit?"
Li Du shook his head and said, "I don't think so. This is just an ordinary household unit. If we want to win it, I think 1,000 dollars is doable. Otherwise, there's no profit."
Hans said, "No, it's within 2,000 dollars. Those wires are most likely copper wires. One meter can be sold for one dollar. There's a lot of wires here, so the price should be close to 2,000 dollars."
After the viewing, the auctioneer raised his hand and said, "Alright, let's start the bidding. I'll start with 200 dollars for this unit. 200 dollars, 200 dollars …"
"Me!" Hans nodded.
"Very well, 200 dollars is over. 300 dollars, 300 dollars, 300 dollars …"
"1,000 dollars!" The man with the mustache crossed his arms and said coldly.
The auctioneer pointed at him and said, "Very well, 1,000 dollars, 1,000 dollars, 1,000 dollars …"
"2,000 dollars!" Hans interrupted him loudly and looked at the man with the mustache provocatively.
The others did not say anything. They just stood there and watched the show.
The man with the mustache gestured to him and said, "Idiot, take this trash away. 2,000 dollars? I think you're going to contribute to the slums. "
The auctioneer looked at the crowd and said, "2,000 dollars, 2,000 dollars, 2,000 dollars, any more? Then 2,100 dollars, 2,100 dollars, anyone, anyone, anyone, anyone, anyone?"
The crowd shook their heads. Obviously, this unit was not worth that much in their eyes.
The deal was closed at 2,000 dollars. Hans shrugged at Li Du and said, "This guy is much better than Rambis. He's not all brawn and no brains."
Li Du smiled and said, "That's why we have to be careful when dealing with him."
The person next to him said, "Can the things in this unit be sold for 4,000 dollars? Not necessarily. Why are you two still so happy? "
Li Du was, of course, happy. From the looks of this auction, the treasure hunters were no longer stubbornly following their bids. They had finally survived the period of being the first bird to show off.
Of course, it could also be that what he had done in Flagstaff had scared them.
The value of the second unit was not much different from the first. The starting price was still 200 dollars. Hans shouted 300 dollars, and the mustache man immediately shouted, "1,000 dollars!"
Hans waved his hand and said, "This unit is yours."
Rambis said arrogantly, "Don't even think about taking anything away from us!"
Li Du was speechless. "Are you a monkey?!"
When the third unit was opened, the treasure hunters' interest was piqued. There should be many people who knew that there were parts for Ferrari racing cars in this unit. The appearance of the third unit made the scene even more heated.
After Li Du saw it, he raised his eyebrows at Hans. The latter whispered, "It's inside?"
"Anyway, this unit is very valuable."
The auctioneer noticed the change in the crowd's mood and said, "I'm sure everyone has seen the value of this unit. If you want it, please come up to me. Now, the bidding starts. The starting price is 2,000 dollars, 2,000 dollars, 2,000 dollars …"
"F * ck, the starting price is so high?!" Someone was immediately dissatisfied.
But more and more people followed suit.
"2,000 dollars! Got it! "
"2,500 dollars, here!"
"I'll bid 3,000 dollars!"
"..."
"10000 dollars!" Hans joined in as well.
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