"200,000 US dollars!" Someone directly added 50,000 US dollars.
The last truffle was sold for 350,000 US dollars. Everyone knew that this truffle wouldn't be any lower than that, so they didn't raise the price bit by bit.
Most of the people present were very clear that this was their only chance to buy the best truffle today.
As for the last item, although Ma Xiong had made it clear that he wouldn't participate in the competition, there were at least three other people in the field who were on par with Ma Xiong. Moreover, they hadn't made a single bid so far. Obviously, they were aiming for the last truffle.
"250,000 US dollars!"
As soon as the price of 200,000 US dollars was called, someone immediately continued to add 50,000 US dollars.
"280,000 US dollars!"
"300,000 US dollars!"
"330,000 US dollars!"
"340,000 US dollars!"
One price after another was called out quickly. The auctioneer didn't have time to repeat their bids. In a short time, the price of this white truffle reached 340,000 US dollars, which was very close to Ma Xiong's bid for the last truffle.
Finally, a voice called out, "350,000 US dollars!"
This was a Huaxia man. Many people present knew that he was Chen Haosheng, the boss of the Jinding Group, a billionaire with a net worth of more than 5 billion.
"360,000 US dollars!" A clear voice rang out.
This time, the bidder was a beautiful young woman in her early thirties. She was also famous. Her name was Yuan Qingqing, and she was the owner of the Fair and Graceful Ladies Spa. This spa was a high-end health and beauty agency that specialized in female customers. Yuan Qingqing was also a billionaire.
As soon as these two bid, many people retreated.
Chen Haosheng thought about it and raised his card again, "370,000 US dollars. Boss Yuan, why don't you take a step back? After I buy this truffle, I can invite you to share it with me. It's absolutely free! "
Many of the guests smiled knowingly.
Yuan Qingqing was a great beauty, and a woman in her early thirties had a mature charm. She was also a billionaire. Who didn't want to get close to her?
"400,000 US dollars!" Yuan Qingqing directly added 30,000 US dollars without changing her expression, and then said lightly, "Sorry, I don't lack money, and I like to enjoy good things alone!"
Chen Haosheng smiled, shrugged and said, "A gentleman doesn't take what others like. Boss Yuan, I give up."
Yuan Qingqing's bid was too fierce, and Chen Haosheng directly gave up the competition. For a truffle, no one would spend more than its value unless they were a glutton for truffles. Businessmen were rich, but it was the most rational to weigh the pros and cons.
"Boss Yuan bids 400,000 US dollars!" The auctioneer said... 400,000 US dollars once ….. twice ….. thrice! "
With a bang, the hammer fell, and the 1.53 kilogram white truffle was sold for 400,000 US dollars.
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Xia Ruofei went to the stage, and the guests in the venue even held their breath, waiting for Xia Ruofei to reveal the final answer.
Xia Ruofei didn't keep them in suspense. He directly picked up the microphone and said with a smile, "I believe everyone has been waiting for this moment for a long time. Then … I announce the official start of the last round of the auction. Our finale is …"
Xia Ruofei tore off the last piece of red silk, then pointed to the giant white truffle in the sealed container and said, "This giant white truffle weighs 2.05 kilograms!"
As soon as Xia Ruofei's voice fell, the venue suddenly boiled. Some people couldn't help but stand up and stretch their necks to look at the stage.
"God, it's unbelievable! Is this the biggest white truffle ever found? "
"World record! It's definitely a world record! We actually witnessed the birth of a world record today! "
"Sure enough, it's the biggest surprise! This trip is really worth it! "
…
Everyone was very excited. Only one person was very unhappy, and that was Blake.
Seeing that Xia Ruofei took out truffles and sold them at such a high price, Blake felt like he was being slapped in the face one by one.
And when the truffle was finally revealed, Blake felt like he was struck by lightning.
"This is impossible!" Blake suddenly stood up and shouted, "It must be fake! White truffles can't grow so big. It must be fake with other similar fungi! "
Ma Xiong immediately stood up with a cold snort. He looked back at Blake and said coldly, "Young man, it's not a good habit to speak without thinking. This batch of truffles is personally guaranteed by me. Are you saying that I, Ma Xiong, am deceiving everyone?"
"I …" Blake was suddenly speechless.
He really had completely lost his mind just now, and now he was already regretting it.
And more people came out to accuse Blake. Some of them had successfully bid for white truffles, while some were empty-handed. But before, everyone had tasted the best white truffles that Xia Ruofei had given away for free, so they all stood up to speak for Xia Ruofei.
The accusations were like arrows shot at Blake. He stood there with a pale face, unable to say a word.
In the end, Blake chose to leave with his tail between his legs. No matter how thick-skinned he was, he couldn't stay any longer.
Just as Blake walked to the door, Xia Ruofei said loudly, "Everyone, before the official auction, I will invite several guests to the stage to appraise this white truffle. The Taoyuan Company's reputation cannot be slandered. If there is no problem with our truffle, I hope to see Mr. Blake's apology statement in the mainstream media of Shen City. Otherwise, you will soon receive our lawyer's letter!"
Blake's footsteps paused for a moment. He snorted coldly with a pale face and directly left the auction site.
Although Xia Ruofei always had a smile on his face, his eyes had become a little cold as he looked at Blake's back.
Soon, several representatives selected by the guests came to the stage. They were either famous western chefs or business leaders. They were all highly respected people.
After everyone came to the stage, Xia Ruofei opened the lid of the giant truffle. A group of people surrounded the truffle and carefully looked at it for a long time. The final conclusion was naturally no surprise. This was a whole white truffle, and the quality was superb. It could be called the best!
Xia Ruofei said to the applause of the crowd, "Now I announce that the auction of this 2.05 kilogram white truffle officially begins!"
Steel Spear worked overtime in the company all day today, so the third chapter may be a little late. I have to go back home after work in the evening. I hope everyone can understand. In addition, I also want to thank everyone for the rewards and monthly votes in the past two days. Steel Spear was very touched. He didn't say much. He could only work harder and write more interesting stories to repay everyone. Thank you! (To be continued.)
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