At noon.
Tan Xiu saw the happy Li Laoshan. What made Tan Xiu at a loss whether he had to cry or laugh was that Li Laoshan's extravagance was very big. There were 16 bodyguards in black suits and black sunglasses. They happened to meet him at the entrance of a hotel, attracting a lot of people's attention, thinking that they were shooting a movie!
"Old Brother Li, can't we keep a low profile?"
Tan Xiu wore a casual outfit, a cap, and a pair of big black sunglasses. He dressed like this mainly because he was surrounded by countless people when he accompanied his aunt, Tang Min, to go shopping in the morning. After all, today was different from the past. First, there was the Demon City University's freshmen welcoming party where he played the zither and sang. Later, there was the young Divine Doctor of Star City Chinese Medical Hospital, making him look like a star.
No!
He was even more popular than a star now. From aunties in their 80's to teenagers, as long as they recognized Tan Xiu, they would salute him one after another. There were also countless people asking for autographs and photos.
Li Laoshan grinned and said, "Brother Tang, I don't have any other choice! I'm afraid that some people will have crooked thoughts if I carry the Fishbowel Ancient Sword! But you, how come you're so low-key? If it weren't for my keen eyesight and being very familiar with you, I wouldn't have been able to recognize you. "
Tan Xiu forced a smile and said, "I don't think I'm low-key enough! Ever since the video of me giving medical services at Star City Chinese Medical Hospital was posted on the Internet, I've been suffering whenever I go out. People can recognize me no matter where I go. Now, I can't wait to go to H Country and get my face properly plastic surgery. "
"Hahaha …"
Li Laoshan burst into laughter and said, "I've also seen the video of you giving medical services at Star City Chinese Medical Hospital. It's very good. Especially when she said that she wanted to donate money, it warmed my heart. This old brother of mine may not have any achievements in the medical field, but I do have a kind heart! Therefore, I also donated 1 million yuan to the Star City Chinese Medical Hospital's fund. I must say, the fund column on the Star City Chinese Medical Hospital's official website is really good. It's transparent enough, and it's enough to make the good people who donate feel relieved. "
Tan Xiu smiled bitterly and said, "Regarding the donation, I did a good deed unintentionally! Alright, let's not talk about this anymore. Let's talk about the underground auction. Where will it be held? "
"The venue is very hidden, to the point that you can never imagine it," said Li Laoshan. Come with me! There are less than two hours left until the auction. If we hurry, we should be able to get there before two o 'clock. "
Yongding River!
It was one of the five major river systems in the Imperial Capital, the largest of the five major river systems in the Hai River, and the largest river system in the city. The underground auction would be held on the Yongding River.
"Old Brother Li, are you mistaken? Are we really going to take this wooden boat to the underground auction? " At a certain section of the river bank, Tan Xiu asked in disbelief as he looked at the dozens of small wooden boats in front of him and the burly men in black suits with headphones.
Li Laoshan grinned and said, "How about it? You didn't expect this, did you? Every time the Situ family held an underground auction, it would always amaze everyone. This year's new trick really didn't disappoint me. Did you see that? I know those people on the boat in front. They're also here to participate in the auction. "
Tang Xiu looked around and nodded, praising, "It's indeed novel and novel. These Situ Family people are really imaginative. Let's go! Since we've come to the right place, let's go straight to the auction venue. I really want to see what kind of scene it is. "
Li Laoshan let out a faint smile and came to the boarding gate side by side with Tan Xiu, but they were stopped by the ship guards. One of the burly men checked the invitation given by Li Laoshan and then said, "Mr. Li, you can only take three people to board the boat at most."
"I know!"
Li Laoshan nodded. After boarding the boat with Tan Xiu, he gestured to two of the bodyguards. Then, the group of four boarded the boat and rowed toward the distance of the river.
Ten minutes later, Tan Xiu finally saw the scene of the auction venue. He looked at the middle of the wide river, where a platform half a meter high was temporarily built and surrounded by small boats. Each boat was tied with iron chains, with two layers of chains extending to the shore.
"Old Brother Li, I'm also speechless after seeing this scene."
Tan Xiu was at a loss whether he had to cry or laugh as he shook his head and couldn't help but sigh.
Li Laoshan, on the other hand, felt that it was quite novel. He chuckled and said, "It's indeed very interesting. Look at those boats. Many of them are somewhat familiar, and I even know some of them. That's right, we're late, so I'm afraid we'll be the last ones, right? But it doesn't matter since it won't affect our bidding. "
"I just came here to widen my knowledge and experience." Tan Xiu shook his head and smilingly said, "I also want to see you fight with that guy who wants to get your Yuchang Sword and compete in terms of financial resources. I'm afraid I won't have much use for this auction. That's right, if you don't have enough money for the auction, I can lend you some. "
"You're joking, Brother Tang." Li Laoshan couldn't help laughing and said, "The Magnificent Tang Corporation may have made a lot of money recently, but we still need money in other places. Don't worry about it! I've prepared enough money this time. If it exceeds my budget, then the Yuchang Sword will be sold at a high price. "
"Are you really willing to part with it?" Tan Xiu's expression moved and he asked.
"I'm a bit reluctant, but everything has its own value. If it exceeds that value, then the gains won't make up for the losses." Li Laoshan said.
Tan Xiu gave him a thumbs up and praised, "Old Brother Li, you're really a hero among men. It's a pity that there's no wine, else I'd definitely toast you. "
Li Laoshan let out a strange smile and said, "Who said there's no wine? I dare say that someone will definitely send it to us in less than three minutes. Do you believe me? "
"Someone will send us wine?" Tan Xiu was surprised. "Is it true or not?"
Li Laoshan pointed to several rowing boats and smilingly said, "See that? Those boats should be delivering wine, fruit plates, and desserts to the guests. The clansmen of the Situ Clan have one thing in common, and that is that they especially like to curry favor. They are very attentive when dealing with people. I heard that every time the underground auction is held, the guests will feel at home. "
Sure enough.
A few minutes later, a small boat rowed to the side of Tan Xiu's boat. A stalwart man took a rope and fixed the boat on the iron cable. He then cupped his fists toward Li Laoshan's group of four and said, "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to the Imperial Capital's auction. My Situ Family is currently taking inventory of the items to be auctioned. If you also bring something you want to auction, you can get a registration form from me and then give it to me. After the valuation, I'll ask you whether you want to sell it or not … "
Li Laoshan took a rectangular wooden box from a bodyguard and handed it to the Situ Family's stalwart man. He then filled in the information and signed the entrustment agreement with the other party. Then, he took the tea, wine, fruit plates, desserts, and other things from the other party.
"The Situ Family's arrangement is really good. However, I've heard about those big families in the Imperial Capital. But why haven't I heard of this Situ Family? "Tan Xiu waited until the other party left and then asked in a low voice.
"The Situ Family is, after all, a member of the Occult Sect, and they don't have many family members," said Li Laoshan with a smile. "Even if this family has huge wealth and a deep network of contacts, they don't involve themselves in politics after all. Each and every one of their family members is very low-key, so they don't have any fame. However, don't underestimate this family. I dare say that those medium-sized families in the Imperial Capital are on par with the Situ Family. "
"They're that powerful?"
Tan Xiu was surprised.
"A family that has been operating for a hundred years may have a very deep heritage," said Li Laoshan. "But the Situ Family has been operating for more than a hundred years. I heard that during the Age of Turmoil, the Situ Family tried their best to hide themselves and greatly avoided the family's losses. Later, the torrent of reform also didn't have much impact on their family. Therefore, don't underestimate the Situ Family. "
Having said that …
Li Laoshan lowered his voice and continued, "Brother Tang, you're a martial arts practitioner, so you should know that these families are not only interested in wealth and the power to control their family members, but also the strength and number of martial artists in the family. I heard that the Situ Family is also a martial arts family, and each of their family members is a top-notch expert. "
"The member of the Situ Family who just delivered the things to us has a good skill." Tan Xiu nodded. "Old Brother Li, I'm afraid that your skill is slightly inferior to that person."
Li Laoshan awkwardly said, "Don't mention my meager strength, Brother Tang. It's too shameful! Usually, I can only barely deal with a few punks. If I encounter a real expert, they can knock me down with just three punches and two kicks. "
Tan Xiu let out a faint smile.
Time fleeted by, and in the blink of an eye, it was already two o 'clock. As more and more boats arrived, the number of guests who came to participate in the auction had exceeded more than a hundred. In other words, there were at least more than a hundred guests who came to participate in the auction.
"It's almost about to start."
Li Laoshan saw a woman in a red windbreaker and red leather boots step on the platform built in the middle of the river. He then touched Tan Xiu's arm and said.
As Tang Xiu looked around, his expression suddenly turned blank.
How come it's her?
Tan Xiu raised his arm and rubbed his eyes. He found that he was not mistaken. The woman in red was Ouyang Lulu.
However, Tang Xiu's surprise had yet to end, as another person appeared out of his expectation. Tan Xiu was very familiar with this person. She was someone he once hated and was hostile to, someone he could not wait to beat up.
"Brother Tang, my enemy is here."
Li Laoshan touched Tan Xiu and said in a low voice.
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