Lin Mengya's eyes were half-closed, and she looked outside several times.
"Who is it?"
Lin Mengya, who had always been fearless, involuntarily tightened her clothes.
"I shouldn't have chosen such a low-collared dress for the sake of beauty."
"But it's summer. If I wrap myself too tightly, I might get heatstroke, right?"
But she just felt that someone was staring at her.
And it was the kind of stare that didn't even blink.
Those who could see her were all from aristocratic families.
She had been looking for the source of the stare for several weeks.
Could it be that she was nervous?
"Sister, what's wrong with you? Are you cold? "
Gong Wu was the closest to her, so he stared at her fiercely.
He and Gong Er used to be famous in the circle of aristocratic childes, but not in a good way.
Therefore, those who knew of the brothers' conduct did not dare to look at the eldest daughter of the Gong Family for too long in order to avoid this physical pain.
Gong Wu, who was very satisfied with the result of his stare, was also very concerned about his sister.
Seeing that she seemed to be a little uncomfortable, he couldn't help but ask in a low voice.
"No, I'm fine. By the way, the auction should start. Brother Wu, do you have anything you like? Just mention it and we'll buy it. "
Fortunately, Lin Mengya was used to big scenes, so she never cared about the stares of unimportant people.
Today, she came here to solidify her position as the first pretty face of the Gong family. Secondly, she came here to warn those guys that the Gong family was very powerful.
If he wanted to make a fuss about the carriage, he would first have to weigh his own capabilities.
"Can I really buy it?"
Gong Wu's eyes were full of childish desire.
But more than that, he was carefully enduring it.
Lin Mengya understood that they hadn't lived a good life over the years, so even now, they were still vigilant in times of peace.
It was good to prepare for a rainy day, but they couldn't be like a bird startled by the twang of a bowstring.
"Of course. Brother Wu, remember, as long as you want in this auction, the Gong family can afford it. Do you understand?"
Her words were not only meant for Gong Wu to hear, but also for the other four brothers to hear.
Ability, breadth of mind, and bearing, these five men were not lacking.
The only thing they lacked was confidence in the face of provocation.
Only by regaining the confidence of the Gong family could they lead the Gong family to the next glory.
Today, she wanted to let her five brothers understand that the times had changed!
"Alright, I understand."
Gong Wu hesitated for a moment, but he straightened his neck and did not turn to look at his elder brother's expression.
He was afraid that his big brother would not allow it, but what he did not know was that Gong Bin had made up his mind just like him.
The auction officially began.
The first few items that were taken out weren't anything valuable, so the aristocratic families didn't bid for them.
On the other hand, the small buyers below were bustling with excitement for quite a while. It could be considered as the opening ceremony.
"Thank you, distinguished guests, for your support. The next treasure to be sold is a legendary sword — Dark Star!"
As soon as Lu Feng finished speaking, two attendants brought a red sword seat over.
It was covered with a red cloth. As the tassels swayed, only a few black objects could be seen inside.
Lin Mengya recalled the introduction on the register. Dark Star was the last masterpiece of the famous swordsmith, Gong Yangzi.
It was said that after Gong Yangzi cast the Dark Star, he used up all his efforts and passed away.
Therefore, this sword had almost become the symbol of Gong Yangzi since it was cast.
Everyone who practiced martial arts yearned for it.
As soon as it appeared, Gong Wu and Gong Er's eyes were filled with eagerness.
Lin Mengya naturally knew what this famous sword meant to her second and fifth brothers.
She narrowed her eyes and restrained the light in them.
Then, let's start with this sword.
"As you can see, this Dark Star is extremely sharp and can cut through iron as if it were mud. It is one of the most powerful weapons in the world. If you are satisfied with it, please bid. The base price is one hundred taels of silver. "
One hundred taels of silver was indeed a little expensive for a sword.
But for the Dark Star, it was worth it.
The red cloth covering it was lifted. Immediately, this legendary sword appeared in everyone's sight.
Although the hilt and the scabbard were old, it was undeniable that the blade of the Dark Star was still so sharp that it sent chills down people's spines.
The rules of the bidding were very simple. It was similar to a modern auction. Each bid must be no less than five taels of silver.
This sword was a slightly unconventional auction item. Apart from martial arts addicts, there were not many people who would bid for it.
After a few rounds of bidding, the price stopped at two hundred and thirty-five taels of silver.
Lin Mengya estimated that it was about time, so she asked someone to increase the price.
"The Gong Family of North Ridge bids three hundred taels of silver."
The sudden appearance of this name caused the people below to be slightly shocked.
She suddenly increased the price to three hundred taels of silver. Not only did she increase the gap, but she also hinted to the people that the Gong Family was interested in this sword.
Those small buyers did not dare to compete with the Gong Family. As the saying goes, a starving camel is still bigger than a horse. Even if the Gong Family was in dire straits, they were still much better than them.
But the others didn't think so.
"The Gong Family of North Ridge, huh!"
In a corner on the second floor, Yu Kui snorted and ordered someone to increase the price.
He had been repeatedly humiliated by that girl. How could he swallow this anger?
He looked at the window of the Gong Family with a gloomy gaze. He would not let those arrogant brats get what they want!
"The Yu Family of Mozhou bids three hundred and fifty taels of silver!"
"Damn old man! He did it on purpose! "
Gong Wu slammed his palm on the table. In an instant, a crack appeared on the hard table.
The other four sons of the Gong Family looked gloomy. But it did not mean that they were afraid of the Yu Family.
Lin Mengya was calm and composed. She signaled Gong Yang to continue increasing the price.
"The Gong Family of North Ridge bids four hundred taels of silver!"
"The Yu Family of Mozhou bids four hundred taels of silver!"
Following this, the price of the Dark Star soared to one thousand one hundred and fifty taels of silver.
At this moment, everyone understood that the Yu Clan was biting onto the Gong Clan and was preparing to compete with them!
"Shameless old man! I'll teach him a lesson! "
Gong Wu was furious. Actually, it was secondary whether he could get the Dark Star or not. But the Yu Family's attitude made everyone in the Gong Family furious.
The Yu Family's attitude when they were dependent on the Gong Family and the shameless way they turned their back on them was engraved in the hearts of everyone in the Gong Family. They would never forget it.
They did not expect that he would dare to challenge them.
He was courting death!
Lin Mengya leaned on the railing and looked at the Dark Star with interest. The smile on her face was unfathomable.
"Elder Miss, do we still increase the price?"
One thousand one hundred and fifty taels of silver was not worth much to the Gong Family now.
But if they continued to challenge them, the scheming Yu Family might suddenly withdraw.
The Gong Family did not lack money. But that did not mean that she would be a fool.
"No, it's just a sword."
Gong Yang immediately went to report to the Gong Family.
Apart from the fourth son of the Gong Family, no one knew what she was planning.
Not bidding anymore? Didn't she look like she was determined to get it just now?
Lu Feng had already called out three times. Sure enough, no one else bid. The Yu Family won the bid.
"Congratulations to the Yu Family of Mozhou for getting the Dark Star Sword!"
More than one thousand taels of silver. The value of the sword had reached its limit.
Although Yu Kui felt a little pained, he had calmed down after being infuriated by Gong Ya.
He leaned back in his chair and smiled proudly.
This little girl still dared to fight with him!
Everyone looked at the Gong Family's window with a strange look. How embarrassing!
They actually lost the bid! At this moment, shouldn't they give it their all? Even if they had to sell their pots and pans, they had to fight on?
Gradually, people in the auction house began to whisper to each other. Even Lin Mengya could hear people speculating about the Gong family's downfall and the so-called solid evidence.
At the beginning, the Gong Family were still excited. But after a while, they all quietened down.
Because, Elder Miss Gong smiled.
How to put it? Normally, no matter how a girl's mood was, no matter how she smiled, there would always be a tinge of shyness in her smile.
But when Elder Miss Gong smiled, it was like the bright red of a newly bloomed plum on the dazzling white sky after the snow.
It was so dazzling that people could not help but be intoxicated by her smile.
Below the stage, Lu Feng took out the next item.
It was still a precious sword. But this sword was the masterpiece of a famous swordsmith.
The starting price was eighty taels of silver. Compared to the previous bids, there were even fewer bidders.
Probably because of the influence of the Gong Family and the Yu Family, the appearance of this sword named 'Cold Pool' immediately attracted a lot of discussion.
This sword was new. It had only been forged for three years, but it had already become famous.
If the Dark Star represented a master swordsmith's lifelong obsession, then the Frigid Pond represented a swordsmith's most exquisite youth.
Lin Mengya looked at the erotic long sword and smiled until her eyes squinted.
"Gong Yang, bid, one thousand five hundred taels of silver!"
Before Lu Feng could finish his introduction, Lin Mengya had already given the order.
Gong Yang did not dare to delay. He immediately rang the small bell at the door. Immediately, an errand boy from the auctioneer's office ran over and took the bid.
"The Gong Family of North Ridge bids one thousand five hundred taels of silver!"
The moment Lu Feng shouted the bid, the whole auction house fell silent.
What … what did the Gong Family mean?
Even Lu Feng, who was experienced and knowledgeable, was a little confused.
He raised his head and looked at the Gong Family's stand. The legendary Elder Miss Gong was looking at him with a faint smile.
His heart involuntarily tightened.
He was afraid that even the main family had misjudged the current Gong family.
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