Reborn Capital Empire

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Chapter 255 Charity Auction

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"Many people bring their female companions today. Why didn't Mr. Guo bring your fiancee?" Prince William asked with a smile.

"She's pregnant, there are too many people here, it's not suitable!"

"Wow, that's really congratulations!" The young Prince William couldn't help but exclaimed. In contrast, Li Zeju is much more calm.

"Mr. Guo, congratulations! Father's profession is the happiest in the world!"

Guo Shouyun nodded and said with an expectant smile on his face: "I think so too. In addition, when it comes to being a good father, I will ask Mr. Li for more advice in the future!"

"Anytime you are welcome. I promise 'I can't say enough'!"

"I really envy you two! It's a pity that I haven't even found the other half!"

"His Royal Highness William, with your charm, I believe that girls from all over the UK will fall for you. Finding a good partner, getting married, and becoming a father is just a natural thing!" Li Zeju said.

Guo Shouyun nodded in agreement.

"Thank you! But it's hard to wait."

"Hehe, then hurry up. I believe that at the age of 19, it is time to consider personal issues. Even the royal family, I believe they are very willing to see the birth of the next generation." Guo Shouyun laughed.

"ladies and gentlemen…!"

Just as the three were chatting, a loud voice echoed in the hall, attracting the voices of everyone present.

In the center of the hall, an old man wearing a black suit with a red bow tie and gray hair appeared in front of everyone.

"Welcome to this charity gala organized by myself. There will be a small auction in the following gala. The auction items will be donated by some caring people. All the auction proceeds will be donated to 43 orphanages in Greater London, UK. I hope you can actively support this auction, thank you!…Let's welcome Mr. Steve Schiller, the white-glove auctioneer from Powerlong Birdford Auctions!"

Amid the welcome applause of the crowd, a smiling middle-aged white man stepped up from the stage.

Guo Shouyun doesn't know much about Baolong Bird Rich, but he knows that the other party is one of the top five auction houses in the world. Although it is not as famous as Sotheby's and Christie's, it is also a large company in the international auction industry. Founded in 1793, it not only has a long history, but also has extensive influence in the art market of Western countries.

"I am very honored to receive the invitation of Mr. Viscount Selcy to preside over this auction. I am also very happy to do my part for charity. I promise as a white glove that I will do my best to preside over this auction. Auction. Thank you!"

"Whoa...!"

In the applause, the host, Joseph Robert Selcy, took over, "Next, there will be a waiter who will send a sign for everyone present!"

After his words fell, waiters in black vests and white shirts walked towards the crowd with silver-white trays. Soon, the Jingjing signs were taken out from the tray and distributed to everyone.

Guo Shouyun got No. 7, Li Zeju was No. 25, and Prince William was No. 19. Obviously, these competition signs are not allocated according to the status of the people, but completely random. In fact, this is normal. Considering the status, it is too exhausting.

"It seems that everyone has got the bidding card. Next, I will talk about the rules. After any friend who is present takes the auction, please make a payment to the account behind the ticket within three days. If the payment is overdue, we will cancel the book. According to the results of this auction, the lot will be transferred to the guest with the second highest price in the next auction." After introducing the rules of this charity auction again, Joseph Robert Selcy officially announced the start of this charity auction. . The first item was also taken up.

"The first lot is the first album of the Beatles, 'pleasepleaseme', provided by Mr. Richard Modigliani. It once set a record for 30 consecutive weeks at the top of the UK Pop Albums Chart. Most of the people have heard it. It should be noted that there are autographs of all members of the Beatles including John Lennon on this album. For those who love music and love the Beatles For friends, this is a top collection not to be missed. So...the base price is 40 pounds, and each increase cannot be less than 200 pounds, and interested friends are invited to bid."

"Who do you like?" Guo Shouyun asked.

"When I'm sensible, it's not the Beatles that are popular in Britain anymore!" William shook his head.

"The Beatles are great, but I still prefer Hong Kong pop music in the 1980s!"

Seeing that Li Zeju also refused, Guo Shouyun shrugged, "I like music, but only for listening. I don't have any adoration for singers, and I don't have a hobby of collecting records! Therefore, this Beatles signed record is not bad. , but not my kind!"

"vegetable?"

William wondered. Obviously, he did not understand the meteor language on the Huaxia network in later generations.

"It's just a metaphor!"

"An interesting metaphor!" Li Zeju laughed.

William nodded in agreement.

While they were chatting, the Beatles record had been bought for £27,000 by a client holding the No. 12 bid.

"Thank you to guest number 12 for your kindness, and to Mr. Richard Modigliani who made this record! Thank you! Let's move on to the second lot: a piece from Ms. Stephanie Shirley. A 2.3 carat ruby ​​ring. The grade is true red, flawless to the naked eye, ws1 clarity, excellent cut grade, excellent craftsmanship. The base price is 128,000 pounds, and each increase shall not be less than 1,000 pounds.”

"Stephanie Shirley, I have heard her name more than once in the United States!" Guo Shouyun exclaimed.

"Me too in Hong Kong!"

"She's the best woman in Britain and she deserves the respect of all!" William revered.

Guo Shouyun and Li Zeju nodded in agreement.

Stephanie Shirley, as a Jew, experienced the persecution of the Nazis; as an entrepreneur, her business has become one of the most successful high-tech companies in the UK, with a market value of more than $3 billion; as a mother, she struggled to take care of her own Autistic child; as a philanthropist, she has generously donated tens of millions of dollars. Because of these, she was awarded the Knight Commander Medal by the Queen of England, was appointed as the first charity ambassador by the British government, and was named "100 Most Powerful Women in Britain" by the BBC; she also joined Steve Jobs, Gates and others. , by the United States "Computer Weekly" as "the greatest ten people in the IT world"!

Such a legendary life deserves all respect! The ruby ​​ring nearly quadrupled in price because her story was almost universally known in the UK.

Not only because of the collection, but more importantly, her character is worthy of admiration.

"Thank you to Ms. 21 for bidding, and also to Ms. Stephanie Shirley for her kindness, thank you!" After a round of applause, the third lot: a set of 18th-century silver tableware was brought up. Through the badge on the tableware, we know that this tableware comes from the Orleans family in France, who once belonged to the branch of the French royal family. Things with heritage are naturally expensive. The cutlery set sold for £530,000!

There are star-signed posters one after another, and artworks and jewelry are brought up. The value is not too high. Most are within £10,000. Given the backgrounds of Guo Shouyun, Li Zeju and William, these little things are not their type. Therefore, after half an hour, none of the three made a move.

"...and then look at lot 13!"

With the voice of the auctioneer, after the red silk cloth on the tray was uncovered, a fine piece of porcelain appeared in everyone's eyes.

Although it is far away, when he saw the shape and decoration of the porcelain, Guo Shouyun knew that it was from China. So I was immediately interested.

"This is a pair of court porcelain from the Qing Dynasty in China. It is a pair of 'Yellow Ground Green Color Baby Play Bowls' used by Emperor Yongzheng of the Qing Dynasty. This pair of exquisite Chinese porcelain came from the donation of Mr. Sandy Gehman, While thanking him for his kind deeds, I announce that the starting price of this pair of imperial porcelain bowls of the Qing Dynasty in China is 40,000 pounds, and each increase shall not be less than 1,000 pounds!"

"You two, it seems that there is something worthy of your shot!" William said with a smile.

"Mr. Guo, I'll give you this pair of 'Yellow Ground Green Color Baby Show Bowls' made in the Yongzheng period of the Qing Dynasty!" Li Zeju said.

Although this collection is considered precious, there are many more precious items in the Li family's collection. Therefore, there is no need to argue with Guo Shouyun on this.

"Thank you so much then!"

Guo Shouyun laughed.

Although this pair of Yongzheng pastel porcelain seems to be of little value now, as long as it is put on for ten years, its value can be increased twentyfold, or even higher. Whether it is a personal collection or from an investment point of view, it is an excellent choice.

Although he wanted to win the pair of Yongzheng imperial kilns, Guo Shouyun was not in a hurry. Instead, when its price rose to £87,400 and there were only two competitors left, he decisively raised his sign.

"Oh, our Mr. 7 bid £87,500~www.wuxiaspot.com~ Is there anything higher?"

The auctioneer's words attracted the attention of some people around to Guo Shouyun. In fact, they are not lacking in attention, because the famous Prince William is sitting there. In addition, the two Orientals sitting in the middle of a group of white people are indeed quite conspicuous.

"£90,000, Mr. 11 offered £90,000, is there anything higher?"

Holding the No. 11 scripture sign was a middle-aged man in a brown suit with a proud face. When he noticed that Guo Shouyun looked over, there was a contempt on his face. It didn't just make him frown.

In addition, the No. 11, like him, is a sudden bidder.

"£91,000, Mr. 7 offered £91,000, and more...?"

Before he could finish his question, the man holding the number 11 had raised the scripture sign in his hand and added the price to £100,000.

This time, Guo Shouyun clearly felt some kind of hostility.

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