While in Hollywood, I used Taoist magic to quell American terrorism.

Originally, the Spirit Transformation Pill (10 USD), the Primordial Essence Pill (30 USD), the Mysterious Bone Pill (100 million USD), and the Marrow Cleansing Pill (500 million USD) were intended to be auctioned separately.

However, after discussing with Cao Kun, it was ultimately decided to film them together to avoid any mishaps or incomplete sets.

Therefore, the original plan to have Catherine take the Mystic Bone Pill for verification was rejected.

Having the same person demonstrate makes the effect more intuitive.

The starting price for the complete set has also increased from a total of $640 million to $800 million.

"$900!"

"$1000!"

"$1200!"

"1500 million!"

……

Prices rose rapidly.

It was even more popular than Cao Kun had imagined.

The effect Yelena just demonstrated was truly astonishing.

"$3000!"

The price quickly reached 3000 million.

Moreover, this price was set by Yelena.

"Yelena, you've already taken it, why are you still bidding?"

"Exactly, you only need to spend 800 million. I really regret not standing up earlier."

"I'm willing, can't I buy it for my family?"

Yelena glared at the few guys who had spoken up, then continued bidding: "3500 million US dollars."

"My goodness, I actually thought Yelena's glare at me was incredibly beautiful just now."

"I'm starting to like it, what should I do?"

"Do you want to die?" Yelena shouted angrily.

"Hahaha...that depends on how you die."

Yelena rolled her eyes at them, ignored them, and continued to raise the price: "4000 million US dollars!"

Once this price was announced, no one dared to raise the price any further.

That thing is amazing, but $4000 million seems a bit too much.

The group hesitated for a moment.

"$4000 million, sold. Congratulations to Ms. Yelena for winning this set of pills again."

There was no need for a first, second, or third attempt; Douglas snapped the hammer and the deal was done.

"However, I need to remind everyone that this elixir can only be taken once in a lifetime. Taking it more than once will have no effect. I hope everyone remembers this."

"Ms. Yelena, please come backstage for the transaction."

"Now, let's begin filming the second set."

The auction has resumed.

With Yelena's successful bid, everyone now had a general idea of ​​the price of this set of pills.

When the price reached $4000 million again, the rate of increase slowed down significantly.

Ultimately, the second set sold for $4200 million.

The third set is worth 4300 million.

Although it has been increasing, the increase has been very small.

In particular, it becomes even smaller when the price rises to 5000 million.

Ultimately, all the transactions were for around $5000 million.

Until the very last set...

"This is the last set."

"If you don't want to miss out, make an offer."

Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback.

Especially those who hadn't taken photos yet, only then did they realize that there was only this one set left.

"$5000."

Some people immediately demanded an exorbitant price.

"6000 million!"

"7000 million!"

The scene fell silent.

7000 million, nearly 2000 million more than before.

The group hesitated again.

"There are even higher figures than 7000 million..."

7500.

8000.

Finally, no one else placed a bid.

"Congratulations, the deal is for 8000 million."

"I hereby declare this auction a complete success."

Douglas clapped.

Those who managed to photograph the elixir also applauded.

Those who didn't get a photo looked disappointed.

"Douglas, will there be more of these pills in the future?"

One person asked urgently.

Douglas: "I can't guarantee that, but I can guarantee that if it happens, I will let everyone know immediately."

Upon hearing this, those who didn't manage to take a picture looked even more disappointed.

"Yelena, how about you give me that set you have? I'll offer 5000 million, and you'll make a net profit of 1000 million."

"Impossible, I've used this method before."

"I'll put up 6000 million, and you'll make 2000 million directly. Even after deducting the portion you take, you'll still make 1200 million."

Yelena hesitated for a moment.

"8000 million, I'll sell it to you." Yelena quoted the highest transaction price from earlier.

"Yelena, you're really ruthless."

Are you going to buy it or not?

"Okay, you win."

The two completed the transaction.

Yelena's face lit up with joy.

This time, she didn't spend a penny and even made a net profit of 3200 million.

Yelena laughed and said, "This is the easiest money I've ever earned in my life."

Seeing this, the others felt a little regretful.

I regret not taking more photos earlier.

In this way, one can also learn from Yelena and sell them to make a profit.

"Mr. Hazman, I remember you just bought three sets. Could you sell me one? I'll offer $8000 million."

Someone found the man with a cloth on his head.

"No need." The man smiled. "I'm not short of money. I'm even willing to spend money to buy the pills you have."

Upon hearing this, everyone was left speechless.

In terms of wealth, although they are all billionaires, they are still far behind others.

Immediately, the crowd surrounded Douglas again, asking him when he could auction off this kind of pill again.

Cao Kun showed no outward expression, but inwardly he was overjoyed.

He left the auction hall with light steps.

This time, he really made a fortune.

Apart from the $800 million set that Yelena was given to eat.

The others all sold for a minimum of $4000 million and a maximum of $8000 million.

The average price is around 5000.

It's at least 10 billion.

However, this is before tax.

And the tax revenue of the United States has always been very high.

However, you don't need to pay taxes immediately; you can pay the previous year's taxes during the annual tax filing period.

If you are unable to pay, you can apply for an extension.

Cao Kun waited outside for more than half an hour before Douglas called him.

Cao Kun and Douglas met in a reception room at the auction house.

Douglas seemed quite excited: "I never expected that my first auction would be such a great success."

Catherine chimed in, "That's because Master Cao's elixirs are excellent."

Douglas laughed and said, "Of course, that's the main reason."

Cao Kun: "It also has a lot to do with your excellent auction skills."

Douglas's smile widened: "Master Cao, I've already transferred the money to your account. However, the amount is too large, so it may take a while for it to arrive."

The total is a little over 1.12 billion.

Cao Kun's lips curled up uncontrollably.

Douglas exclaimed, "Now, your money has caught up with all my working capital in one go. You make money so easily!"

Cao Kun laughed and said, "It's just working capital."

Douglas's expression turned serious. He said, "Tax season is approaching, and if this money is reported normally, it will be taxed at 37%."

Cao Kun quickly calculated that it amounted to more than 4 million US dollars.

Cao Kun's good mood quickly vanished by half.

Cao Kun: "You mean, there are unconventional methods?"

Douglas laughed and said, "Of course, otherwise, we billionaires would be starving just from paying taxes."

Cao Kun asked, "What kind of method?"

Douglas: "The worst way is to falsify the accounts, which is the least recommended and very easy to detect."

The most common methods are philanthropy and stock investment. The charitable portion is tax-exempt and offers considerable flexibility in its application.

Investing in stocks also comes with certain tax benefits.

The best solution is to establish a charitable foundation.

The funds in charitable foundations are completely tax-free.

You only need to donate a certain amount each year to meet the requirements.

The target of the donation is determined by the foundation, and you know what that means.

Furthermore, you could be the manager of the foundation, receiving an exorbitant salary every year.

You can also place more people into the foundation, who will also receive high salaries every year, but in reality…”

Douglas gave Cao Kun a look, and Cao Kun understood what he meant.