Rebirth 05: From Coal Mine Owner to Mobile Phone Tycoon

The amateur performers who took to the stage, while their skill level was indeed mediocre, were mostly there for entertainment.

The cheers of "Bravo!" brought the atmosphere in the banquet hall to its peak.

Riding on this lively atmosphere, the final item for the day was auctioned – a set of kingfisher feather headdress and jewelry used by Mr. Mei Lanfang in performances.

Looking at it this way, arranging a Peking Opera program doesn't seem so unreasonable.

But it would be perfect if we could hear a classic excerpt from Mei Lanfang's works.

"I find you really interesting to talk to!" Wang Fei said with a smile.

"Hmm? How so?"

"You're calling me a 'crazy bitch' and a 'madwoman' all over the place. Where did you learn these words?"

"Don't you think it's a vivid description?"

Wang Fei and Zhou Mei nodded in unison, but Rong Jiawen remained unaware of what had transpired at the entrance and in the salon.

He looked at the others with a blank expression.

There was nothing else they could do but quickly and concisely recount what had happened.

"So you're the one who spilled the wine on her dress?!"

Wine made from Syrah grapes has an exceptionally rich color; even when wiped with a damp tissue, it remains incredibly glaring.

"Yes, I didn't mean to splash it, but she started cursing, and even cursed Mei'er. I couldn't hold back, and with a sudden movement, the wine splashed on her."

"Well done!" After hearing everything, Rong Jiawen was also surprised that Wei Dajia was this kind of person, and he deeply agreed with Lu Yuan's actions.

"Honestly, if this had happened to me, I would have left long ago."

Zhou Mei tilted her head, looking quite puzzled.

"Or hurry up and change your clothes before coming back. Why is she just staying here?"

"I guess she came here specifically for this set of jewelry."

"Maybe she was originally invited to be a guest performer, but she declined in order to film the costume and headdress."

"That's when they changed to another amateur performer."

And indeed, this set of jewelry was of paramount importance to Wei Min.

While in Taiwan, Wei Min was very enthusiastic about her career, but the audience for traditional opera was indeed too small.

Seeking a bigger stage, Wei Min chose to come to Hong Kong and settle down there.

But after arriving in Hong Kong, I discovered that the stage here is more pure and more international than that of Taiwan.

There were not only amateur performers from the mainland, but also amateur performers from Southeast Asian countries.

However, what followed was extremely fierce competition, and Wei Min's skills were no longer enough.

She painstakingly sought this opportunity and finally became a disciple of Mei Baojiu, thus becoming a successor of the Mei School.

For a time, he did get some opportunities to perform on stage.

Unfortunately, due to my lack of skill and my eagerness to go on stage, mistakes were inevitable.

skepticism inevitably arose, and Wei Min's opportunities to perform on stage became increasingly rare.

Until the last two years, there hasn't been a single time.

Knowing that she had no chance of becoming a star in Hong Kong, Wei Min decided to return to Taiwan.

At least when I return to Taiwan, my identity as a successor of the Mei School is unique, and it still carries weight when I say it.

However, due to her lack of professional skills, Wei Min was always worried that she would repeat the same mistake.

So she decided to use external things to solidify her identity.

Her original plan was to go to the mainland first to participate in or sponsor some Mei Lanfang memorial activities with her teacher.

Then, taking advantage of the information gap between the two sides of the Taiwan Strait, he used some film and television materials to create a professional image for himself as the eldest disciple of the Mei School of Peking Opera, a figure recognized by everyone.

However, when she learned that her friend had invited her to perform at Sir Zheng's party as a prelude to the auction of the headdress used by Mr. Mei Lanfang during his lifetime,

Wei Min immediately refused the performance invitation, but managed to get an invitation letter after much pleading and cajoling.

She realized that no photograph or video could compare to the effect of this headdress.

Therefore, for the sake of her career and future livelihood, Wei Min was determined to get her hands on this set of jewelry.

She even borrowed from all her relatives and friends, including Qu Xueer, who was sitting five seats in front of her at the moment.

But because of what happened before, she fell out with Qu Xue'er, which made her feel even more insecure.

He only hoped that others would give him leeway because he was Mei Lanfang's grand-disciple.

As the last item auctioned at the banquet, it was given quite a grand occasion.

Four waiters carried a glass display case around the entire venue.

This allows everyone to observe it up close.

The impact of the kingfisher feather inlay technique on the guests should not be underestimated, especially on the female guests present.

This entire set of headdresses, apart from the exceptionally ornate phoenix crown,

There are also larger accessories such as hair ornaments, sideburn covers, hairpins, hair combs, etc.

Small accessories such as hairpins, hair ornaments, clip-on hairpins, and earrings.

When they arrived next to Lu Yuan and the others, Zhou Mei, Wang Fei, and Rong Jiawen stared wide-eyed.

That blue hue was not a static color, but rather a flowing light.

As the angle and light change, the color shifts from deep lake blue to shimmering sapphire blue, and then to a subtle iridescent green.

It's as if a small patch of vibrant blue sky and shimmering water has been permanently etched onto the exquisite outline of gold and silver.

Qinghui is noble, aloof, and full of vibrant spirit.

What woman wouldn't love such jewelry? If this were in ancient times...

That was a privilege reserved only for emperors, empresses, and imperial concubines.

For Wang Fei, it's actually not bad, after all, her thinking and clothing style are quite avant-garde and trendy.

His eyes revealed only admiration.

As for Zhou Mei and Rong Jiawen, they are more traditional and conservative, with an intellectual older sister background in classical culture.

There was longing in his eyes.

"Starting price is 20, with each bid increment no less than 5. Bidding now begins."

The starting price was set very low. Indeed, the value of the artwork alone is around three to four hundred thousand, so starting the bidding at two hundred thousand is not a problem.

It's just unknown how much Mei Lanfang's influence could boost the price of this headdress.

But Lu Yuan didn't care about that. Once he guessed that Wei Min's goal was also this set of jewelry, no value premium mattered anymore.

"25, this way, 30!"

"80!" The old woman's voice rang out, and her bidding was quite like Lu Yuan's.

"80, Master Wei, as a disciple of Mei Baojiu, son of Mei Lanfang, has offered 80."

Lu Yuan frowned; such words should not be spoken by the auctioneer.

This would deter many bidders, since they are after the master's equipment inheritance, and it would be unseemly to steal it away.

Moreover, the price has already reached 80, which is more than twice the value of the headdress itself.

Sure enough, the hand that had been eager to try lowered itself.

It seems that Wei Min must have given the word.

At least from within the entertainment industry, not a single person has made an offer, including investors.

"85, Mr. Mankinda, you've offered 85!"

Lu Yuan looked in that direction and saw that it was a person of Indian descent.

No wonder the name is so strange. Judging from the seat, he's sitting near the front; he's probably a senior executive at some group.

Moreover, in their minds, there is no concept of humility or deference.