The Secret to Picking Up Girls

Indeed, as the auctioneer finished speaking, the surrounding merchants were incredibly moved. Most of these developers had come for this island.

Perhaps for the government, investing a large amount of money to develop this resource-scarce island wasn't a worthwhile endeavor. However, these development companies thought differently. Although the island lacked resources, with good infrastructure and some publicity, it could become a popular tourist destination. Nowadays, wealthy people enjoy vacationing in such places. If done well, it could be a gold mine.

After a lengthy and impassioned speech by the auctioneer, he paused. He seriously observed the faces of everyone present before saying, "Alright, I now announce the starting price of 100 million, for a term of 100 years. Let the bidding begin…"

“130 million…” A young man wearing glasses said from the other side.

The bids were increasing by tens of millions, clearly indicating that many companies were determined to win.

Yi Ningxue and Lin Yuxian, two young women, sat on either side of Zhang Yuze. Although they were from prominent families and had seen a lot, this was their first time at an auction. As a result, they seemed very excited.

Zhang Yuze picked up a cup of coffee in the private room. Originally, he wasn't qualified to enter this room based on his status. However, he was here as a representative of Tianze Company. Fortunately, the auction house had its own rules, and no one revealed his identity. Otherwise, it would have been shocking. After all, Tianze Company's position in the industry was currently too transcendent. So transcendent that in front of many companies, it was a behemoth.

“Brother Yuze, why aren't you bidding?” Yi Ningxue asked, curiously looking at the calm Zhang Yuze beside her.

Zhang Yuze narrowed his eyes, nodded slightly, and said nonchalantly, “Why bid now? There are still so many people bidding. Even if I bid, it wouldn't make much of a difference.”

In his heart, he admired the Xiamen Municipal Government. Originally, Zhang Yuze had planned to buy the 100-year usage right for 100 million. Although Zhang Yuze felt that this price was already very high, he now realized that the Xiamen Municipal Government had a strong economic mind. They quickly recognized the value of the island and had now changed their minds, deciding to auction off the usage rights.

“180 million.”

At this high price, fewer and fewer people were bidding. After all, not many companies could immediately come up with so much liquid capital. Even with bank loans, developing the island, although profitable in the long run, wasn't the best choice in terms of short-term benefits. Moreover, it required continued investment of large amounts of capital. Therefore, not many people were truly eager. After reaching a high level, there weren't many bidders left.

In the end, only two companies were left bidding. One was Gaosheng Group, and the other was Lixing Group. Although neither company specialized in developing tourism projects, both were large group companies. Both had wholly-owned subsidiaries dedicated to developing tourism projects.

Gaosheng Group?

Zhang Yuze still hadn't intervened, planning to appear at the last moment and leave everyone in despair, which was his favorite thing to do. However, hearing about Gaosheng Group made Zhang Yuze feel somewhat familiar. After thinking carefully, he suddenly realized that Gaosheng Group was the company of Feng Guangyuan, who coveted Xiaoxue! At the time, Zhang Yuze had specially collected information on Feng Guangyuan for Ningxue, and from that information, he had learned about the relationship between Feng Guangyuan and Gaosheng Group.

What a coincidence! He didn't expect to encounter Gaosheng Group under these circumstances. Zhang Yuze shook his head and muttered to himself.

“210 million!”

“210 million, is there a higher price?” the auctioneer shouted excitedly. His face was flushed with excitement, as if he had been injected with chicken blood.

It was no wonder the auctioneer was so excited. He knew that if he could push the auction price to a new height, not only would his reputation spread throughout the industry, but he would also receive a bonus. That was why he was so excited now. This was also part of the reason.

The voices in the venue gradually subsided. 210 million was already a very high price. Although many of the companies bidding at the venue were very wealthy, bidding 210 million for an island that still needed to be developed far exceeded their mental price point. Although everyone was very optimistic about the development project.

Seeing that no one was raising the price, the auctioneer couldn't help but feel a little disappointed. However, this disappointment was only momentary. To some extent, 210 million was already a terrifying astronomical figure. In the history of island auctions, it was considered a high price for the same area.

The general manager of Gaosheng Group was very pleased. Although the money wasn't his, being able to show off here was a very pleasant thing.

He pretended to calmly drink the coffee in his hand, putting on a composed and relaxed appearance.

“210 million, once…”

“210 million, twice…” The auctioneer shouted repeatedly in an excited and trembling voice.

…

“250 million…” Just as the auctioneer was still shouting, a calm voice suddenly came from a private room on the other side.

…

The entire venue was immediately silent. Many people couldn't help but turn their gaze towards the direction from which the voice came. Adding 40 million at once, this person really didn't treat money like money!

Although the auctioneer had experienced many situations, this time, he was truly deeply shocked.

With a "clang!" the cup in the hand of Xia Zhengyuan, the general manager of Gaosheng Group, fell onto the table.

He looked incredulously at the private room where Zhang Yuze was.

He said to a young man beside him with a gloomy expression, "Go and find out who is in that private room, daring to oppose our Gaosheng Group… I'll make sure he regrets it."

Although this was the case, Gaosheng Group was determined to win this island this time. Because this island was already a very important part of their real estate development project. Therefore, before coming, the CEO of the group had given him a death order, ordering him to win this island at all costs. Therefore, he couldn't afford to fail this time. However, the other party's sudden increase of 40 million still put too much pressure on him.

“250 million, once…”

“250 million, twice, are we expecting an even higher price? Today's auction is truly beyond my expectations, it's so exciting. Because it has created a new high in the island auction industry. But I'm expecting, is there an even higher price…” The auctioneer was agitating with a flushed face. It also pushed the atmosphere of the whole field to a new climax.

Although many people went home empty-handed this time. But at this time, although they were spectators. But witnessed such an exciting auction. It was also felt that it was not in vain. Although many people consider themselves wealthy. But now, they realized the real gap between themselves and the rich.

“255 million…” Xia Zhengyuan almost gritted his teeth and said this number. But what was disappointing was that his price increase this time was too petty. Only 5 million.

Of course, even if it was petty, this was only compared to the one who had just added 40 million at once. In many cases, 5 million was already considered an astronomical figure.

Zhang Yuze smiled slightly and sighed, "I didn't expect this guy to not give up."

“260 million…”

Zhang Yuze also added 5 million. Although the price increase this time was not large. That was because he already knew that the other party had reached the bottom line, so he didn't need to increase the price by a large margin. Although he had money, he was not the kind of person who had a fever because he had too much money.

Sure enough, Xia Zhengyuan left with his men after his face turned pale.

After Zhang Yuze won the island. Gaosheng Group still hoped to find the buyer of this time through the auction. But every auction house still has its own rules. If the buyer does not agree, the auction house will actively disclose the guest's information. What's more, they are absolutely unwilling to offend the background of Tianze Company.

The moonlight was as cool as water. Zhang Yuze sat cross-legged in his room. His body was flashing with a faint light. Obviously, he was practicing at this time. From the substantial light on Zhang Yuze's body, if some other practitioners saw it, they would definitely be surprised to drop their glasses. Because the light on Zhang Yuze's body could already be seen that he had almost cultivated to the late stage of the eighth stage of the warrior's peak. In Donghua Country, the eighth stage of this warrior is already a master among masters. And if it reaches the ninth stage, it is almost the king.

As for the Heavenly level masters, they are even rarer, and they are already legendary figures.

Suddenly, Zhang Yuze opened his eyes and frowned, as if he had sensed something.