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Lin Jiaojiao stood in the center of the stage, dressed in a white evening gown and adorned with exquisite makeup, gracefully hosting the charity auction.
"Dear esteemed guests, all proceeds from tonight's charity auction will be donated to Mountain Hope Primary School to improve the children's learning environment..."
Her voice was sweet and melodious, and her demeanor was elegant and appropriate, earning her rounds of enthusiastic applause.
I watched Lin Jiaojiao, radiant on stage, a cold smile curling at the corners of my mouth.
What a charity auction, what a compassionate ambassador!
"Next, we will auction a Tang Dynasty Blue and White Porcelain Vase, starting at one million!"
As Lin Jiaojiao's words fell, a server slowly walked onto the stage holding a tray.
On the tray rested an ancient-looking vase with exquisite patterns, a Blue-and-White Porcelain Vase.
"One million five hundred thousand!"
"Two million!"
"Three million!"
...
As the auction began, the price soared rapidly, soon surpassing ten million.
I watched everything with a cold gaze, secretly sneering in my heart.
"Lin Jiaojiao, go ahead and perform; this show has just begun!"
"Ten million, is there any higher bid?" Lin Jiaojiao shouted excitedly, her eyes scanning the guests below.
At that moment, I slowly raised my bidding paddle and calmly said, "Twenty million."
My voice was not loud, but it clearly resonated throughout the entire banquet hall.
In an instant, all eyes were on me.
The smile on Lin Jiaojiao's face froze. She looked at me in disbelief, her eyes filled with shock and panic.
Ignoring her gaze, I continued, "I want that Blue-and-White Porcelain Vase."
My tone was firm and unquestionable. A wave of whispers erupted from the audience, clearly startled by my sudden move and exorbitant bid.
I picked up the Champagne and took a light sip, casually scanning the faces of the crowd below, some showing surprise, others confusion, and a few jealousy, enjoying the feeling of being the center of attention.
Lin Jiaojiao quickly regained her composure, wearing a professional smile as she gently said, "It seems Mrs. Zhang is determined to acquire this Blue-and-White Porcelain Vase. Is there anyone else who would like to place a bid?"
Her gaze swept across the room, but no one responded. The price of twenty million had far exceeded the value of the antique itself; aside from someone like me with ulterior motives, who would want to be that fool?
"Twenty million once, twenty million twice, twenty million three times, sold!" With the sound of the auctioneer's gavel, the Tang Dynasty Blue and White Porcelain Vase finally fell into my hands at a high price.
I handed my paddle to the attendant beside me, a smug smile playing on my lips.
After the banquet ended, major media outlets rushed to report on the charity auction's grandeur, especially the news about "the mysterious wealthy woman purchasing an expensive antique for twenty million," which became the hottest topic of the evening.
As expected, the next day, countless news reports featured my photo alongside that Blue-and-White Porcelain Vase in prominent positions, with various speculations and discussions swirling around.
I sat on the sofa leisurely browsing through news on my tablet while listening to Aunt Wang grumbling beside me.
"Madam, you have no idea how terrible those reporters are! They’re making wild accusations, saying you bought that vase just to show off your wealth. It's absolutely outrageous!"
I put down my tablet and smiled to comfort Aunt Wang. "Aunt Wang, don’t be upset. People will say what they want; let them talk. The truth will out itself; I have nothing to fear."
"But..." Aunt Wang tried to say something more but was interrupted by me.
"Aunt Wang, rest assured. I know how to handle this matter," I patted her hand reassuringly.
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