Chapter 28 - Antique Auction (1/2)

Chapter 28: Antique Auction

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

A few days later, most people had forgotten about what had happened that night, except for a few who were waiting for the situation to deteriorate so that they could gloat at Chen Fan.

The incident at the gala had spurred Si Yinxia to work much more diligently than before. He engrossed himself in studying, basketball training, and Taekwondo training, trying all he could to prove to Xu Rongfei that he was the right choice for her.

On a Friday afternoon, Chen Fan contemplated if he should head back to Si Shui county to visit. He had been away from home for more than one and a half months, and if he counted the time of his past life, that would have been over five hundred years

Then his cell phone rang; it was Wei Ziqin.

“h.e.l.lo, is this Mr. Chen? There is going to be an antique auction this evening. I am wondering if you are interested in coming along with me?” Chen Fan heard the voice on the other end of the line. He was slightly surprised by the invitation.

“This auction was also a networking event. The main goal was for similar minded people to meet and mingle. The items for sale are very interesting as well. I have heard that the allegedly cursed diamond: The Blue Hope, was going to appear at the podium.

The schedule of the items also included a few that were called ‘Dharma Artifacts.’ I remembered that you told us that you are a follower of the Dao, so I thought that you might be interested.”

Ever since Mr. Wei explained the power of a Transcendent Master, Ziqin was convinced that Chen Fan was related to all sorts of mysterious forces in the world.

“Dharma Artifact?” Chen Fan furrowed his brows.

Could it be the same Dharma Artifact such as the Flying Swords in the realm of cultivation?

“Bingo! It was said that these Dharma Artifacts were able to help stabilize the Feng Shui around the house and ward off the evil spirit in the world. But no one knows if that’s for real or not.” Wei Ziqin explained patiently.

“Interesting. Yes, I want to go.” Chen Fan said.

“Great, then I will pick you up tonight.” Wei Ziqin said carefully.

“It’s fine; I can go there by myself.” Chen Fan shook his head.

He was already amid an unwanted melodrama. If a beautiful girl appeared at the school and picked him up in a fancy luxury vehicle, his schoolmates were going to spin even more melodramatic tales about how he betrayed Xu Rongfei.

What happened at the Orientation Gala had put him under the spotlight, and he didn’t deign to attract even more attention.

“Just tell me the address, and I will take a taxi.”

“Very well. Tell them my name at the entrance; they will let you in.” Wei Ziqin nodded.

As soon as Chen Fan put down his cellphone, he saw Jiang Tanqiu’s curious gaze on him. “Who was that?”

“No one, just a friend asking me to come over tonight.” Chen Fan answered readily. He made another phone call to Sister Yin to ask for time off.

After the last cla.s.s was over, Chen Fan packed up his books and left in a hurry.

Seeing Chang Wen was gone, Chang Wen snorted and then said, “Yinxia, why are you still so sad about that woman? She would rather pick a country boy over you. Can’t you tell that she doesn’t even care about you?”

“I have gotten three tickets to an antique auction tonight, why don’t you and Xinyu come with me? You need to relax, babe.”

Ji Xingyu hurried to chime in.

“Boss Si, I have heard about this party before.

“It was hosted by Fang Sheng International Group. They only reserve tickets for people with over fifty million yuan in a.s.sets. The antiques were all like voodoo and s.h.i.+t; it will be fun. Let’s go.”

“Indeed. Thanks to my uncle, I was able to get three tickets. I bet Chen Fan can’t even so much as work at such an event much less attend it.” Chang Wen smiled contemptuously.

Si Yinxia nodded. After days of hard work, he felt that he had regained some of his self-confidence; some relaxation wouldn’t hurt.

The party was hosted at a high-end club right beside the Yunwu Mountain. It was called “Hidden Dragon Villa.” It was a secluded suburb area surrounded by a quiet village.

Chen Fan went home and changed. He then took a taxi to the Hidden Dragon Villa. When he reached the destination, he saw the parking lot was already packed with high-end cars.

Vehicles such as BMW’s and Audi’s were the cheapest ones in this parking lot. There were many Lamborghinis, Porsches, and he even saw a Rolls-Royce Phantom VII with the license plate of 666-666. This car was worth over six million in 2007.

“There are a lot of rich people in Chu Zhou City. ” Chen Fan thought to himself.

Upon entering the lobby, he told the receptionist Wie Ziqin’s name, and the receptionist welcomed him into the event center.

The interior of the building was lavishly decorated to the smallest detail. It was evident that it was the most high-end club in Chu Zhou City. Under the bright crystal chandelier were groups of well-dressed upper-cla.s.s guests.

There were many teenagers in the same age as Chen Fan in the event hall. He wagered that they were brought here by their parents to experience the posh life of their future. The teenagers had formed their own flocks and were chatting with each other.