Chapter 816: Preparing for the Opening
Master Shen never dreamed that just an invitation ticket could be fried to such a high price, and the proceeds from the invitations he released intermittently in the past few days made him smile, if it weren't for Hao Jun's repeated instructions to strictly control the scale and qualifications of the auction, he would have been eager to process 10,000 invitations to sell them on a large scale.
Hao Jun also expected the effect of such hype, but he didn't expect it to reach this point that almost made Master Shen lose his mind.
In the final analysis, the attraction of the imperial wine cup is too attractive, and the publicity is very targeted, Shanghai has never lacked rich people, and winning the imperial wine cup itself is the embodiment of strength, and it has a strong helping effect on its personal status and corporate effect, which most of the people who participated in the auction may have a clear understanding in their hearts, the previous imperial wine cup has never been tested, even if it is exhibited, it is also an exhibition of the directional crowd within the professional range, many people do not know the historical value of the imperial wine cup, but they know how expensive it isγ
Chinese people have always had the psychology of not seeking the best but seeking the most expensive, and the imperial wine cup is one of the few national treasures that can be privately collected so far, not to mention, this time there is no limit to the identity of the person participating in the auction, and no one wants to miss this opportunity.
The high price of invitations also makes the people who participate in the auction a specific group of people, either rich or expensive, after all, no one will pay such a big price just for just watching an auction.
Master Shen's mood these days is both apprehensive and excited.
It was in such a mood that Master Shen finally ushered in the auction he had been waiting for for a long time.
In order to match the high standard of the auction, Dingtian dispatched almost all the capable personnel, uniform dress and strict professionalism, so that the guests participating in the auction are also bright, and there is a deep sense of security.
Master Shen's mouth was almost on the top of his head, he stood at the door to greet the guests, the tall and cold security guards around him made him extraordinary, he knew that Ding Tian was so face-saving, it was all because of Hao Jun, but at this time, he was already a little less concerned about the distinguished guests that Hao Jun had mentioned before, because among the customers who came frequently, almost everyone was a distinguished guest in his eyes, a naked fat sheep.
He was glad to have taken out some of the collectibles he had acquired in almost his life, and united with a few friends, making this auction still very predictable, of course, not only these lots will make him a lot of money in the end, but also the holding of this auction, which will make him achieve a position in the industry in the future, will make him smile from ear to ear.
"I haven't heard of the Fengtang District Business Association, where is Fengtang District?"
Master Shen looked at the people in front of him who reported their homes, and was a little puzzled, he had always been very conceited when he saw people, although these people were dressed in suits and leather shoes, they were not as extravagant as those guests before, but showed their a little restraint, and couldn't help asking, "May I ask where you got the invitation?"
Although his tone was polite, the doubts in his words already explained part of the attitude in his heart.
Before Yuan Songda could respond, a slightly stiff voice sounded on the side: "They must have bought it from scalpers at a high price!"
Noda Akio and Kojima Junsheng arrived on time, so strict that it was not missing the time on the invitation for a minute, and they were followed by several burly men with fierce eyes.
When Noda Qiusheng saw that Yuan Songda and Tao Zhaofa were blocked in their way, he couldn't help but want to open his mouth to ridicule, and he instinctively thought that their invitations were bought from others at a high price like himself, a typical swollen face and fat man.
After Noda Qiusheng finished speaking, he ignored Tao Zhaofa's reactions, solemnly bowed to Master Shen, and said: "Hello, Master Shen, the contempt is Noda Qiusheng of the Lotus City Japanese Merchants Association, this is Kojima-kun who just came to your country from Japan not long ago, I heard that you are holding a special auction here, Kojima-kun and I are both collectors, I hope it didn't bother you!"
After speaking, the two of them solemnly bowed to Master Shen again.
"Japanese?"
Master Shen was stunned for a moment, and suddenly remembered the idea that Hao Jun had told him, and his mood couldn't help but stir, looking at the words and deeds of these two Japanese, it must not be simple, if everything can be as Jun Shao expected, it will be too perfect.
Master Shen thought about it in his heart, where could he still take care of Yuan Songda and Tao Zhaofa, and hurriedly put on a smiling face that couldn't find a trace of flaw, and said: "It turned out to be a guest from Japan, you are so polite, it is my honor for the two of you to come to participate in the auction, quickly, please come in, please come in, oh, no, I will personally accompany you in!"
Although Master Shen's attitude of ignoring made Tao Zhaofa feel a little angry in his heart, they also understood that their identity must not be compared with other guests, and Noda Akisheng and another Japanese had the aura of foreign friends after all.
At least the security guards didn't stop them from entering the auction venue.
On the contrary, when Noda and Kojima entered, they were stopped by the people from Dingtian Security, "I'm sorry, Mr. Shen, these gentlemen didn't show the invitation letter, so they can't go in!"
Master Shen was stunned, "Can't you even bring what I brought in?"
"I'm sorry, Master Shen, there is a stipulation in the contract between us, and you agreed with it at the beginning, no guests without an invitation letter will be allowed to enter!"
Master Shen was slightly surprised, this was what he had agreed with Hao Jun at the beginning, and it was not wrong for Dingtian Security to strictly enforce it, but at this time, he was obstructed and let him, the organizer, put his face where to go.
"The invitations are all distributed by me, you guys are fooling around, get out of the way, so as not to disturb the distinguished guests!"
He was afraid that Noda and Kojima would leave, and his face was a little more anxious.
But Dingtian Security was unmoved, and said solemnly: "Master Shen, we strictly follow the contract, this is for the safety of customers, please understand!"
"Why are you ......" Master Shen was furious, and his previous favor towards Dingtian Security suddenly dropped to zero.
However, at this time, Kojima Junsheng nodded with a smile and said, "I admire your professionalism, Master Shen, it doesn't matter, just let them wait outside, I'll just go in with Noda-kun!"
Master Shen led the two of them in with an apologetic expression, and kept saying, "I'm really sorry, Mr. Kojima, Mr. Noda, I will definitely make amends to you after the auction!"
Kojima Junsheng looked extremely gentlemanly, and said with a smile: "Master Shen is too polite, it is precisely because of such strict security measures that the smooth progress of this auction can be guaranteed, I can understand and fully cooperate!"
"Then thank you both again!"
Master Shen also bowed frequently while learning the appearance of the Japanese, and after a while, the three of them talked and laughed, and they were very enthusiastic, until after many distinguished guests arrived, Master Shen bowed down to say goodbye and greet others.
Noda asked strangely, "Kojima-kun, is this Master Shen really the owner of the Imperial Wine Cup?"
Kojima Junsheng said with a smile: "Noda-kun, don't underestimate this person, how can a person who can handle such a scene be a simple person, I see this scene outside, it's just a play they co-starred in, so we have to abide by his rules." However, in this way, I have less worries, and it seems that our Japanese identity is not taboo by him, so that there will be less trouble!"
Noda Akisheng immediately said: "Kojima-kun is reasonable, I wish Kojima-kun can return with a baby!"
"Noda-kun is too polite, if it weren't for your strong help this time, I'm afraid I wouldn't even have a chance to know about this auction, if I can win this imperial wine cup, I will definitely repay Kojima-kun in the future!"
The amount of funds raised by Noda Akisheng, Kojima Junsheng already has a rough idea, and it should not be a problem to add the funds he transferred from China to win the imperial wine cup with all his might, but I am afraid that the collectors in China will not sit idly by and watch the outflow of treasures and can raise the price.
The two Japanese whispered on the side, and did not go to the VIP seat specially prepared by Master Shen, and at this moment in the background, Master Shen, Hao Jun, Yue Feiyang and Wen Lao were all present, looking at the crowd below, Yue Feiyang couldn't help but smile and said: "Master Shen's special auction this time may be one of the few grand occasions in China in recent times, and many familiar rich and powerful people have come, so it can be seen that there must be a dragon and tiger battle tonight!"
Wen Lao stroked his beard and said with a smile: "Xiao Yue is reasonable, and there are many old friends in the collection world, and it is indeed unprecedented!
Hao Jun nodded, pointed in the direction of Kojima Junsheng and said: "That person's name is Kojima Junsheng, he is a well-known collector in Japan, and he is also the manager of a large Japanese consortium, and he often unexpectedly tries his best to buy some precious collections.
"But this scale is so large, will there be any guests who will forcibly auction it in order not to cause the outflow of treasures!"
Yue Feiyang expressed the worries in his heart, such worries are not unreasonable, after all, some people have excessively patriotic plots, and it is inevitable that they will lose their minds under the rendering of the atmosphere.
Hao Jun smiled mysteriously and said: "There will be no such thing, there is a specific channel for the issuance of this invitation, and such a noble person can't get it, and even if he gets it, it will be stolen......
Yue Feiyang's face instantly had a black line.
Master Shen didn't seem to understand, but Old Man Wen quietly let out a sigh of relief.