Reporters were all blocked outside; this was their hunting ground!
Fortunately, because this painting was one of T·D's less famous works and not well-known to many, the starting bid wasn't as exaggerated as for the others.
It was only 20 million!
Xu He immediately raised her sign!
The auctioneer reacted quickly, politely lifting his hand in her direction while simultaneously speaking into the microphone, "21 million!"
Each bid was an increase of 1 million, which was a rule set prior to the auction.
At the same time, Xu He's bidding number, 8820, appeared on the big screen behind the auctioneer, showing the instant scrolling bidding numbers.
The ladies of the Madam Group cast surprised looks at her.
Such quick action!
The ladies didn't fight among themselves, nor did they bid against each other to drive up the price, but just because they didn't bid didn't mean others wouldn't—
"22 million!"
"23 million!"
"24 million!"
"..."
