mtl008 Chapter 159 Auctioning Pomelos
Chapter 159 Auctioning Pomelos
Miss Ning stared at the words on the bottom of her bowl, deeply puzzled. Everyone else had "Another Bowl," but hers had the word "Hidden" printed on it. What did that mean? After pondering for a long time, she finally couldn't help but ask.
"Miss Li, what is the meaning of the two words 'hidden' at the bottom of my bowl?"
Upon hearing the word "hidden," Li Shuchen hurried over to check.
"Great, it really is a hidden gem! Congratulations, Miss Ning! There's only one of these hidden milk teas available, you're incredibly lucky! Someone, bring Miss Ning her hidden milk tea!"
What is "hidden milk tea"?
"Who knows? We've never seen them before."
"It's here, it's here!"
Li Shuchen personally took the hidden milk tea and placed it in front of Miss Ning.
"Miss Ning, please enjoy your meal."
Miss Ning took a small sip; the sweetness of the honey and the plump segments of the pomelo collided and bloomed on her tongue.
The taste was indescribable.
The aroma of tea balances the sweetness, preventing it from being cloying, while the milky flavor lingers on the tongue.
"What a unique milk tea!"
Li Shuchen explained, "This is honey pomelo milk tea, made with wild honey and a special variety of pomelo."
A young woman asked softly
"Is the pomelo in this milk tea a golden pomelo?"
"Excellent, young lady, you have a good eye."
"My father brought home two golden pomelos a few days ago, and I was fortunate enough to taste them; they truly lived up to their reputation."
After listening, Li Shuchen's mind began to race. "My father?" she thought, "She gave something to the Prefect. Could it be that this young lady...?"
"Is the young lady the daughter of the Prefect?"
"Indeed, Miss Li, you may call me Shuxue."
"Shuxue truly lives up to her name; she possesses a refined elegance and a pure, untainted spirit."
Li Shuchen's two sentences made the little girl blush, and she replied shyly.
"Miss Li, you flatter me. My father has always said that you are exceptionally intelligent and knowledgeable, and he wants me to learn from you. I wonder if I, Shuxue, would have the honor of seeking your guidance?"
"Of course, of course. If Miss Shuxue has time, you can come find me at the Happiness Inn."
Having received confirmation, the young girl was too shy to look up at Li Shuchen, and gave a slight bow.
Thank you, Miss Li.
Li Shuchen politely returned the gift.
At this moment, the wealthy young man carrying three thousand taels of silver stood up and said...
"Miss Li, when will you take me to see the king of fruits? If I'm not mistaken, the king of fruits is the golden pomelo, isn't it?"
"An ounce of gold for an ounce of pomelo—only this fruit deserves the title of 'King of Fruits.' In that case, Miss Li, why don't you take us to see it?"
Li Shuchen smiled slightly.
Please follow me.
Li Shuchen led them to the golden pomelo tree.
Rows of seats were already prepared, waiting for distinguished guests.
Gu Ziying: "Everyone, please take your seats."
Li Shuchen: "Seventh Sister, distribute the tokens."
The wealthy young man, carrying three thousand taels of silver, glanced at the chair and jokingly said...
"What does Miss Li mean by this? Does she mean for us to sit down and watch?"
Li Shuchen: "As you all know, golden pomelos are rare and precious. I am fortunate enough to have obtained two golden pomelo trees, but the fruit is limited, so I have to auction them off. The plaques I just handed out to you are price tags. Raising this plaque means you are bidding or increasing your bid."
"It's interesting to hold an auction here."
After speaking, the wealthy young man, who carried three thousand taels of silver, gracefully took his seat.
Seeing that the guests were all seated, Li Shuchen called out...
"Eighth brother, ninth brother"
Two girls, one dressed in pink and the other in blue, simultaneously picked up a corner of red cloth and flew upwards, revealing the full face of the golden pomelo tree.
Tall and imposing, with plump, golden fruits, they dazzled every pair of eyes present.
"My goodness, it really is a golden pomelo tree! I never imagined it would be so tall!"
"This color, this aroma, truly the finest of fruits."
"This banquet was totally worth it!"
Li Shuchen coughed slightly, pulling everyone back to their senses.
"Now, please welcome our auctioneer, Miss Colorful Dress."
Applause erupted, and Caiyi stepped out.
His neon-colored outfit once again dazzled everyone present.
Colorful clothes greeted her playfully.
"Greetings everyone, I am Caiyi, the auctioneer for this Golden Pomelo auction. Life is tough, so I'm resorting to performing arts. I hope you gentlemen and ladies will take good care of me (??????w????)??????"
After saying that, he made a face.
It stirred the hearts of many young men and women.
Even Li Shuchen, seeing how lively and adorable Caiyi was, wanted to give her some money.
The guests made promises one after another
"Don't worry, Miss Cai, I will definitely take good care of you."
"Miss in colorful clothes, all the money I brought today is yours."
"Girl in colorful clothes, I'll give you my whole body."
Caiyi smiled sweetly and said...
"Then we will begin the auction for the first golden pomelo. The starting price is fifty taels of silver, and each bid must be at least five taels of silver higher. Bidding shall now begin."
"Miss in colorful clothes, I'll offer sixty taels of silver."
"Miss in colorful clothes, I'll offer sixty-five taels of silver."
"Miss in colorful clothes, I'll offer seventy taels of silver."
The wealthy young man, carrying three thousand taels of silver, curled his lips into a slight smile and said calmly.
One hundred taels of silver
Caiyi's smile deepened upon hearing this, and her eyes brightened.
"Wow, this young master has offered one hundred taels of silver! Does anyone else have a bid?"
"No?"
"One hundred taels of silver per time"
After a few seconds of silence, no one raised the price.
"One hundred taels of silver twice"
After another pause, still no one raised the price.
"One hundred taels of silver three times"
"Sold! Congratulations to this young master for winning our first golden pomelo of the day for one hundred taels of silver! Congratulations!"
"Young master, which golden pomelo would you like?"
The wealthy young man carrying three thousand taels of silver casually pointed and said...
The top one
The pink-clad ninth brother swooped up, quickly plucked the item, then with a graceful turn, flew down and landed steadily.
The guests erupted in applause, their enthusiasm running high; they were all captivated by Lao Jiu's agility and skill.
Caiyi: "Next, we will auction five golden pomelos. The starting bid is 250 taels of silver, and each bid must be at least 25 taels of silver higher. Let the auction begin."
I will offer two hundred and seventy-five taels of silver.
I'll offer three hundred taels of silver.
I'll offer three hundred and fifty taels of silver.
I'll offer four hundred taels of silver.
Caiyi: "Four hundred taels of silver already. Anyone bidding higher? Let's try adding another twenty-five taels. Maybe it'll be yours!"
A few seconds later, someone in the guest group held up a sign.
I will offer four hundred and twenty-five taels of silver.
Caiyi smiled and said, "Four hundred and twenty-five taels of silver. Any bidders willing to go up?"
"Four hundred and twenty-five taels of silver per time"
"Four hundred and twenty-five taels of silver twice"
"Four hundred and twenty-five taels of silver three times"
"Sold! Congratulations to this young master for purchasing our five golden pomelos for 425 taels of silver. Congratulations!"
Li Shuchen watched as the auctioneer in colorful clothes did a good job, so he stopped paying attention and pulled Gu Ziying into the room.
"I'm so hungry, Ziying, let's eat!"
"it is good"
The table was soon filled with delicious food.
Li Shuchen washed his hands and rolled up some roast duck pancakes for Gu Ziying.
"Ziying, eat quickly."
After handing it out, she quickly rolled one for herself, stuffed it all into her mouth, and the rich aroma made her feel so happy.
"It smells so good, Ziying! The roast duck smells amazing, I love it so much!"
Gu Ziying said dotingly
"Look at you, you look so silly."
"Hehe, isn't life all about eating and drinking to your heart's content? Come on, Ziying, drink this bowl of honey grapefruit milk tea!"
"it is good"