
Several representatives from European aristocratic families gathered and whispered for a moment, then sent a representative to make an offer: "40 million!"
Upon hearing the price, several Russian tycoons looked at each other and shook their heads in unison. They wanted to win this important symbolic statue, but it was clear that they had to appraise the statue for 40 million.
The auction advisor also felt that this price was quite appropriate. He was about to announce the end of the offer, but then a Middle Eastern tycoon raised his hand and said, "45 million!"
As he makes an offer, the Middle East tycoon stares coldly at the European billionaire, delivering a clear message: the world is no longer as controlled by Europe as it was 80 years ago. You have to pay a lot to take something from us as Muslims.
European billionaires are getting very angry. This was their national treasure, and they had to get it back no matter what. So, someone clenched his teeth and said, "46 million!"
The Middle Eastern tycoon shook his hand; this time, he did not even need to speak for himself. A man dressed as an assistant loudly declared, "50 million!"
Hearing this price, Shane Casson's eyes immediately turned red, and he held onto his chest.
Now European billionaires are starting to feel a little too overwhelmed. They gathered and whispered for a moment, then weakly added, "52 million!"
"55 million!" The assistant Middle East tycoon proudly made the offer.
Blake tightly held Shane Casson's hand and said, "Congratulations, Shane. You've just become almost a billionaire!"
Shane Casson pulled his hand back and continued to hold his chest. He considered asking the waiter to call for emergency medical help.
Fortunately, the offer finally stopped. The Middle East tycoon dealt a crushing blow to the European tycoon at 55 million, using a 5 million price ladder. After he reported the price, the European tycoon finally retreated with defeat.
The auctioneer rhythmically chanted three bids, then tapped his hammer hard and exclaimed loudly, "A new record has been born! Mr. Afef Sheikhha Lifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan of the United Arab Emirates has acquired a bronze statue of 'Bellerophon and Chimera' for a high price of 55 million. Let's congratulate you with applause!"
"Cloth, plaque, plaque!" Shane Casson's applause sounded really loud.
European billionaires feel sad, and they take applause as a formality, then leave the place one by one. They may not have the mood to attend the next dinner.
Fake paintings "Sunflowers" sold for 1 billion 80 million rupiah, other works Pinajian valued at 2 billion rupiah, and Picasso paintings sold for 3.6 billion rupiah. With the addition of a bid of 110 billion rupiah, Shane Casson's net worth suddenly reached 120 billion.
However, he still had to pay personal income tax from the art auction, which should be at 22% in Canada, he said, but Auerbach told him that he could avoid taxes fairly and had helped him come up with a tax avoidance plan.
So anyway, he did become the local king this time around.
Dinner is still held in five-star hotels called "Four Seasons." Blake takes Shane Casson around and introduces him to many of Canada's wealthy.
After drinking a lot of champagne, Shane Casson returned from the bathroom and saw Blake and Allen Brendon sitting next to him at the auction, conversing and laughing. He's approaching them.
Blake raised his glass, and Shane knew he was going to introduce others to her.
As the head of the bank, especially the bank that had a strong local presence, Allen Brendon had excellent social skills and once again praised Shane from all angles when they met.
Shane understood Brendon's intentions and spoke in Mandarin, "Don't worry, my friend. My money will be in your bank, but please don't try to sell me financial products for now."
"You guys seem to be having a fun conversation. Can I join?" a soft voice sounded. Shane turned around and saw a Middle Eastern tycoon who had bought "Perseus and Medusa," walking towards them with a smile.
Shane didn't mind getting to know a Middle Eastern tycoon, and regarding Allen Brendon, a banker like him, he was even more eager to learn from such friends.
Previously, Blake wanted to entertain the wealthy Emirati businessman Afef Sheikh Halyafah bin Zayed Al Nahyan. However, the so-called cold stood in a corner of the room, drinking alone, and even a person with a thick face like Blake could not force himself to disturb him..
They had no deep conversations and only knew each other before parting ways. Shane did not wait for the party to end, saying he could not bear the effects of his hangover, and chose to return to his room early.
"Please, Shane, enjoy tonight. I have prepared a gift for you; I hope you like it," said Blake with a sly, wily smile like a fox.
Shane Casson was indeed drunk, but he returned to his room early to learn the "Sea God's Food" he had just received.
Shane Casson's room is on the 15th floor, and the Blake family have booked him the legendary President's suite. The cooperation between the two sides is fun.
This Presidential Suite did not require a key card, and a special servant waited at the door, who opened it after verifying his identity.
Shane Casson paid no heed to the beautiful decor upon entering the room and headed straight for the bedroom. As he approached the door, he saw a beautiful woman with a seductive smile appear!
What the hell is going on here?! Shane Casson's head was dizzy from the alcoholic drink, and at first glance at the woman, he thought he had gone into the wrong room.
The woman is particularly charming, with a classic blonde Caucasian beauty dressed in lacy stockings and slender legs wrapped around in mysterious black silk. His feet rested on a high-heeled shoe with a heel of over eight centimeters, and every movement and expression exuded a seductive allure.
"I'm sorry, I might..." Shane apologized immediately but immediately remembered Blake's lewd smile and said, "I've prepared a big present for you."
Then he understood everything - he didn't go into the wrong room. The woman gently opened her lips and said, "Master, your bath water has just been prepared. Do you want to shower yourself or will I join you?"
As the woman spoke, she stuck out a pink tongue to lick her full, red lips, making Shane Casson's "flag" rise in response to temptation.
Shane Casson was not a single person, a puritan, or a saint, and with this kind of beauty in front of him, he would not let it be missed in the past.
He did not pretend to be better than her and thought that a woman like this was dirty. After all, were female celebrities in the entertainment industry not as dirty? A number of businessmen and wealthy people are also interested in them.
However, there were more important things for him to do tonight, so he had to ask the woman to leave the room.
He did not want to expose his secret about the Heart of Poseidon, even if there was only a risk of being revealed.