Reborn in 2014: A One-Man Tycoon

The hustle and bustle of the auction subsided temporarily, and guests gathered in twos and threes.

They were discussing the thrilling bidding war they had just witnessed.

Almost no one left early.

After all, this is an auction held by the Green Gang.

Entering signifies a certain status; how could one easily bear to leave?

Furthermore, some people would spend a fortune on a scepter used by a dead man.

Even princes who think they're the richest in the world wouldn't dare to bid lightly.

What exactly made this scepter fetch such an astronomical price at auction?

Meng Chuan rarely stepped down from the auction stage, but Alice was already waiting for him backstage.

Holding a glass of warm water, she handed it to Meng Chuan as he approached.

"Have some water to soothe your throat. Your voice must be hoarse from shouting the price."

It's rare to see Yingdie not in the backstage area.

Alice, of course, wanted to make a special effort to show herself off.

Meng Chuan took the water glass and said with a faint smile:

"Thank you for your hard work. I didn't expect to get this price."

Can you tell me why?

A barely perceptible tenderness flickered in Alice's eyes.

She was really curious.

What exactly was Meng Chuan's purpose in doing this?

What secret does this cane hold?

It's worth that iron-fisted Anna throwing money at it.

Meng Chuan did not answer directly, but said mysteriously:

"You'll find out later! Anyway, whatever you do, bid as high as you can, make sure she doesn't win the bid."

Meng Chuan said.

This scepter represents the power of command and the bracelet.

It is the symbol of the core power of the Rothschild family.

There's no way Meng Chuan could be swayed by the iron-fisted Anna.

Anyway, with Meng Chuan backing her up, Alice can ask for any price she wants without any problem.

"Fine! Anyway, I don't have to spend any money, so I'll do as you wish!"

Alice was a smart woman and didn't press the issue for an answer.

Meng Chuan paused, then changed the subject:

"How is your father doing lately?"

When her father was mentioned, Alice's relaxed expression faded somewhat.

She took half a step forward, getting only inches away from Meng Chuan.

The scent of gardenias mingled with the slight buzz of champagne wafted over me.

She lowered her voice, her breath almost brushing against Meng Chuan's ear:

"Besides acting as your 'shill,' there's something else I want to tell you—about Trump."

The warm breath made Meng Chuan pause slightly.

Subconsciously turning my head, I met Alice's blue eyes that seemed to hold starlight.

Her eyelashes were long, casting a small shadow under her eyes.

His usual pride and sharpness had vanished, leaving only a rare tenderness.

Meng Chuan composed himself and gestured for her to continue.

"I learned from my father that it seems Trump intends to restrict your ability to leave the country."

Alice said with a hint of worry.

She came today with her father's instructions.

But Trump is still the president, after all.

Even William wouldn't dare to tip off Meng Chuan.

William still has some connections in the United States.

He only learned yesterday that Trump seemed to have secretly contacted the governors of several states.

Using 'national security' as a pretext, they are preparing to restrict Meng Chuan from leaving the country.

To paraphrase Trump, "We cannot let someone who threatens U.S. interests get away unscathed."

Alice's voice softened when she saw that Meng Chuan didn't seem surprised.

With a hint of barely perceptible probing:

“My father said that if you trust the Warburg family, we can help you arrange your departure.”

“We have a private yacht in the Atlantic Ocean, all the paperwork is done, and it’s departing from Harmanton Port tonight, heading straight for the open sea.”

"The journey will not pass through any waters under US jurisdiction. Once you can board the ship, the rest of the journey will be safe."

Meng Chuan smiled and was about to say something.

Alice, however, spoke first, her eyes swirling with complex emotions.

There was worry, there was anticipation, and there was also a slight flutter of excitement that she herself couldn't fully understand.

"Actually... even without my father's arrangement, I would have found a way to help you."

Alice's voice was as soft as a sigh:

“Meng Chuan, do you know? Every time I see you in danger, I…”

Before he could finish speaking, Meng Chuan quickly interrupted:

"Thank you, and please thank Mr. Warburg for me. I will consider my departure."

Meng Chuan avoided Alice's overly intense gaze.

Meng Chuan really didn't want to get entangled with Alice any longer.

Of course, Meng Chuan was still very touched by Alice's affection and kindness.

Just as Alice was about to speak again...

Meng Chuan glanced at his wristwatch:

"Time is almost up, let's finish what we need to do first."

Alice's eyes dimmed.

Then he raised his usual proud smile.

It was as if that moment of softness was just an illusion.

"Okay, then I'll go out first."

Alice was aware of the role she was playing.

She was just a shill.

If someone saw her and Meng Chuan in the same room, it would have some impact.

Therefore, she left first.

After Alice left, Yingdie immediately appeared in front of Meng Chuan:

“Master, Anna went into the lounge and made a private call to Mr. Fett.”

"Moreover, news has also come from King Bi's side. Fate has personally called to confirm that it is indeed her."

Fate has completely submitted.

He outwardly agreed to Anna's request.

But after hanging up the phone, he immediately reported the contents of the call to Bi Wang truthfully.

A smile appeared on Meng Chuan's lips.

The fish has finally taken the bait.

Meng Chuan returned to the auction hall.

Anna was already seated, her face displaying a calm confidence that she was determined to win.

Meng Chuan stepped onto the auction stage, his gaze sweeping across the entire room before finally settling on Anna and Alice, and slowly began to speak:

"The break is over, the auction continues. The highest bid so far is from Miss Alice, at twenty million US dollars. Miss Anna, do you have a higher bid?"

Anna raised her card almost without hesitation, her voice clear and firm:

"Twenty-five million US dollars!"

The whole place was boiling again.

In just thirty minutes, she actually raised five million dollars, which is enough to prove her determination.

This also made everyone present even more curious about the secret of this cane.

Meng Chuan struck the wooden mallet in his hand:

"Twenty-five million US dollars! Anything higher?"

The scene fell silent; no one else raised a sign.

"Twenty-five million US dollars, for the first time!"

As Meng Chuan began the countdown, he glanced at Alice.

Alice stood up:

“Miss Anna is so persistent; I shouldn’t be taking what she loves. But my father truly adores this scepter. I’m sorry. Thirty million.”

Anna's expression changed.

She lacks confidence when compared to the Warburg family in terms of wealth.

Besides, Alice is now quite wealthy.

Alice's determination made her uneasy.

Even with Fate behind her, she wasn't absolutely confident she could suppress Alice.

But after a moment of contemplation, a barely perceptible glint of murderous intent flashed in Anna's eyes.

He then said in a calm tone:

"Forty million, Miss Alice. If you can bid higher than me, it's yours."