Urban God-level Youth

Chapter 365: Chapter 367 Auction (Part 1)

Qin Hao had keen ears and sharp eyes, and although Han Meng’s voice was very soft, he heard it.

His expression froze for a moment. Although Han Meng said she didn’t mind, Qin Hao couldn’t just let it be.

As long as she wasn’t angry, that was good enough.

He went out for some exercise and ran into Zhao Xingbo on the way.

He was full of energy and, seeing Qin Hao, he smiled and said, “Xiao Hao, this Xinghui Wine is really good. I drank too much last night, but woke up feeling refreshed, as if I were several years younger.”

Qin Hao replied, “It’s when you’re drunk and asleep that the effects of the Xinghui Wine really start to kick in.”

Zhao Xingbo whispered to him, “Xiao Hao, let me ask you, does this wine also have any… you know, aphrodisiac effects?”

Qin Hao was stunned for a moment, then thought for a second before replying, “It should, I guess. It strengthens the foundation and nourishes the origin, so it does have a bit of that effect.”

…

Qin Hao ran to the beach and received a call from Li Bao on the phone in his pocket.

Li Bao, “Hao, I’ve arranged for Leng Xuan to select a few people to go to Jianghai to protect you. Give me your address.”

Qin Hao replied, “Xin Hai District, Haoting Sea View Villa District. Li Bao, you should bring people to Jianghai and open a branch office, Jiangshan is too remote.

“For a company like ours that trains elite security personnel, there’s bigger business to be had in a major city like Jianghai.”

Li Bao nodded, “Alright, Hao. I’ll make arrangements and come over to check it out in a few days.”

At that moment, Fan Ruobing’s call came through, and after Qin Hao finished speaking with Li Bao, he answered Fan Ruobing’s call.

Qin Hao asked, “President Fan, what’s up?”

Fan Ruobing replied, “Now that you’re an academician of the Xuan Science Academy, just call me Ruobing.”

Qin Hao inquired, “Ruobing, you’re looking for me. Is there something you need?”

Fan Ruobing said, “This morning at ten o’clock, my mother’s company’s auction house is holding an auction.

“I’ve put a painting of yours up for auction. Shall we go have a look together?”

Qin Hao answered, “Sure, I’ll come over after I eat. Are you at school or at home?”

Fan Ruobing replied, “At home, in the same district you visited last time.”

Qin Hao confirmed, “Okay, see you in a bit.”

After hanging up the phone, Qin Hao ran for a while longer before heading back home.

Qiao’er had already woken up and was washing up, while Han Meng was braiding her hair.

Qiao’er asked, “Dad, can I go to school for my lessons today?”

Qin Hao said, “Yes, you can, just remember to catch up with your coursework.”

Qiao’er nodded and said, “Mm, the weekend is coming up in a couple of days. I’ll catch up then.”

After breakfast, Han Meng went to drop Qiao’er off at school, and Qin Hao drove out in his black Mercedes.

He didn’t dare to drive his Lamborghini because he was sure to be recognized if he went out. There were only a few Lamborghinis in the entire Jianghai City, making it too conspicuous.

His popularity now was no less than some celebrity stars, if not stronger.

Arriving outside Fan Ruobing’s residential building, Qin Hao gave her a call, “Ruobing, I’m downstairs at your place.”

“I’ll be right down,” Fan Ruobing said before hanging up.

A few minutes later, Fan Ruobing came down dressed in a long autumn dress that flattered her figure. The cold expression on her face only added to her charm.

Qin Hao rolled down the window and said, “Get in.”

Fan Ruobing got into the passenger’s seat and said, “Let’s go…”

Half an hour later, Qin Hao drove to Fenghua Jewelry and Antiques City, a place similar to an enormous indoor mall focused on cultural artifacts and jewelry.

The entire street was filled with cultural artifact and jewelry businesses, and there were many such cities around.

The first floor was spacious, with display cases containing all sorts of cultural playthings and jewelry.

Walnut, diamond, Xingyue Bodhi, various bead bracelets, and a variety of wooden decorative items and more.

Upon entering, Qin Hao was dazzled by the array of goods, and the Cultural City was fairly crowded.

“Is this your family’s business?” Qin Hao asked, somewhat surprised.

Fan Ruobing: “The place is ours, all these counters on the first floor are leased out, we collect some rent every month.

The second floor is also leased out, only the third floor is operated by us directly, and the auction is also held on the third floor.”

This was Qin Hao’s first visit to such a place, and he curiously examined the items on the counters.

Fan Ruobing led him to the third floor, where the staff recognized her. Upon their arrival, they brought both of them outside Wang Shudan’s office.

After knocking on the door and hearing Wang Shudan’s voice, Qin Hao and Fan Ruobing walked in.

Inside the office, there wasn’t just Wang Shudan; a middle-aged man in his forties was also present.@@novelbin@@

Seeing Qin Hao and her daughter come in, Wang Shudan said with a smile, “Xiao Hao, Ruobing, you’re here, please take a seat.”

The middle-aged man, Wei Jiaxing, smiled at Fan Ruobing and said, “Ruobing, you’re here.”

Fan Ruobing kept a cold face and ignored the middle-aged man completely, which irked Wei Jiaxing, though he dared not show it.

Wang Shudan spoke up, “Vice President Wei, we can discuss this matter later, please leave for now.”

Wei Jiaxing nodded and then left the office.

Wang Shudan asked Qin Hao, “Xiao Hao, what tea would you like to drink?”

She had a variety of teas available, all of them famous, and hard to find on the market.

Qin Hao smiled and said, “Auntie, any kind is fine, I’m not too familiar with these things.”

Wang Shudan took out some Da Hong Pao and brewed a pot of tea for the two of them.

Wang Shudan smiled at him and said, “Xiao Hao, I didn’t expect you to be an academician; you’ve really surprised your aunt.”

Qin Hao: “Mr. Fan has contributed even more than I have, he’s done a lot for the country, but few people know about it.”

Upon hearing Qin Hao mention Fan Zhiwei, Wang Shudan’s expression turned a bit unnatural; if it were someone else, she would have turned hostile and lashed out.

But that was not the case with Qin Hao, firstly because of his status and capability, and secondly because of his relationship with Ruobing.

“But he is not a competent husband and father,” Wang Shudan replied.

Qin Hao didn’t know about the conflict between Wang Shudan and Fan Zhiwei, so he didn’t continue on the topic.

As the three were talking, a knock came at the door.

A female sales associate entered: “Wang Guanding, there is someone outside insisting on buying that painting. We told him it was not for sale, but he insists on seeing you.”

The painting the sales associate referred to was the landscape and family painting that Qin Hao had originally given to her.

Wang Shudan stepped out, and Qin Hao and Fan Ruobing followed suit.

In the gallery on the third floor, a middle-aged man was examining the landscape and family painting.

Seeing Wang Shudan approaching with the sales associate, Jiang Shengjie asked, “Are you the boss here?”

Wang Shudan, seeing Jiang Shengjie, smiled and said, “Hello, sir.”

Jiang Shengjie nodded slightly and pointed to the painting in the exhibition area, asking, “How much for this painting?”

Wang Shudan replied regretfully, “I’m sorry, sir, this was a gift from a friend. I’m very fond of it, therefore it’s not for sale.”

Jiang Shengjie frowned slightly, “One billion and five hundred million, the mood and craftsmanship of this painting are worth that price, it’s just a pity it’s not signed.”

Wang Shudan: “Sir, if you like this master’s work, you might want to wait.

In about fifteen minutes, we’re going to have an auction. There will be another work by this master on offer then.”

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