bookrandom Chapter 242 Congratulations to Mr. Reeves for winning the bid for Mr. Reeves's "Ambidextro
Chapter 242 Congratulations to Mr. Reeves for winning the bid for Mr. Reeves's "Ambidextro
When Reeves arrived today, he hadn't expected there to be an auction.
I thought it would be the same as usual: have a few drinks, take a girl out for some fun, and that would be it.
Who knew this would happen today?
So he found the book that James had given him, which had been sitting in the car for several months, and which James had treasured like a precious gift.
I thought no one would know and I could get away with it.
Who knew that Wang Xiucheng and Durant would also come?
If others don't know what's going on with this book, how could Wang Xiucheng not know?
Reeves looked up and, sure enough, Wang Xiucheng on the second floor had stood up, craning his neck as if trying to decipher what was written in the book.
Reeves covered his head, wishing he could disappear into a crack in the ground.
Damn it, if James knew he sold this book like junk, he'd tear himself apart.
No, I have to buy this book no matter what.
On the second floor, Wang Xiucheng looked at it for a long time before finally determining what the Chinese characters written in the book were.
The art of ambidextrous fighting.
this……
Wang Xiucheng was dumbfounded!
These six characters are in simplified Chinese, so how did they become an ancient book?
What did the host just say?
What items did Reeves bring to the auction?
How about James' autograph?
Is it possible that James went to great lengths to buy the book and then gave a copy to Reeves?
Okay, okay, James, you really found this book, right?
Okay, okay, just because of your enthusiasm, I'll buy this book no matter what.
As soon as the host finished speaking, Wang Xiucheng made his first bid.
"1000 dollars, I'll take this book," Wang Xiucheng shouted.
Scarlett Johnson, in another room on the second floor, suddenly heard Wang Xiucheng bidding and looked at the book in the host's hand.
"What book is that? Why is he so interested in it? Is it very important to him?"
Then Scarlett Johansson surprisingly spoke up, "2000 dollars."
The money wasn't much, but being able to buy the book was the most important thing.
On the first floor, Lily Rothdepp heard Wang Xiucheng's voice and also looked at the book.
“He hadn’t made a bid before, but he’s asking for such a high price for this Chinese book. It must be very important to him. I’ll bid first and give it to him so he can treat me to dinner.”
Lily Rosedepp was feeling quite pleased with herself when Scarlett Johansson suddenly raised the price to $2000.
Lily Rothdepp immediately reached out and shouted, "2500!"
Everyone on the first floor looked at Lily Rose Depp, somewhat surprised that Depp's precious daughter would ask for $2500 for a Chinese book!
but……
“3000.” Reeves, who was in another corner, stood up through gritted teeth and shouted.
The scene fell silent for a moment.
There wasn't anything valuable at today's auction. The lighter that Leonardo DiCaprio used sold for $1000, which was the most expensive item tonight.
And it hasn't been certified yet, who knows if Leonardo DiCaprio actually used it? Everyone's just supporting each other.
But unexpectedly, at this time, a book from China, whose contents were unknown, was priced at $3000!
Moreover, the person bidding was none other than Reeves himself, who had been auctioning the book.
What does it mean?
Could it be that Reeves gave the wrong information before?
Look at these people bidding now.
Reeves is the author of this book.
Wang Xiucheng is the Chinese person who knows this book best.
Lily Rose Depp, she may not know anything, but her dad is Depp.
And then there's Scarlett Johansson, needless to say, she's the biggest star in this place tonight, her vision is unmatched by anyone else.
Looking at it this way, this book might really be a treasure!
Then someone spoke up again, saying, "3200, I'll bid 3200."
"3300!"
"3500!"
Reeves watched as people stood up and raised their hands to bid, and he wanted nothing more than to curse them out.
You know nothing!
What the hell are you guys making a fuss about!
Do you recognize Chinese characters?
Gritting his teeth, Reeves shouted again, "5000!"
The bar fell silent instantly.
Only soft music was still playing from the speakers.
But to Reeves, this beautiful music sounded as if it were mocking him.
Why did you come here to do anything?
Fine, they came, but then they inexplicably spent $5000!
"5000, is there any higher bid?" the host asked at this point.
Reeves glared at him. "Why the hell do you have to talk so much? Just drop the hammer already!"
Just as Reeves was filled with trepidation, Durant, on the second floor, suddenly spoke up: "$5500!"
Reeves nearly coughed up blood!
How come there's another one joining in the fun!
Wang Xiucheng was also somewhat stunned.
He wouldn't be so stupid as to spend $5000 on a book on "The Art of Ambidextrous Combat".
But Durant actually raised the price, which Wang Xiucheng hadn't expected.
"What are you doing? Do you even know what that is, yet you're asking for 5500?"
$5500 is equivalent to over 3 Chinese Yuan.
A book that costs at most 10 yuan to print can sell for more than 3 yuan. Wang Xiucheng didn't know what to say.
"This is James's book, isn't it?" Durant said smugly, his mustache twitching as if he had discovered something extraordinary.
“Even if it is, it’s not worth $5500.” Wang Xiucheng kindly advised, “If Reeves bids again, let him have it, and don’t compete with him.”
Durant's eyes darted around after hearing this. "I get it. I'll make him owe me a favor, right?"
Wang Xiucheng chuckled twice, too lazy to explain.
The room fell silent again, and even Scarlett Johansson and Lily Rothschild stopped bidding.
It's not that they can't afford to spend so much money on this book, but it might make headlines tomorrow.
Scarlett Johansson, in particular, had just received a text message from Wang Xiucheng.
"Sister, please don't raise the price anymore. That book isn't worth much."
Scarlett Johansson looked at Wang Xiucheng's text message, especially the word "sister," which made her eyes glaze over for a moment before she unconsciously smiled.
But in a moment of panic, he quickly deleted the text message, leaving no trace.
At that moment, Reeves wished he could go upstairs and kick Durant a few times.
Gritting his teeth, Reeves offered again: "$5600."
Previously, the price increase was in increments of 500, but now it's only 100.
Even a professional player like him shouldn't spend money like that.
After shouting out the price, Reeves stared at the crowd with red eyes, like a bull that had been provoked.
It seems he'd dare to challenge anyone who dared to bid again.
Lily Rothdepp glanced at the second floor and, whether it was her imagination or not, she felt that Wang Xiucheng shook his head at her.
It seems they're not letting her raise the price any further.
Lily Rothdepp's eyes lit up as she stared at Wang Xiucheng.
As for Reeves and that book, she didn't care at all.
"$5600, congratulations Mr. Reeves on winning the bid for...this book."
The host intended to say, "Congratulations to Mr. Reeves on winning the bid for Mr. Reeves' book."
But he felt there was something wrong with that statement.
Fortunately, he knew Reeves; otherwise, he wouldn't normally have mentioned his name.
Reeves finally plopped down in a chair.
Damn it, I haven't even found the girl yet, and I've already lost $5600!
Reeves wanted to slap himself twice.
Why come here when you can just sleep at home?
For a moment, Reeves didn't know whether to blame James or himself.
Or perhaps, this is Wang Xiucheng's fault!
Why are you recommending Chinese secret manuals to LeBron James when you have nothing better to do?!