One Hundred and Fifty Billion

Chapter 20: One Hundred and Fifty Billion (Fourth Update)

Fan Yu sat in front of the computer, continuing to browse the Bitcoin transactions on the market.

Now that the news about Bitcoin had spread, even ordinary people, with a playful mindset, had started looking for Bitcoin online.

Although people hadn't yet discovered the immense value of Bitcoin, many were collecting it.

However, within just a few minutes, the Bitcoin transactions on the stock market had changed again.

Initially, only tens of thousands of Bitcoins were being traded. Suddenly, a large amount of Bitcoin flooded the stock market, increasing from fifty thousand to one hundred thousand, and then to two hundred thousand.

"Liu Tianfeng, come here quickly."

Fan Yu called out loudly.

Liu Tianfeng hurriedly hung up the phone and rushed over.

"Boss, what's wrong?"

Fan Yu pointed at the screen and said, "Take a look."

"This, how can it be so fast? In just a few minutes, Bitcoin's trading volume has already reached hundreds of thousands, and the price is also increasing rapidly."

Liu Tianfeng operated the keyboard for a moment, observing the stock market's rise and fall chart.

"Buy immediately, buy the maximum amount of Bitcoin."

Fan Yu knew that Bitcoin's price fluctuations were terrifying. In a few minutes, it could skyrocket to astronomical prices, or it could plummet to the bottom.

Bitcoin's price movements weren't fixed, but there had been several market shocks where the price surged crazily, followed by a period of stability, neither rising nor falling.

Liu Tianfeng moved to another computer, turned it on, and began acquiring Bitcoin along with Fan Yu.

Across China, people from all corners were buying and selling their Bitcoins, with many unable to hide their excitement and fierce expressions.

Of course, many financial companies were also acquiring Bitcoin in large quantities, hoping to make a profit and then withdraw.

Fan Yu couldn't buy too much Bitcoin, otherwise, no one would play along. He was only planning to buy a small portion, but even that was a considerable amount.

An hour later, Bitcoin had reached a historical high, with one Bitcoin rising to one hundred yuan, and it was still growing rapidly.

"Boss, this market is very strange. I've never encountered anything like it. I think we should stop soon; staying in longer might be dangerous."

Liu Tianfeng said in a deep voice.

Fan Yu stared intently at the Bitcoin trend chart, his eyes flashing with brilliance.

Although he hadn't played with Bitcoin on Earth and didn't fully understand the trading intricacies, it didn't stop him from operating. Knowing the general direction of Bitcoin was enough.

"Let's wait a bit longer. How much Bitcoin do we have now?"

"We have one million coins."

Liu Tianfeng replied.

"How much Bitcoin has entered the market?"

Fan Yu continued to ask.

"About three million."

"That's about enough. Let it rise a little longer."

Just then, two people arrived outside the company, both dressed in suits and carrying briefcases.

"Tianfeng, Lao Chen and I came as soon as you called. Don't try to fool us with what you said."

A man about 1.8 meters tall with long hands said as he entered the company.

Liu Tianfeng stood up. "How could I? Come quickly, this is the boss I told you about."

Chen Bin and Liu Yong quickly greeted Fan Yu.

Fan Yu smiled. "Don't worry, what Liu Tianfeng promised you is absolutely true. We need people right now, so you can start working."

Chen Bin and Liu Yong sat down at two other computers. Upon seeing the stock market data on the screens, they were both shocked.

"Boss, you're really planning to go after Bitcoin?"

Chen Bin asked in surprise.

Fan Yu nodded. "Bitcoin is a huge market, and many people are watching it. How could I miss out?"

Chen Bin said worriedly, "Before Liu and I came, our previous company was also watching Bitcoin. However, the company's boss didn't dare to get too involved, only acquiring a few hundred coins, fearing that Bitcoin was a scam."

Chen Bin and Liu Yong were from the same company, which was why they could come together.

Fan Yu patted Chen Bin on the shoulder. "I know what I'm doing, don't worry. If we succeed, I'll treat you to dinner tonight."

"Boss, it's five hundred."

Liu Tianfeng shouted from a distance.

Fan Yu nodded. "Wait."

The four of them sat in the quiet company, holding their breath as they waited.

"It's a thousand."

At eleven o'clock at night, the price of Bitcoin finally reached ten thousand.

Fan Yu said in a deep voice, "Sell."

Swish, swish, swish.

Three more people had arrived at the company; Liu Tianfeng's other three classmates had also come.

At Fan Yu's command, they skillfully operated their keyboards, beginning to sell the Bitcoin in their accounts.

As the clock struck twelve, Fan Yu's fingers made their final keystroke.

All two million Bitcoins were sold, and Fan Yu's assets instantly skyrocketed.

Five minutes past midnight, Bitcoin suddenly began to plummet. In just a few dozen seconds, it fell from ten thousand to tens of yuan, finally dropping below one yuan.

After the price dropped below one hundred yuan, people across China, sitting in front of their computers, reacted with despair, fainting, or ecstatic madness.

This Bitcoin surge had sent many on a roller-coaster ride, their hearts unable to bear it.

Some financial companies immediately declared bankruptcy, while others rose from obscurity to become new elites in the financial world.

And the biggest winner was Fan Yu.

He had spent just over ten million yuan and reaped an income of 150 billion.

Liu Tianfeng and the others who had witnessed it all looked at Fan Yu in astonishment.

He just made 150 billion?

This was the craziest thing they had seen in their many years in the financial industry.

Previously, earning a few hundred million was enough to shock the financial world. Now, Fan Yu had earned 150 billion in just a few hours. What kind of concept was that?

This world was too crazy.

Fan Yu smiled faintly, showing no excitement. He already owned the entire Financial Street, with assets that were immeasurable. The system had also given him 100 billion a few days ago, so this additional 150 billion couldn't cause any significant emotional change.

"Very good, everyone worked hard. Let's go eat; this is a treat for all of you."

Fan Yu had already notified Liu Jian to bring a Mercedes-Benz van, which was now parked downstairs.

The group walked downstairs, but Liu Tianfeng and the others still seemed in disbelief, walking as if in a daze. They weren't dreaming; a billionaire had just been born before their eyes.

Xiangdu International Hotel, one of Magic City's five-star hotels.

A table had been booked in advance. Fan Yu and the others got out of the car and entered the hotel.

A graceful greeter, dressed in a qipao, respectfully led Fan Yu and his companions to a private room.

The first thing that caught their eye was a decor of small bridges and flowing water. A clear spring flowed over an artificially crafted stone path, eventually emptying into a pond below.

Expensive golden dragon fish swam in the pond, and a screen embroidered with a landscape painting adorned the room, its retro decor exuding an ancient, elegant charm.

Anyone who came here would feel exceptionally comfortable and relaxed just from the room's decor.

After they were seated, they all appeared somewhat reserved. This was their first time in such a high-class establishment.

Fan Yu looked at the menu, directly ordering several bottles of Maotai and some signature dishes, then handed the menu to Liu Tianfeng and the others.

"Don't be shy, order whatever you like. Today is mainly about relaxing."

Liu Tianfeng and the others looked at the expensive dishes on the menu, their mouths twitching involuntarily.