After being outbid twice in a row and thoroughly humiliated, Guo Jiuxiao's face was as dark as a coffin lid.
With that shit-stirrer Qin Siyang watching hungrily from the sidelines, this trip was destined to yield him nothing.
Rather than keep bidding and expose more of his hidden assets or needs, he might as well fall completely silent.
And so Guo Jiuxiao ignored the treasures that followed. Only the occasional glance he cast at Qin Siyang betrayed his hatred.
Meanwhile, the items offered for open bidding sparked one surge of excitement after another. Bids rang out from every direction, with several people sometimes competing repeatedly for the same item, making for a lively affair.
Still, openly revealing their needs at the trading event was more or less disadvantageous to everyone, so none of them grew heated over the items, lest their enemies notice their weaknesses.
Overall, the atmosphere remained fairly peaceful and quiet.
Fan Baoluo also took part, discreetly acquiring two items in a private capacity. He acted cautiously and did not invoke the Information Security Department's name, clearly unwilling to leave any evidence of using public resources for personal gain.
As the trading paused, Qian Wendao returned to the stage. "Distinguished guests, noon is nearly upon us. The Merchants' Association has prepared a banquet. Please take a short break and replenish your strength. This afternoon's trading will be even more exciting."
As he finished speaking, attendants drew back the heavy curtains on both sides of the Venue, revealing the buffet areas set up behind them.
Everyone dispersed in twos and threes, quietly discussing their gains or regrets from the morning.
During the meal, Chu Xiaoang took Chu Baxing around to meet people, Gu Weirong took Gu Yunpeng around to meet people, Zhao Longteng took Zhao Sifang around to meet