"Hmm?" Gu Yue Na was a little confused, looking at Yun Ze questioningly, as if asking what he meant. Yun Ze noticed Gu Yue Na's gaze, looked up, and said to her, "There are only five pills. What do you think will happen to the people who don't get one?"
"Those who don't get one..." Gu Yue Na lowered her head and thought for a moment, then tentatively said, "Either they'll try to snatch from those who did, or they'll come to us to refine them."
As she said this, Gu Yue Na had a sudden realization and quickly understood, her voice rising slightly:
"You want to use these Hundred Year Longevity Pills to attract those council members or top powerhouses to come to us, and then win them over?"
Yun Ze smiled slightly, shifted his gaze, and continued reading his book, while softly saying, "That's pretty much the idea."
"The new Federation election is in four years. Our goal for this election is at least ten council seats, and we'll strive to get Di Tian, Bear Lord, and Bi Ji into the presidium. To achieve this goal, we need the support of the military and some politicians."
"And the Hundred Year Longevity Pills are the key for the Dragon Phoenix Hall to gain their support."
"How can you be sure that these people will support us just for the Longevity Pills?" Gu Yue Na couldn't help but ask.
"The temptation of lifespan for humans is greater than you can imagine," Yun Ze said meaningfully.
As the two were talking, the price changed again. VIP Room Seven bid 15 billion.
Gu Ming was also very persistent about this Longevity Pill, directly adding another billion. Anyway, they had an 80% discount, so 12 billion was acceptable.
In VIP Room Seven, Le Zheng'en's brows were tightly furrowed, and his face was very unpleasant. The price of this pill was unexpectedly high.
"Father, what should we do now?" Le Zhengming stepped forward and asked, a little anxious. Their prepared funds were only 15 billion.
After a moment of hesitation, Le Zheng'en said in a deep voice, "Bid 20 billion."
"But..." Le Zhengming wanted to say something, but was directly interrupted by Le Zheng'en raising his hand.
"With my reputation, owing 5 billion first is acceptable. Let's secure the pill first, giving the money later is the same," Le Zheng'en said.
Their Le family's business spread throughout the southern part of the continent, so they could definitely come up with 20 billion, it just needed some time.
"VIP Room Seven bids 20 billion!" Wan Wan's throat was a little dry, and she could barely speak.
The entire hall was in an uproar, looking towards VIP Room Seven. Those watching the live broadcast were also stunned. 20 billion? Qian Gu Dong Feng, Zang Xin, Yun Ming, Gu Ming, and others all frowned. Raising the price directly from 15 billion to 20 billion was a significant move, and it also showed VIP Seven's determination to get the first pill.
Until Wan Wan spoke for the first time to ask, no one else followed. Some people were hesitating whether to continue bidding.
"VIP Room Seven bids 20 billion. Are there any VIPs who will bid higher?" Wan Wan said in as calm a tone as possible.
The entire hall was silent. This price was too high. One or two people in the VIP seats could match it, but they were hesitant, engaged in a complex internal struggle.
Finally, one person gritted their teeth and pressed the auction button.
"VIP Number Ninety-Two bids 20.1 billion."
The next moment, Wan Wan's voice continued to ring out: "VIP Room Seven bids 21 billion."
Number Ninety-Two was unwilling and continued to press the button. The next moment, VIP Room Seven bid 22 billion.
This time, he didn't follow. He understood in his heart that even if he continued to bid, VIP Room Seven would continue to follow.
"22 billion, twice. Are there any VIPs with a higher bid?" Wan Wan had already asked for the second time.
The entire hall was silent, and the other VIP rooms also fell into silence. There were definitely some among them who could match the bid, but after some consideration, they chose to give up.
"22 billion, three times." Wan Wan's arm trembled slightly as she struck the gavel. "Congratulations to VIP Room Seven for winning the first Hundred Year Longevity Pill."
Golden light flashed throughout the venue, and the lights converged on the window of VIP Room 7. The soul guide screen displayed the words 'Congratulations to VIP Room 7'.
Inside VIP Room 7, Le Zheng'en finally breathed a sigh of relief. He had been very nervous just now, afraid that someone else would bid.
"Everyone, follow me," Le Zheng'en's voice was clearly a little excited as he quickly left the VIP room.
"Please rest for a moment, everyone. We will continue the auction after Crown Yun Tian completes the transaction with the distinguished guest in VIP Room 7," Wan Wan said.
Di Tian picked up the pill from the auction stage and left the auction hall with Wan Wan, heading to the backstage.
This pill was too precious. To avoid any accidents, they would auction one and complete the transaction for that one immediately. Furthermore, the Dragon Phoenix Hall would personally send someone to handle the transaction; the auction house would not act as an intermediary, mainly because they could not bear the responsibility and dared not do so.
Backstage, in a luxurious room.
Among the people Le Zheng'en brought, only Le Zhengming entered the room. The others waited outside.
Di Tian took a deep look at Le Zheng'en. This person was also a Limit Douluo. Although his strength was not as great as his own, the difference was not significant.
"This is the Hundred Year Longevity Pill. You'd best take it on the spot to ensure its authenticity," Di Tian handed over the pill.
Le Zheng'en also took a deep look at Di Tian. The pressure Di Tian exerted on him was slightly greater than that of his father.
He took the pill from Di Tian's hand, opened it, and upon smelling the fragrance, felt completely refreshed, which gave him a strong desire to swallow it.
After closing the cap, he shook his head and said, "No need. I will take this pill directly with me."
"With your strength, you shouldn't do anything fake. And even if you did, my Southern Legion has the ability to seek justice, so I am not worried about getting a fake pill."
As he spoke, his words were full of confidence and dominance. To put it bluntly, if anyone dared to deceive him, they would face the wrath of the entire Southern Legion. Di Tian didn't mind and took out a Federal savings card of the highest specification, saying, "Let's start the transfer."
This savings card had no transfer limit and no storage limit. It was specially applied for by the auction house for the Dragon Phoenix Hall to facilitate transactions.
There was a dedicated transfer device in the room. They only needed to insert both cards simultaneously to start the transfer operation.
When it came to the transfer, a hint of embarrassment flashed across Le Zheng'en's face, and he coughed lightly.
Le Zhengming consciously stepped forward and said politely, "Crown, we have only prepared 15 billion Federal Currency at the moment. Could we transfer this much to you first, and we will transfer the remaining 7 billion to you later?"
Seeing Di Tian's expression sink, Le Zhengming quickly said, "Don't worry, we will never default on the debt. Within three days, we will definitely pay the remaining balance."
"We are the Sacred Angel Family of the Southern Legion. We have always been trustworthy and will never do anything to default on a debt."
"Crown Yun Tian, the Angel Crown's family is the largest family in the south, known for its integrity, and has never violated its trustworthiness."
The person in charge of the auction house said respectfully, afraid of offending one party because of the other.
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