Chapter 146
Chapter 146
Almost an hour later.
Xiao Rancai took Elaine and them downstairs and came to the door of the auction venue from the VIP passage, preparing to visit the lots.
The so-called auction hall is actually the original casino hall.
The Venetians moved all the tables and other gambling equipment to one place and piled them up, freeing up enough space for previews and auctions.
The auction of expired mortgage items is divided into two parts, with a preview during the day and an official auction at 7 p.m.
Since there are so many things to auction, this auction is very long, at least five hours or so.
In terms of duration, it can be called a marathon auction.
All buyers participating in the auction were arranged by the Venetians to stay in the hotel, eat and stay free of charge, until they leave.
But there is no entertainment, let alone gambling.
Buyers don't have to stay at the auction floor all the time during the auction process.
All they need to do is figure out when the item they fancy will be auctioned, and then come to the venue to participate in the auction.
Of course, if there are too many things to fancy, then stay in the venue so as not to miss any treasures.
Since there was no entertainment or gambling, everyone gathered at the pre-exhibition hall to see the many lots on display.
When Xiao Ran entered the pre-exhibition hall, there were already people here, and at least four or five hundred buyers had gathered.
Most of these buyers are professional treasure hunters, but also other auction house personnel and some collectors, and some professional buyers.
Standing at the door of the hall and looking in, except for the large number of lots on display, the black pressure was all human heads.
Seeing this scene, Xiao Ran couldn't help frowning.
After a little thought, he whispered:
"There are too many people here, and it is indoors, the air circulation is not very good, it is too dangerous!"
"Elaine, Yufei, you go back upstairs, don't enter the venue to visit, I can't let you put you in such a dangerous environment
" "You can visit through video and give me advice, it makes no difference, safety is the most important"
The two beauties were stunned, and a touch appeared in their eyes.
After a pause, Elaine asked,
"What about you?" When you enter this pre-exhibition venue, don't you also put yourself in danger?
"If you go back with us, we will evaluate it through the video picture materials provided by the auctioneer"
Not only them, but also the guys in the live broadcast room were a little worried.
"I'll go! There are so many people at the scene, and it is indoors for previews and auctions, and many people do not wear masks
" "This environment is really dangerous, Xiao Ran, you must do a good job of protection, don't be hit!"
Time said with concern.
"Treasure hunting and leaking in such an environment is completely equivalent to running naked, and the temperature detection at the door has a fart use!"
"If it were me, I really didn't dare to go in, no matter how many babies there are, life doesn't matter!"
Orion 4 continued, and the rest of the people echoed.
Listening to these discussions, Xiao Ran just smiled softly and did not respond.
He looked at Elaine and Fang Yufei, smiled and shook his head.
"You don't have to worry, this is my job, I will pay attention to protection and minimize the chance of contact with other people
" "A lot of things here have to be seen in person to distinguish the authenticity and give an accurate valuation
" "So I have to stay here and take a closer look at these lots, otherwise I really risk missing some treasures"
These explanations sound reasonable, but the danger is in front of you and has not diminished in the slightest.
What Xiao Ran didn't say was that due to the transformation of his own power, he would not be tricked at all, so naturally there was nothing to worry about.
After listening to his explanation, Elaine and Fang Yufei didn't say anything more.
After a moment of hesitation, they accepted the offer.
They then turned and left the venue and, escorted by Sam, returned to the presidential suite on the top floor.
When they left, there was still a little worry in their eyes.
Next, Xiao Ran told David a few words to let them pay attention to protection, and then took them into the preview venue.
As soon as the few of them entered the venue, they immediately attracted a lot of attention.
Some of the guys who stayed near the VIP entrance turned their heads and looked over.
These guys are mostly strangers, professional treasure hunters and buyers from elsewhere.
Although Xiao Ran wore a mask and sunglasses, he was still recognized by many people.
Few Asian professional treasure hunters participated in this auction, especially Chinese, and rarely appear in such lively occasions now.
Coupled with the huge sensation he caused in the industry some time ago, many people know his existence, so it is not difficult to identify.
The moment they saw him, the faces of many professional treasure hunters changed, and their expressions instantly became solemn.
"Look! It's the Chinese kid named Sean
" "I didn't expect this kid to actually come to this auction, which is not a good thing
" "Yes! It is said that this kid is worth at least a billion dollars, and his eyes are very sharp, if he sees something, I am afraid it will be difficult for others to compete"
Everyone started talking, and a small commotion was immediately set off at the scene.
Xiao Ran looked at these guys and nodded slightly.
Immediately afterwards, he whispered:
"Anthony, you don't have to follow too closely, I have enough self-preservation ability
" "You just need to make sure that I am in sight, it will be safer for you"
After that, he led David inside.
Anthony, however, remained near the VIP entrance, and their eyes were a little moved.
As soon as I entered the venue, someone came over to say hello.
"Good noon, Sean, I'm a professional treasure hunter from Phoenix, Matthew, nice to meet you"
The other two who were with this guy also nodded and said hello.
Xiao Ran looked at the other party, smiled and nodded.
"Good noon, Matthew, nice to meet you and good luck"
Due to the special situation at the moment, they did not get too close to each other and did not shake hands.
They were only two or three meters apart from each other, nodded and said hello.
After Matthew and them, several professional treasure hunters came to say hello and got to know each other.
They came from different places, and they were all separated by a certain distance, not too close.
While saying hello, these guys all looked at Xiao Ran curiously.
Some guys have secretly started his mind and are ready to watch secretly to see which lots he will focus on.
There are also people whose eyes shine with jealousy and greed, and even harbor ill-will.
After greeting a few people around, Xiao Ran approached the first display shelf and began to check the treasures displayed on this display shelf.
As soon as he approached this display stand, there was an excited exclamation in the live broadcast room.
"I'll go! There are actually so many jadeite jewelry, and the planting water of many jadeite jewelry seems to be very good!
"This is definitely a treasure mortgaged by Chinese gamblers, or Chinese gamblers, in casinos, and there must be a lot of good things,"
Jiu Jiu Guiyi exclaimed.
Before the words fell, Ling Dao, who loved to eat fragrant sweet cakes, couldn't wait to say:
"See the pair of jade bracelets on the display shelf, Xiao Ran, get closer, let me take a good look at
the bracelet" "If the seed water of the bracelet is okay, there is not much flaw, you must help me take a picture
" "Of course, the most important thing is that the price is right, this kind of good thing is rare!"
Not only him, but the other guys in the live broadcast room also found their favorite treasures.
"I love that violet bead chain, it's so beautiful!"
"Help me see the diamond-encrusted jadeite pendant, that pigeon egg is too beautiful, at least it is an ice species
" Xiao Ran couldn't help chuckling, and then replied in a low voice:
"You don't need to worry, there is time, you can look slowly
" "I don't know much about jadeite, how to identify it specifically, you have to make your own decisions
" "Jin Lao, Shangbo Lao Li, and the rest of the appraisal experts, if you are online, help give an opinion." When
the words fell, Jin Lao and they had already played a series of good.
Seeing that several top experts were willing to help with the appraisal, everyone suddenly became more hilarious and their emotions were even higher.
Such a good Taobao opportunity is rare, who is willing to miss it?
At this time, Xiao Ran had already stood in front of the display shelf, admiring the jewelry placed on the display shelf.
This is a multi-level display shelf with four floors, each of which houses a lot of jewelry.
Outside the display shelves, thick tempered glass locks those jewelry items inside for safety.
In addition, a lot of spotlights are arranged in the display shelves, and the lights are projected on those jewelry items so that everyone can see more clearly.
This display shelf not only has a lot of very good quality jadeite jewelry, but also some other jewelry, including jade and so on.
From the texture and shape of these jewelry, it can be seen that they are basically mortgaged by Chinese gamblers in casinos.
I say this because only Chinese likes these things, or only East Asians.
For example, Buddha gong and Guanyin pendants, jade tablets engraved with landscape paintings, and so on.
The reason why these beloved treasures appear here is also easy to explain, it is all due to gambling.
Some guys who lost red eyes, in order to turn over the book, bet the last bit of valuable treasure on their bodies to the casino, just to exchange a few chips!
It turned out to be a total loss, so I left these treasures in the casino.
Unable to redeem in time, the collateral fell into the hands of the casino and appeared at this auction.
Xiao Ran, who was standing in front of the display shelf, did not look at the beautiful jade jewelry.
His gaze was firmly attracted by a jade unicorn handle, and his eyes were full of love.
He was not the only one who discovered this treasure.
"Xiao Ran, Jin Lao just sent a barrage, let you get closer to observe that jade unicorn handlebar" "Jin Lao
said that the handle looks like ancient jade, and it may come from the master's hand!"
Fang Yufei's voice came from the earphones.
Before the words fell, there was an exclamation in the live broadcast room.
Xiao Ran, who was at the scene, had a smile flash in his eyes.
It is worthy of being the top appraisal expert of the Forbidden City, and his vision is indeed sharp!
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