As attendees began to trickle in, the auction commenced precisely at eight. There were four seats separating each invitee, with Yu Ting and Lu Nanchen positioned in the second row from the center.
Yu Ting was holding a bidding paddle, displaying the bid number, 129.
A hostess took center stage, dressed in a dignified red dress amidst the well-heated venue, and her face adorned with formal makeup, radiating under the spotlight with a display stand nearby.
"Firstly, I welcome all attendees to our auction. On behalf of all our sponsors, I would like to express our gratitude." She announced with a smile.
"....."
"Let's cut to the chase, I hope all of you will be able to acquire an item of your liking tonight."
Shortly after her speech, another woman emerged from backstage pushing a trolley holding a well-preserved Qing porcelain.
