The concubine is enchanting: the favorite princess

Chapter 535 Who raised the price?

Liujintang is the most famous philanthropic hall in Yunqing Kingdom. Although the name sounds a bit vulgar, it means "guests come to stay in gold".The so-called Shantang naturally means that the more people donate gold and silver, the better. As time goes by, the name of Liujintang will become more and more smooth.

As soon as the Mo family's carriage arrived, Su Zhangshi of Liujintang greeted him.This Su Zhangshi is over fifty years old, with a simple and honest appearance, and his chubby cheeks are very cheerful when he smiles.But all the famous families in Shangdu know that Su's background is not small. He used to be rich, then became impoverished, and then made a comeback. He can be regarded as a legendary figure. After the age of 45, he dissipated his family wealth and took over this Liujintang.

Nowadays, anyone who has any good deeds or charity sales in Shangdu will come here.In addition to collecting some commissions as charitable donations, Liujintang is first-class in both the planning of the charity sale and the reception of the concierge.

Manager Su was really considerate in his work. The people from Mo's family got out of the carriage here, and the items they brought had already been placed in the special lobby on the other side.After Feng Yao and the others took off the cloaks and cloaks they were wearing, and just after they warmed up, they were invited to the lobby by Mr. Su.

"Look at Mrs. Mo, are these objects arranged satisfactorily?" Su Zhangshi asked, Feng Yao followed his voice and looked over.

I saw that all those objects were placed on a special small table. The heights were scattered and the sizes were orderly. Whatever the origin, they have clearly distinguished the primary and secondary, and placed them in places that are either conspicuous or a foil.

And the ten scriptures and distribution plates donated by Feng Yao were placed on a long rosewood case in the center.As a foil, a copper incense burner is specially placed next to it, and there is a curling aroma emanating from the incense burner, bringing a sense of tranquility and calmness.

"Very good, Master Su has taken care of it." Grandma and grandma nodded in approval.Originally, this charity sale mainly focused on the scriptures handwritten by Feng Yao, so it would be best to place them in such a position.

Seeing that the old lady was satisfied, Director Su invited a few of them to rest in the back. There still needs to be some decorations here, and then he will invite those guests who came to join in the show to come and see things.

Feng Yao wanted to buy the white jade Guanyin statue, so he went back to sit for a while, then came back here to have a look, to see if anyone also likes the statue of Guanyin.

At this time, there were already some guests walking around in the lobby.Judging from their clothes and manners, they are all either rich or expensive. Many people know each other and exchange a few pleasantries.But everyone was very polite, they didn't get too close, and no one made any loud noises.

Feng Yao turned around and saw that there were also people who went to see the white jade Guanyin statue, but they didn't seem to like it very much.Feng Yao knew that Mr. Gu was famous for his incorruptibility, he would neither exercise power nor form cliques for personal gain, and he only wanted to serve the people. Such a good official is a blessing to the people, but there are not too many people who really want to make friends with them.So it is normal that few people care about the Guanyin statue.

After waiting for a while, the pre-arranged time was almost here.And these things are just for display here. When the charity sale is really going on, you have to go to the other side of the venue.

Fengyao took Xiaoqing to turn around, and saw that this venue was even more spacious than the lobby displayed just now.There were already many small tables, and besides the good snacks and tea, there was also a small copper clock on the table.If the charity sale starts soon, anyone who is interested in the item can ring the bell and make an offer.

But there is also a rule for this bell, you can't knock it randomly.Because it is a charity sale, in order to prevent people from driving up the price and hurting the peace, there are only three chances to hit the bell to make an offer.That is to say, you like this thing, and the third bid is the final price.If someone has not bid all the time, and the price he bids in the end is higher than your third price, then this item will be the last one.

When the seats were full of visitors, it was natural that Mr. Su's opening remarks would be indispensable.In addition to saying that the purpose of the Mo family's charity sale is to raise military salaries for the Iron Cavalry Battalion, they also thank Mr. Gu for his planning and support.

Mr. Gu didn't come today, Mrs. Gu came here with a maid.At this time, I sat with the strangers.

After the previous round is over, the charity sale will officially start.The few things that were presented earlier were all good, and there were quite a few people making offers.Many of these bidders also donated items, and most of them were for the support of the Mo family, so after each item was photographed, they would come over to say hello to the mistress of the Mo family and say a few polite words .

Finally, the white jade Guanyin statue donated by Mrs. Gu was displayed.Feng Yao turned his head and smiled slightly at Mrs. Gu to express his gratitude.

Mrs. Gu still didn't understand the reason, her face was a little red, and she whispered to Feng Yao: "This thing of mine is really nothing, it can only be used as a wish."

But Feng Yao said: "It's Mrs. Gu's kindness that made Yao'er panic, Yao'er bought this thing." After finishing speaking, Feng Yao picked up the small copper hammer on the table and lightly hit it on the clock .

The sound of that clock is clear and melodious, the sound can be transmitted far, but the volume is not very loud.Su Zhangshi's hearing is very good, after hearing it, he immediately signaled Feng Yao to bid.

Feng Yao looked back at Xiao Qing, and Xiao Qing said loudly for Feng Yao: "My master bids 300 taels of silver."

This price was considered by Feng Yao. A white jade Guanyin statue like this has similar texture and carving workmanship, and it is only one to two hundred taels of silver.The price given by Feng Yaoduo is counted as a charitable donation, so it is just right.

After Fengyao made an offer, there was a pause before two other tables rang the bells.These two quotes are both ministers of the court, and they usually have a good relationship with Mr. Gu, and they are both clean and honest officials.The prices offered are not too high, and they are all 50 taels higher than the previous one in turn, so there is no silence, and it is not considered a price hike.

Feng Yao sat still and did not bid again, because there were only three chances, Feng Yao waited until the last to make an offer, so that he could buy in one fell swoop.

Afterwards, another bid was made, which was also 50 taels higher than the previous one. In this way, the price of this Guanyin statue rose to 450 taels.Feng Yao looked around, the eyes of the rest of the people were not completely on this Guanyin statue, so it can be seen that the price is almost the same, so he picked up the small copper hammer and prepared to quote another price.

And just when Feng Yao was about to ring the clock, a male voice suddenly came from the door, his voice was slightly hoarse, but very loud, "I offer 1000 taels for this white jade Guanyin statue."

"Wow..." The people present were in an uproar, and they all looked towards the door.

(End of this chapter)