The auction for the first rejuvenation pill concluded successfully, prompting Jasmine to introduce the evening’s second lot.
The strategy for tonight’s auction involved showcasing a rejuvenation pill to generate excitement, followed by a selection of antique literature curated by Jiqingtang to pique everyone’s interest. This cycle would continue, with the anticipation building until the reveal of another rejuvenation pill.
As the auction progressed, the next item on display was an exquisite official kiln blue and white plate from the Qianlong period.
Meanwhile, outside the auction venue, Travis Lane was escorted to the back lounge by soldiers from Wanlong Palace. In accordance with Charlie’s instructions, all bidders who had been expelled were required to remain in the lounge until the auction concluded before they could leave.
Charlie had been observing from the monitoring room and couldn’t help but feel a wave of emotion as he witnessed Travis Lane’s outburst.
He understood the reasons behind Travis Lane’s outburst and empathized with him to some extent.
Turning to Isaac Cameron, who was by his side, Charlie said, “Isaac, please keep an eye on things here for a moment. I need to speak with Travis Lane.”
Isaac nodded respectfully, replying, “Of course, young master.”
Charlie made his way to the lounge where Travis Lane was seated. At that moment, Travis was slumped on the sofa, tears streaming down his face, overwhelmed with remorse.
He realized that his previous actions were not only immature but also irrational.
Regrettably, there was no way to take back his mistakes now.
He was eager to see Charlie, hoping to apologize personally and seek forgiveness, ideally discussing the possibility of purchasing additional rejuvenation pills from him privately after the event.
Even if it meant spending two billion dollars for just a quarter, he would gladly do so.
Suddenly, the door to the lounge swung open. Upon seeing Charlie enter, Travis sprang up from the sofa and exclaimed, “Master Wade!”
Charlie gave a slight nod and approached him, asking, “Mr. Travis, what happened tonight? This reckless behavior is quite out of character for you.”
Travis let out a heavy sigh, wiped his tears away, and confessed with embarrassment, “I’m so sorry, Master Wade… I… I…”
After a moment of hesitation, he finally choked out, “It’s because I am so small-minded…”
Charlie offered a gentle smile, saying, “If you hadn’t won that rejuvenation pill earlier, perhaps your mindset wouldn’t have spiraled like this.”
Travis nodded earnestly, replying, “Yes… It was winning that Huichundan that threw my mentality completely off balance. I don’t even know what came over me; as the price kept rising, my frustration grew.”
Charlie responded seriously, “Sometimes we can become blinded by our own motivations or outside influences. It’s crucial to view the situation from a different perspective. You’re still quite young, having recently acquired a rejuvenation pill, and you’re only in your thirties without any health issues. Compared to the hundreds of others in the room, you are in the best physical condition. Moreover, your luck far exceeds that of everyone present. If you consider it this way, even if you miss out on this rejuvenation pill auction, it’s not the end of the world. Yet, surprisingly, your mentality appears to be the most affected.”
Travis interjected, “Master Wade said…”