It seems, it seems that the golden lotus pod is not a fake, but a segment of some item, an incomplete version.

Just the Spiritual Energy now attached to the golden lotus pod makes it comparable to two or three hundred year old ginseng, which is greatly beneficial to ordinary people.

As Zhang Xiaoshan was pondering, the wealthy businesspeople and herb shopkeepers had already started bidding.

"One hundred million."

"One hundred and thirty million."

"One hundred and fifty million."

"Two hundred million."

Everyone came prepared, bidding decisively and without hesitation. Within a few short minutes, the price had been pushed up to two hundred million.

Although there were many rich merchants present, two hundred million in cash was indeed a sky-high price. For a moment, everyone was looking at each other, no one daring to continue to increase the bid.

"Is there no one else?"

"Ladies and gentlemen, such a rare thousand-year-old medicine, are you willing to let it slip away?"

"Money can be earned again, but a treasure like this, if missed today, could never be found again."

The host's words stirred the hearts of the bidders.

"Two hundred and thirty million."

Finally, in the silent auction room, a voice was heard again.

Everyone followed the sound to its source.

"What are you doing?"

The one who made the bid was Lin Kerou.

Zhang Xiaoshan couldn't help but question.

Lin Kerou said stubbornly.

"Chairman, trust me, I won't make a mistake. If I really do mistake this item, I'll let you handle it as you see fit."

Zhang Xiaoshan looked helpless.

This woman is really stubborn.

Beside him, Hu Ming couldn't help but speak in support.

"I've been with Manager Lin for quite a few years, her judgment is excellent, never mistaken, and today I think there will be no problem either. Chairman, please rest assured."

"Chairman brother, just trust my cousin once."

Zhao Xiaoxiao, this guy who seemed naturally friendly, was already getting close to Zhang Xiaoshan by now.

"Fine, fine."

Zhang Xiaoshan knew he couldn't persuade her, so he said no more. Besides, it wasn't just Lin Kerou determined to acquire this item.

Perhaps someone else would continue to raise the bid soon.

Sure enough.

After a brief silence, someone broke the record again.

"Two hundred and eighty million."

"Hiss..."

As this astronomical price was shouted out, everyone in the room gasped.

Lin Kerou was also stunned on the spot.

"Who is it, daring to compete with Hundred Herbs Hall, and increasing the price by fifty million in one go, they're not just ordinary bold."

Everyone's eyes turned.

They saw, in the prime position closest to the stage, standing a young girl with an elegant demeanor, wearing a cream-colored coat, approximately twenty-three or four years old. Though young, she exuded a regal aura.

Beside the young woman was a man in his fifties or sixties, dressed in a burgundy Tang suit, his sharpness subdued, but still emitting the aura of someone in the initial Qi Transformation Realm.

A Qi Transformation Martial Artist, even at the beginner level, is rare and extremely rare, yet willingly serving as a guard for a young girl.

It seems the identity of this girl in the white coat is not simple.

As everyone was curious, the girl confidently revealed her identity.

"There's no need for you to guess who I am, I'll tell you, I am Jiang Qin, born in Taiwan."

"Her surname is Jiang, she's from Taiwan?"

As Jiang Qin introduced herself, the hall erupted in surprise, and people looked at Jiang Qin with a serious and respectful gaze.

The Jiang family used to be one of Huaxia's top families, once having someone lead Military Peak. Although they were sadly defeated later, they still left a huge impact.

"May I ask Miss Jiang Qin, what is your relationship to Jiang Xinming, the lord known for dominating Taiwan?"

An influential leader stood up to inquire.

Although the Jiang family is not what it once was, it is still a major force internationally. Three years ago, when the head of the Jiang family, Jiang Xingming, went home to pay respects to his ancestors, many top personnel went to greet and accompany him.

Upon mentioning Jiang Xinming, Jiang Qin's demeanor immediately became arrogant.

"I didn't intend to divulge this, but since you asked, it doesn't hurt to tell. Jiang Xinming is my grandfather."

"Oh, she is the direct young lady of the Jiang family."

Instantly, the entire room went into shock, and those high and mighty leaders wilted one by one.

Seeing this, Jiang Qin was greatly delighted. She revealed her grandfather's identity intending to hint to everyone not to compete with her.

Now, with the timing mature, she spoke graciously.

"Ladies and gentlemen, one month from now is my grandfather's ninetieth birthday. I specifically flew to the mainland, enduring the travel painstakingly for this thousand-year-old golden lotus pod as a special birthday gift for him."

"If you are willing to give the Jiang family face, I am naturally very grateful."

Two hundred and eighty million is indeed an astronomical sum. Unless absolutely necessary, none are willing to bankrupt themselves. Now that Jiang Qin has spoken, everyone found an excuse to back down graciously, subtly giving a favor.

"Alright, since Miss Jiang wants this item for the old lord's birthday gift, Huichun Hall will withdraw from the competition."

"Amazing Hand Pavilion will withdraw from the competition."

"Tieling Gao family will withdraw from the competition."

One after another, influential leaders voiced their stance, and soon, the once lively auction scene became as quiet as can be.

The host glanced at the front where the treasure holder Old Wolfhound was sitting, and Old Wolfhound's expression was clearly a bit ugly.

He surely hoped to sell at the highest price possible, but unfortunately, the Jiang family stepped in to disrupt.

The Jiang family, deeply rooted and powerful, he simply couldn't dare to provoke them.

He gave the host a look, signaling it's best to settle for what they got.

The host instantly understood, raising the small hammer in his hand.

"Alright then, two hundred and eighty million, sol..."

"Three hundred million."

Just as the hammer was about to fall, sealing the deal, a voice bidding three hundred million rang out, shocking everyone.