The Zhong Family from the border initially rose to prominence through their business ventures, establishing partners all over the country. So the arrival of the eldest young master of the Zhong Family naturally caused a sensation at the auction.

Many people rushed forward to woo and flatter him. After all, having an opportunity to collaborate with such an entity would certainly be a great boost to their own businesses.

"Everyone knows the Zhong Family is incredibly wealthy. Which treasure is the young master after this time?"

"With the financial power of the young master, we don’t even stand a chance!"

Zhongliang felt the flattery of the crowd, his nose almost lifting with pride, and he laughed, "Hahaha, you’re all too kind!"

Amid the conversations of the group, Xiao Tian and Lin Bingxuan also entered the hall. Zhongliang, who was chatting ahead, recognized Xiao Tian at first glance and was immediately filled with gloomy resentment and anger.

Yesterday, Xiao Tian kicked him twice. After returning to the hotel, he spent money to ask a doctor to apply several plasters on him, but they were useless, and the pain kept him awake all night!

As Xiao Tian and Lin Bingxuan walked by, Lin Bingxuan naturally didn’t recognize Zhongliang and didn’t pay attention. However, Zhongliang came over with a sinister expression, followed by a group of young masters, as if they gave him some confidence.

Zhongliang walked up to Xiao Tian, blocking his way, his face unable to conceal his anger, "I bet you don’t know who I am, do you?"

Xiao Tian frowned slightly. If Zhongliang hadn’t suddenly appeared, he would’ve forgotten about him.

Xiao Tian shook his head, "I don’t know."

"Hmph!" Zhongliang snorted coldly, speaking with a sarcastic tone, "I’m the eldest young master of the Zhong Family from the border, and I just want to tell you... last night’s incident isn’t over, we’ll play this slowly!"

"The Zhong Family??" Xiao Tian immediately pretended to be shocked. He quickly extended his hand and grasped Zhongliang’s, "Oh my, I had eyes but failed to recognize Mount Tai, so you’re from the Zhong Family!"

Feigning a look of regret, Xiao Tian lightly squeezed Zhongliang’s hand. Zhongliang’s face changed as if it had been painted with oil.

Zhongliang felt as if Xiao Tian would crush his hand, a wave of pain emanating from his hand spread everywhere.

After holding on for a while, Xiao Tian chuckled and led Lin Bingxuan into the inner area. To Xiao Tian, such a person was nothing to worry about.

Even the illustrious Gong Xingteng was spared only because his father pleaded. Would a small border family dare to act arrogant in front of him?

If this guy continued to be persistent, Xiao Tian wouldn’t mind using means to crush him directly.

Zhongliang saw the group of young masters around him and could only endure the pain with a forced smile. However, his internal rage escalated to the limit, further solidifying his resolve to avenge Xiao Tian.

"Fine, once I succeed in getting the item, I’ll take your whole family’s life!" Zhongliang roared in his heart.

Next to Xiao Tian, Lin Bingxuan asked with a puzzled face, "Is he your friend?"

Xiao Tian shook his head and smiled, "No."

"Then who is he?"

"Probably an idiot!"

"Oh..." Lin Bingxuan glared at Xiao Tian, finding it increasingly hard to fathom what Xiao Tian was thinking.

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The entire auction was divided into two sections, the hall and the inner area.

The hall was where you registered and got your paddle, while the inner area was where the auction actually took place. Since Lin Bingxuan came at someone’s invitation, she didn’t need to worry about the registration.

"Bingxuan!" Just as Xiao Tian and Lin Bingxuan sat down, a crisp female voice followed. Xiao Tian turned his head and saw a beautiful girl in a pink dress walking over.

The girl was tall, slender, a knockout beauty.

The girl’s name was Zhou Xue, a famous socialite in the upper circles of Shanghai City. With just her looks, she had countless rich moguls wrapped around her finger. Zhou Xue and Yu Ningxue were university classmates, so they stayed in touch.

Zhou Xue went up to Lin Bingxuan, holding her hand, "Sorry for calling you out. My grandfather’s birthday is coming up, and I plan to pick a gift for him here. There’s going to be a party after the auction too!"

After speaking, Zhou Xue shifted her gaze to Xiao Tian. She usually seduced men using her looks and could quickly tell which men had money and which didn’t. For those without money, she couldn’t be bothered to give them a smile, so she immediately spoke in a not-so-polite tone, "Sir, can we switch seats?"

"Uh... well..." Seeing Zhou Xue seemed to misunderstand something, Lin Bingxuan hurriedly explained, "Zhou Xue, this person came with me."

"What??" Zhou Xue’s eyes widened in disbelief, "Your boyfriend?"

Lin Bingxuan blushed slightly and nodded. Zhou Xue was stunned, quickly nudging Lin Bingxuan, chiding, "Bingxuan, are you silly! Out of us sisters, you’re the prettiest one. With your conditions and looks, can’t you pick any man in all of Shanghai City?"

Afterward, Zhou Xue turned and scrutinized Xiao Tian. In an icy tone, she asked, "You’re Lin Bingxuan’s boyfriend? How much do you have in savings?"

Xiao Tian furrowed his brows and replied coolly, "No savings."

Indeed, he had no savings because the "Rose Card" in his hand was issued directly by the bank’s upper management, with no spending limit.

"Hmph." Zhou Xue cast a disdainful glance at Xiao Tian, wearing clothes she didn’t know where he bought from, not even meeting her minimum standard. "You say you don’t have savings, nor do you have the looks. Bingxuan is so outstanding, how could she fancy you? Any of Bingxuan’s suitors could outshine you by a mile."

"Oh?" Xiao Tian smirked, "So you’re saying I’m not worthy?"

Zhou Xue didn’t deny it, a hint of arrogance on her face, "You should understand, this is no longer an era where you can solve problems by just sweet-talking or cheating. The elite circles of Shanghai City are far beyond what you can imagine! Suitors fit for Bingxuan should at least have no less than two companies under their name and have connections in the city. Otherwise? Let the women support them?"

Hearing Zhou Xue’s mocking words, the goodwill Xiao Tian had for her appearance vanished completely.

Seeing Xiao Tian’s downcast expression and with her long-time sister on one side, Lin Bingxuan felt torn between the two.

"Xue, let it go." Lin Bingxuan said awkwardly.

"Hmph." Zhou Xue didn’t bother with Xiao Tian further and winked at Lin Bingxuan, "I’ll go back to my seat first, don’t forget the party later! Oh, by the way, the party is only for the wealthiest young masters of Shanghai City. People with less than ten million in assets can’t participate, not even your boyfriend!"