Maximize Interest, My Money Grows Infinitely-Chapter 182 - 164: Mr. Chen Operates a Money Printing Machine_2

Chapter 182: Chapter 164: Mr. Chen Operates a Money Printing Machine_2

She gently lifted her hands and placed them on the piano keys.

Hoshino Mika’s performance was "Autumn Whisper", with notes flowing like a babbling brook from her fingertips, soft and soothing.

Those high heels that left a deep impression on Chen Cheng rhythmically pressed the pedals, in perfect harmony with the playing of her hands.

As the piece concluded, Hoshino Mika’s hands slowly left the keys, the last note lingering in the air.

She stood up, deeply bowed to thank the audience, and then walked off the stage with light steps.

The host walked back onto the stage, "Thank you, Miss Hoshino Mika, for the wonderful performance, I believe everyone is still longing for more. Next, we will officially enter tonight’s charity auction segment."

"As we all know, our club is committed to the education of children in mountainous areas every year," the host continued:

"Last year we raised 7.38 million in donations, which brought significant changes to the children in the mountains.

We used the funds to repair dilapidated classrooms for multiple schools in the mountains, so the children could study in a safe, bright environment.

We also bought new desks and teaching equipment, significantly improving teaching conditions.

We sent a large number of books to the children, enriching their treasure trove of knowledge. And we invited outstanding teachers to go and support teaching, bringing better educational resources to the children.

In addition, we have established scholarships and financial aid to encourage children who study hard and actively strive, helping students from families in difficult circumstances to successfully complete their education.

Because of everyone’s love and support, the fate of many children in the mountains is being changed, their futures filled with more possibilities. This year, let us join hands again to empower the dreams of children!"

As the host’s voice fell, a warm round of applause burst out from below.

"All the money raised tonight will be used for the construction of the central elementary school in Congjiang County, Qiandongnan region. We ask all philanthropists here to give generously, to bring a glimmer of light and hope to the children in the mountains!"

After finishing, a short film depicting the situation of this donation’s location began to play on the big screen.

Chen Cheng leaned back in his chair, turned to Wen Shulin and asked: "CGG, how much should we donate?"

Wen Shulin replied: "It depends! I’m not sure if there’s anything of interest today."

"That’s not your style," Chen Cheng joked.

Wen Shulin replied with a light smile: "For charity, whatever feels right is good. But since we’re here, we naturally can’t be too stingy."

"The main thing is that CGG’s charity KPI has already been met this year, spending more money will be hard to explain to the board," she added.

Chen Cheng laughed, "Charity has KPIs too? You capitalists are really..."

Wen Shulin glared at Chen Cheng lightly, "Who’s a capitalist?"

"I’m talking about myself!" Chen Cheng said with a smile.

"Hmph~"

After the short film ended, the first auction item was brought up by the staff.

The host introduced: "Ladies and gentlemen, auction item number 001 comes from Ms. Wen Shulin of CGG Beijing company."

"She brings us a Hermes Birkin 20 Faubourg Neige Sellier matte crocodile skin with palladium buckles, starting at 800,000."

The spotlight then shone on Wen Shulin’s location.

Wen Shulin gracefully stood up, waved her hand, and then sat down.

Bidding began immediately below, and the price rapidly climbed.

Chen Cheng was somewhat surprised, "You’re even willing to give up your favorite bag?"

Wen Shulin joked: "Are you going to buy it back for me?"

Chen Cheng raised an eyebrow, "If you wish, I will naturally take action."

The bidding became more intense, and the price quickly exceeded one million.

Wen Shulin’s bag had an original price of around 1.5 million, and Chen Cheng observed quietly throughout.

Just as the price approached 1.5 million, Chen Cheng pointed to the number plate in Wen Shulin’s hand, "May I borrow it?"

Wen Shulin looked at Chen Cheng in surprise, "Are you really going to buy it back for me?"

"How can your belongings be given to someone else?"

Hearing this commanding declaration, Wen Shulin gave a slight smile and handed the number plate to Chen Cheng.

Chen Cheng raised the number plate, and the host saw the number, "Ms. Wen Shulin of CGG bids 1.5 million! Any higher bids?"

The whole room went silent for a moment, a few seconds passed, and no one bid again.

The host finalized it with a hammer, "Congratulations to Ms. Wen for obtaining her dear item at a price of 1.5 million."

Chen Cheng turned to look at Wen Shulin, his eyes full of tenderness and doting.

Wen Shulin playfully said: "You really are willing to spend."

Chen Cheng spoke softly: "As long as it makes you happy, it’s nothing."

Soon, the second auction item was presented to everyone, a grape painting by Su Baozhen.

The host was introducing the background and the value of the artwork, and the bidding started again.

Chen Cheng and Wen Shulin had no interest in paintings and calligraphy, so they did not join in the bidding this round.

The two were drinking champagne below the stage.

Wen Shulin tilted her head back slightly, looking at Chen Cheng with a trace of gratitude: "Thank you for accompanying me tonight."

Chen Cheng gently clinked his glass against hers and said with a smile: "It’s my honor to accompany you."

Then, the third auction item appeared.

The host introduced: "Ladies and gentlemen, tonight’s auction item number 003 is from Xingye Corporation, a set of Macallan Crystal Bottle Whiskey from 1937, totaling six bottles."

"These six whiskies were barreled in 1937 and bottled in 1999."

"The bottle body is designed by the renowned glass brand Caithness, with copper rings encircling the mouth of the bottle and accompanied by a copper stopper."

Wen Shulin said softly: "These six bottles have some age; a single bottle should be around 500,000."

Chen Cheng laughed, "Do you want it?"

"Do you want to taste it?" Wen Shulin’s eyes curved.