After the Breakup, Indulgence Returned to Cash, and I Topped the Rich List

137: Chapter 137 A Dutiful Woman!Natalie was also full of surprise, but she spoke up in time: ”This gentleman has bid 50 million Euros. It seems everyone has a spirit of generosity tonight. Therefore, this pair of Sun and Moon carved ivory sculptures now belongs to this gentleman, number thirty-six.”

Natalie’s words signaled that the matter had come to a close.

From any perspective, a bid of 50 million Euros was enough to satisfy both the organizers and Monica immensely.

This was already a significant premium.

”Thank you to the gentleman, number thirty-six, for your generosity. This gentleman’s generosity will help children around the world gain better living standards and medical resources.”

Even Monica, standing to the side, couldn’t help but cast an attentive gaze toward Shen Zhou.

She suddenly felt a sense of curiosity about Shen Zhou.

But it wasn’t because Shen Zhou had spent 50 million Euros, but because Andrei was standing beside him.

Enthusiastic applause soon rang out through the venue, and many guests looked at Shen Zhou with great kindness.

Regardless of whether Shen Zhou was a truly charitable person, at least he had displayed his charitable heart.

Then, Shen Zhou sat calmly in his seat, waiting for the second Auction item to appear.

”The next item to be auctioned is a pocket watch once carried by the sixth king of the Ancient Roman Royal Family.”

”This pocket watch has witnessed the trials and tribulations of the Ancient Roman Royal Family and has spanned nearly a thousand years of history.”

”This item also has no starting bid.”

After the introduction, Natalie immediately pulled off the red cloth on the high platform.

A pocket watch with a surface carved with gemstones and crushed diamonds appeared before everyone’s eyes.

This pocket watch was even attached to a long chain, also made of gold.

However, this pocket watch did not look vulgar at all; instead, it had a sense of nobility and elegance.

After all, this was something that could be carried by the king at that time.

It is no exaggeration to say that the market price and collection value of this pocket watch were actually higher than the previous set of ivory.

As the bidding officially began, someone immediately called out a starting price of 10 million Euros.

This time, Shen Zhou did not act easily.

The 50 million Euros from just a moment ago were already enough to make Monica notice him.

He didn’t need to show off by buying every single Auction item.

Moreover, he didn’t want to easily become the public enemy of all the young men at the venue.

Soon, the Auction process continued, and many young people made their bids.

Of course, the prices of the items they purchased were basically below 30 million Euros and above 10 million Euros.

Several young Europeans even argued until they were red in the face over one of the Auction items.

”This is ridiculous. They are auctioning items, not Monica’s love. Is it necessary to be this outrageous?”

Shen Zhou shook his head, speechless, feeling even more glad that he had called out a high price earlier to secure the opening item, thus avoiding losing his composure in the competition.

”Thank you to all the guests for your support of the charity gala. Next, we will Auction off the precious finale item.”

”This item is none other than the Princess Crown currently being worn by Princess Monica.”

”It was crafted by thirty-two top artistic craftsmen of the Ancient Roman Empire at the time.”

”Every single part of it was hand-crafted by the artisans.”

”Therefore, the market value of this item has already exceeded 30 million Euros.”

The host, Natalie, recited a long list of commentary without using a script.

This displayed the extremely strong hosting skills of this beautiful presenter.

Many people at the scene applauded genuinely.

Even Shen Zhou looked at this beautiful host with a new level of respect.

When the Auction officially began, before anyone else could speak, a young man wearing a white robe and a cloth wrapped around his head stood up.

”I want this item, but my psychological price is 50 million Euros.”

”If anyone can offer a higher price, I can withdraw from the bidding.”

The man from the oil-rich country then bowed slightly to the entire room.

”Sorry, but this item is a true national treasure of our Ancient Rome, and I will compete for it until the end tonight.”

”I bid 80 million Euros!”

A white tycoon immediately offered an extremely high price.

This guy was already in his fifties, so it was obvious he wasn’t here for Princess Monica.

Moreover, his eyes were fixed tightly on the Princess Crown on the high platform, as if shining with a dazzling light.

Anyone with a discerning eye could see that this guy was determined to get this item.

The young man from the oil-rich kingdom was not angry; he smiled, nodded, and sat down.

It was obvious that the two parties had some connection in private.

”100 million Euros!”

Shen Zhou picked up his number thirty-six paddle and lightly offered a higher price.

This item was not only dazzling in appearance, but it was also worn by Monica herself.

He was determined to win this item.

This price caused the venue to fall silent.

After all, the price of 100 million Euros was double the collector’s value of the Princess Crown itself.

Many young people at the scene couldn’t help but click their tongues.

Even if they wanted to befriend Monica, there was no need to pay 100 million Euros for a hollow title.

Even the European tycoon in his fifties shook his head slightly and finally chose to give up.

In terms of financial power, how could he compare to Andrei?

Continuing to persist would only result in bringing humiliation upon himself.

”Congratulations to Mr. Shen, number thirty-six, and thank you for your support of tonight’s charity Auction.”

Natalie showered Shen Zhou with another string of flattery.

Finally, she even winked playfully and said: ”Mr. Shen, I have always maintained great goodwill and curiosity toward China.”

”If you were to invite me to enjoy the starry night sky right now, I don’t think I would refuse.”

Natalie stated her true thoughts in a joking manner.

A burst of good-natured laughter immediately erupted from the venue.

Shen Zhou just smiled and didn’t say much, but he also made his refusal clear.

Although he would have liked to taste this beautiful host, tonight was not the right time.

Natalie did not feel embarrassed by Shen Zhou’s rejection.

As a host, keeping a straight face was her basic skill.

After the Auction ended, the next part was the award presentation on stage.

The awards included a certificate and a trophy, both authoritatively certified by the International Children’s Relief Foundation.

This thing still had considerable influence in Europe.

When Shen Zhou and the other successful bidders went on stage to receive their certificates, Natalie showered them with another round of flattery.

A faint smile appeared on Shen Zhou’s face.

After all, he had spent over 100 million Euros tonight; surely he could at least listen to someone flatter him a bit.

Of course, this time Natalie did not make any unusual requests to Shen Zhou on the high platform.

”A dutiful, well-behaved woman!”

Shen Zhou quickly made this judgment in his heart.