Dressed as a Man, I Became Tycoon’s Sweetheart
Chapter 306: Drawing President Bo into Action

Chapter 306: Chapter 306: Drawing President Bo into Action

"Red Beauty’s Smile: Three Lives of Charming Lovers" was indeed the highlight of today’s auction. As Lewen’s annual sales champion, it not only boasts millions of fans but also enjoys significant success in various derivatives such as animations, edits, and merchandise, making it extremely popular. Just its fame and public anticipation alone are enough to make people envious.

For a hit novel like this, with the potential to be a blockbuster IP, many renowned directors, major producers, and film companies had come specifically for it, each filled with hope yet nervousness, fearing the competition might be too fierce, especially as many heavy hitters were present today.

Especially Bo Tingshen, the CEO of Starlight Entertainment.

It was unclear if he was here for this novel, but if he was, others probably stood no chance.

Ye Xian snapped back to attention when "Red Beauty’s Smile: Three Lives of Charming Lovers" was mentioned, the main event had arrived, which was the work of interest for the male and female protagonists.

Indeed, upon hearing the novel’s name, Jiang Wanze and Luo Yuwei both straightened up unconsciously, focusing intently on the big screen.

The fierce bidding had already begun.

"The starting bid is three million. There is no increment threshold for this item, let the bidding begin!"

"Huanmei Film and Television, 3.1 million!"

"Tianyu Media, 3.5 million!"

"Director Liu Yihan bids 4 million..."

"4.8 million!" "5.5 million!"

In a blink, "Red Beauty’s Smile" had risen to a high bid of 5.5 million, surpassing "Martial Tai Chi" to become the highest-priced item at the auction, and the enthusiasm for bidding continued to rise.

Ye Xian glanced at Bo Tingshen’s calm and broad back in the front row.

The CEO was probably planning to wait until the price reached a certain level, where no one else could increase it, and then directly place the highest bid to acquire the rights.

It was succinct and decisive, fitting his low-key personality and extravagant style.

She was quite looking forward to seeing that moment.

Though it was not her money being spent, watching others spend lavishly was incredibly satisfying.

"6 million!" "6.8 million..." "10 million!"

When the price rose to 20 million, many smaller companies had withdrawn, leaving only a few equally powerful film companies in fierce competition; yet, each time they raised a bid, they glanced towards the front row.

Why wasn’t President Bo making a move yet? At least offer a figure, to let them know his valuation of this work, so they could gauge whether their budget was sufficient to compete.

Could it be... he was waiting for a top bid, then plan to take it directly? Wouldn’t their fierce competition here look foolish?

With that thought, the representative of Huanmei Film and Television immediately lifted the sign in front of him, "20 million!"

Never mind, rather than guessing back and forth, better to just offer the highest bid and settle it once and for all!

"20 million!" the auctioneer raised his voice, "Huanmei Film and Television has offered 20 million!"

million? The other companies competing with Huanmei Film and Television paused, holding their bids. After all, it was a major company, with deep pockets... they gave up.

Although "Red Beauty’s Smile" was a blockbuster novel, there had also been plenty of such novels whose IP adaptations had flopped in recent years. Whether a hit series could be produced depended not only on the script but also on pre-production, filming, post-production promotion, actors, directors, costume and makeup, among other factors, which involved huge expenses. If just the copyright cost 20 million, it would be a loss.

The few companies all gave up on the bidding, opting instead to watch from the sidelines as the representative of Huanmei Film and Television and Bo Tingshen in the front-row VVIP seats. Huanmei had directly offered the highest bid, probably aiming to provoke President Bo into action.