CHAPTER 596: CHAPTER 513 HAVE YOU SEEN HIS LIFESTYLE VIDEO?

Yin Xian saw the smile in Li Si’s eyes, but when his gaze swept over her affectionately holding Leng Mochen’s arm, a trace of melancholy flickered in his eyes.

Yin Xuan wasn’t unfamiliar with Li Si. Even before she had returned to the country, she’d already seen photos of Li Si and her older brother.

At that time, she never would have imagined that Li Si could find a man even more capable than her brother.

Hence, Yin Xuan had always felt that this woman was quite skillful.

Li Si, intrigued by Leng Ning’s earlier words, sized up Yin Xuan a few times. Her stylish short hair and crisp white cocktail dress exuded an impression of freshness and professionalism.

However, speaking of her and Jin Yichen, Li Si still felt it was unlikely.

Time passed quickly, and the auction was about to begin.

On the large screen, a rolling display showcased the items up for auction. Li Si noticed there were artworks, lifestyle items, and even opportunities for lunch with celebrities.

At that moment, a spirited man in a suit walked up on stage holding a microphone. Li Si recognized him as Song Qing, a well-known host from Beijing TV Station.

His deep, resonant voice echoed throughout the venue: "Honorable leaders, esteemed guests, thank you for taking the time out of your busy schedules to attend this charity auction. All proceeds from today’s auction will go toward providing nutritious and warm lunches for left-behind children in over forty impoverished regions across the country..."

After that impassioned speech, applause erupted from the crowd.

Li Si joined in clapping, feeling that this banquet was indeed meaningful after all.

"You should bid on more items later!"

Leng Mochen’s lips curled into a smile as he subtly took hold of her hand. "Okay!"

Since they were invited here, contributing generously was a given.

Next, Song Qing introduced some of the leaders and corporate chairpersons in attendance.

When he announced the start of the auction, he positioned himself back at the auction podium.

Apparently, he wasn’t merely hosting tonight but was also playing the role of charity auctioneer.

The auction began, and the first item was an oil painting titled *Spring* by Master Tan.

"Starting price: 10,000 RMB. The auction begins!"

"20,000!"

"50,000!"

"Alright, this gentleman bids 80,000 RMB! Any higher bids?"

"This lady bids 120,000 RMB. Alright, any more bids?"

"..."

Bidders raised their paddles one after another, with Song Qing stirring up excitement in the room. Finally, the painting was sold for 1.2 million RMB.

Everyone knew the early items were just appetizers.

The more valuable items were usually reserved for later.

In no time, the sound of the auction hammer echoed several times as item after item was sold at high prices.

Finally, an item that caught Bai Shasha’s interest appeared—a wedding dress designed by a renowned designer.

"Li Si, this one’s so beautiful! If my wedding dress were this one, wouldn’t it be so meaningful?" Bai Shasha’s eyes sparkled as she looked toward Li Si and Xu Er.

"It’s wonderful!" Li Si immediately nodded in agreement. The design was indeed clever, and wearing such a dress at a wedding would be incredibly meaningful.

Seeing Bai Shasha’s clear fondness for it, Xu Er quickly raised his paddle. After a round of fierce bidding, he successfully won the wedding dress for 7 million RMB.

"You’re amazing!" Bai Shasha uttered those three words to Xu Er, making his heart instantly bloom with happiness!

Leng Mochen had refrained from bidding thus far, but finally, a dazzling item made its appearance—a Blue and White Porcelain collectible by Master Wu Ying.

Through the host’s introduction, Li Si looked at the image displayed on the large screen, her eyes lighting up. She thought the collectible would look beautiful at home.

"Alright, after introducing the details of the item, the bidding begins. Starting price: 500,000 RMB."

Leng Mochen smiled slightly and asked her, "Do you like it?"

Li Si smiled faintly and nodded. "I quite like it!"

Elegantly, Leng Mochen raised his paddle. "2 million!" The spotlight shone on their position.

"Alright, we now have a bid of 2 million RMB. Any higher bids?"

"This elderly gentleman bids 3 million RMB!" An older man with silver hair held his paddle high.

Unperturbed, Leng Mochen raised his paddle again. "5 million!"

A whispering buzz swept through the room, as this was, after all, a charity auction, but the collectible’s true value wasn’t supposed to exceed 1 million.

Just as Song Qing was about to bring down the hammer, someone from the audience raised their paddle. "6 million!"

"This gentleman bids 6 million RMB!"

Li Si followed the crowd’s gaze toward the man. Though they were seated far apart, his figure in a white suit seemed faintly familiar to her.

Who could he be?

Leng Mochen cast a cold glance that way, then calmly raised his paddle again. "8 million!"

Another wave of murmuring swept through the venue; it seemed the two men were locked in a bidding war.

The man hesitated for a moment before raising his paddle. "9 million!"

Li Si tugged at Leng Mochen’s sleeve and whispered in his ear, "Why not let him have it? We can bid on something else!"

Leng Mochen gazed at her with determination. "You like it! I’ll make sure to win it for you!"

Li Si smiled sweetly, feeling deeply moved. Realizing it was for charity anyway, she didn’t protest further.

With a grin, he raised his paddle decisively. "10 million!"

Song Qing’s excited voice rang out. "This gentleman has bid 10 million RMB! Alright, 10 million!"

The audience fell silent, all eyes on Leng Mochen and Li Si.

A porcelain piece valued at most in the millions had now reached a price of 10 million RMB. Fortunately, this was a charity gala.

This money would go toward left-behind children.

Had this been a regular auction, many would’ve suspected someone had paid above market value.

Song Qing continued speaking excitedly, but the man didn’t raise his paddle again.

Leng Mochen calmly held Li Si’s hand and looked toward the center stage.

At last, the auction hammer fell, and they won the Blue and White Porcelain collectible.

Li Si’s heart buzzed with a small thrill. "Honey, you’re amazing!"

"Hmm!" Leng Mochen glanced in the man’s direction and let out a cool laugh.

Others continued bidding on the remaining items, and the final announced total from the auction reached a staggering 70 million RMB.

"I wonder if this money will actually be used for the children in need."

Li Si voiced a thought that coincided with Bai Shasha’s.

"It’s hard to say! Personally, I think direct donations to those in need might be better.

It bypasses middlemen and eliminates some of the shady dealings that can happen."

At this, Li Si felt a stir in her heart. In her previous life, back when she wasn’t financially well-off, she had once supported a child.

The girl’s parents were gravely ill, unable to work, and had no means of income.

The girl excelled in school and wanted to continue her education but lacked the funds. Later, through press and online campaigns, donations were raised.

Li Si started sending her 300 RMB every month. Though it wasn’t much, it represented her frugal savings from a meager monthly salary.

In this life, now free of financial struggles, she wondered why not do more good deeds, help those truly in need, and engage in meaningful acts of kindness?

Li Si fell deep into thought.

Unbeknownst to Leng Mochen, his girl had already formulated a new plan in her mind.

Once they returned home, Li Si remembered the man who had bid against them at the auction tonight. "Why do I feel like that bidder seemed kind of familiar?"

Putting down his pajamas, Leng Mochen turned to her with a playful air of mystery. "You haven’t figured it out? He’s someone you know!"

"Who is he?" From their distance and the crowd in between, she had only felt he looked familiar but hadn’t identified him.

Leng Mochen suddenly smirked mischievously as he sat by the bed and pulled her into his arms. "Want to know?"

Li Si looked at him directly. "Of course I do!"

Since it was someone she knew, but vaguely, her mental circle of guesses narrowed slightly.

Leng Mochen dropped a bombshell. "You’ve seen him before—on his lifestyle segment!"

He blinked teasingly, waiting for her surprised reaction.