In a high-end club in downtown Los Angeles, Tang Qian followed Karlie Kloss into the lobby.
The security here is quite tight, and it does look like there are a lot of valuables. In addition to verifying the invitation letter, you also need to verify the SSN. However, Tang Qian is very curious how Karlie Kloss got the invitation letter from this place.
. Although she signed a contract with Victoria's Secret and started taking photos and photos at a very young age, her annual income now is only tens of millions of dollars. In addition, the consumption of supermodels is also high, so she is far from her peak in the future.
The annual income is 5 million U.S. dollars, which is a big gap. At this level, compared to ordinary Americans, she is certainly rich, but compared with the real rich people, she is not worth mentioning.
According to data from the U.S. Federal Census Bureau, the average income of a family in the United States in 2013 was US$53,657, which is equivalent to about 330,000 to 340,000 yuan. Among them, the state with the highest income is not California, but Maryland. Their annual family income
As high as 7+W US dollars. The lowest is Mississippi, with an average annual household income of 35,521 US dollars, about 220,000 yuan. Note that this is the annual pre-tax income of a family, not the annual pre-tax income of a person, so
In comparison, Karlie Kloss, who was born in the 1990s, can definitely be considered a successful woman. After all, she is a person who has to pay the "rich tax". One person's earning power has exceeded that of 10 to 20 family units.
But in Tang Qian's eyes, she is very "ordinary", because Tang Qian himself is now a rich man with an annual income of millions or even tens of millions of dollars. With the newly signed AND1 fat contract, he suddenly became a wealthy man.
A young and wealthy representative. Compared to Karlie Kloss, he is the real "rich man". And the scale of tonight's event is obviously not a small auction, so Tang Qian is very suspicious of her
How did you get the invitation here?
Of course Karlie Kloss would not tell Tang Qian that this was a gift from one of her suitors. She originally felt that she would never go, but unexpectedly this small invitation came in handy!
In this way, she really wanted to thank this suitor. Unfortunately, he was ill today and could not come to the scene.
Karlie Kloss did a great job of borrowing flowers to offer to Buddha.
Compared with other Taylors, Sofia, Sestin, etc., she is actually considered a "poor class", so she works much harder, and models, whether they are supermodels or not, are all youthful fans. Even now,
She earns a lot of money, but when she gets older in the future, she will be eliminated by the industry and become "leftovers" and "no one cares about". This also makes Karlie Kloss have a lot of trouble compared to the previous ones.
A little more thought and insight.
She knows very well what she wants, so after setting her goal, she will never be like Taylor, who wants face and has the baggage of an idol. This is also one of her major advantages that she considers herself.
It's her first choice to do what she likes.
People always have things they like and prefer, so she found an entry point in basketball.
The limelight and performance on the 29th last night made Karlie Kloss instantly determined.
Therefore, just do it, and a series of combat strategies were formed.
While waiting in the lobby, Karlie Kloss seized the opportunity to chat with Tang Qian. Due to the reasons of taking photos all over the world, her knowledge and knowledge also made Tang Qian not feel bored. Furthermore, because of the implicit and deliberate approval of praise,
, which made the latter feel more and more that chatting with Karlie Kloss was a pleasant and interesting thing.
Okay, it is indeed useful. It seems that I did not take "such an expensive course" in vain.
Karlie Kloss is definitely the kind of person who takes action. She wants to get things and her desire is much stronger than Taylor Swift.
This is determined by the growth environment and living environment.
Not long after, the auction officially began. Tang Qian was not interested in any cultural relics or monuments, because the purpose of his visit was for the so-called "most expensive basketball shoes." By the time he got to the fifth item,
Karlie Kloss pushed Tang Qian's arm and said, "Hot, that's it, the legendary most expensive basketball shoe."
Is it?
Hearing this, Tang Qian became energetic. He sat up straight and wanted to be the first to see the true appearance of the sneakers.
Seeing Tang Qian's expression and movements, Karlie Klaus felt even more certain in her heart.
The Oriental man next to me really loves basketball. He is not some NBA player who only plays to make money.
Such pure thoughts, he is indeed the man that Taylor and I have fallen in love with, he is different!
At the same time, Karlie Kloss secretly made up her mind.
This was also one of the reasons why she brought Tang Qian here today.
The auctioneer was very professional in creating suspense, but the effect was not good, because most people seemed to have received the news, and they had no interest in the so-called "basketball shoes". This made the auctioneer very knowledgeable, and he simply ended the exaggeration.
, directly opened the small box under him and said: "Nike.MAG, a future sneaker that has never been publicly sold on the market. A regular model was produced in 2011 with a price tag of US$3,800. However, because the quantity was too small, the price quickly skyrocketed.
The price has reached more than 8,000 US dollars. Today’s model is a limited edition in 2013. It has been completely redesigned and incorporates the latest black technology HyperAdapt2.0 fully automatic induction shrink strap technology. As long as you put your feet in, it will
It can be automatically adjusted and strapped according to your foot shape and size. The shoe type is a high-top ankle support shoe with the laser signature of Nike boss, Michael Jordan. Only 29 pairs are produced in the world, with the lowest price of 10,000 US dollars, each time
The bid increase is no less than 1k US dollars, ladies and gentlemen, you can start bidding."
Is it actually the Nike.MAG series? Or is it this year’s black technology limited edition?
Tang Qian used to like collecting basketball shoes and basketball equipment, but due to financial problems, he collected small items that were not very valuable. Now that the economic conditions have improved and his family conditions are better, he can also do what he wants to do.
thing.
Almost as soon as he saw this pair of white and silver basketball shoes, Tang Qian was attracted by its "futuristic appearance".
After a brief thought, he was ready to put it in his pocket.
I can still afford to spend tens of thousands of dollars.
But before Tang Qian had time to bid, a crisp voice appeared next to him and said: "1W1k."
After Tang Qian was stunned for a moment, he suddenly said: "Miss Claus, you..."
"Hang, this is my repayment gift to you. You can't refuse it, otherwise it would be too ungentlemanly~" Karlie Kloss smiled slightly, then turned her head and prepared to continue bidding. Although most people were not interested in this.
There was not much interest in a pair of basketball shoes, but there were still people who wanted them, so it didn’t take long for someone to make an offer, saying: “1W2k.”
"1W4k." Carly Klass also raised the sign and said.
The price went up very quickly, and there were still many wealthy people present. Therefore, after only 10 minutes, the bidding amount for this pair of basketball shoes became a full 90,000 US dollars. This made Tang Qian frown a little and said: "K
Miss Rouse, why don't you forget it? I think this price is a bit high. If you keep bidding, the price will definitely be higher." Unexpectedly, Karlie Kloss was unmoved and said: "It's hot, this is hot.
The last time a pair of shoes was auctioned in London, the price exceeded 100,000 U.S. dollars. What’s more, this is the United States, the kingdom of basketball. My price range is far higher than this, so don’t worry.”
After another 10 minutes, Karlie Kloss also gradually frowned, because the bidding price was slowly approaching 200,000 U.S. dollars. Karlie Kloss’s psychological limit was 200,000 U.S. dollars. She originally thought that a pair of basketball shoes
, not so many people would like it, it seems she still "disdained" it.
After Karlie Kloss quoted a price of 18,000,000 US dollars, one person obviously didn’t want to play with her anymore, so he immediately raised the price by nearly 2,000,000 US dollars and said: “200,000 US dollars.”
"Forget it, Miss Klaus, there is no need to go with..." Hearing Tang Qian next to her say this, Karlie Klaus became more determined to increase the price and said: "21W." Because of the lack of this pair of sneakers,
She will not be able to make her next move or plan.
For this rare opportunity today, Karlie Kloss, you can’t lose to Taylor.
She has accumulated nearly 1 million US dollars over the years. For her own "happiness", Karlie Kloss decided to risk everything.
No matter what, get this pair of basketball shoes.
When people are excited and their blood rushes to their brains, they can do many incredible things. For example, Karlie Kloss is on this edge right now. When the price exceeds 30W, the bidder opposite also seems impatient.
He got up, and after he reported the new price, he turned his head to see who the bidder No. 76 was.
Why do you deliberately "argue" with yourself?
Hmm? She's a woman? She looks familiar, but I can't remember where I've seen her before.
When the man wanted to turn his head, a tall oriental figure attracted his attention.
This person, this figure is... that damn Oriental guy!!!
Shi.t! No wonder! If you are a professional basketball player, it is not surprising that you want this pair of sneakers!
But, do you think that labor and capital will make you happy? What a beautiful thought!
It’s time to collect a wave of interest for that day’s revenge!
See how I humiliate you!
"Mr. No. 13, the bid... the bid was 40,000 US dollars, which increased by 10,000 US dollars in one breath! Is there any higher price?" The auctioneer was a little excited, because as auctioneers, they calculated based on the "premium degree" of the auction items.
Commission. In other words, if you auction an item with a standard bidding price of 1,000W, you will not get as much commission as if you auction an item with a premium of 10W.
Don't think that the auctioneer can earn as much as the minimum price is exceeded. Just like the oil painting whose name Tang Qian couldn't understand, the starting price was 500,000 U.S. dollars, and the final bid was 1.2 million U.S. dollars. It looked good, but it was just
It only satisfies the seller. What about the organizer? The commission line they give to the auctioneer is 1.5 million U.S. dollars, so before exceeding this commission line, the auctioneer will not get a dime. If only the basic labor fee is counted
, I'm afraid he is similar to the waiters outside, there is not much difference.
As for the pair of Nike.MAG limited edition basketball shoes in front of him, the commission line given to him by the organizer is 150,000 US dollars. For the excess, the commission amount will be calculated based on approximately 5:1. This is why the auctioneer is so happy now.
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The higher the premium, the more commission he can get.
In the world's largest capital country, who doesn't like those green things? With money, in the United States, you have everything. This is probably the most popular motto of the American emperor. So as the premium increases,
As the auctioneer got higher and higher, he became more and more agitated and excited.
It has nothing to do with him how much money he can take.
He only cares about how much money he can get in the end.
40W? Isn’t this guy crazy? Even if it is a limited edition MAG, it doesn’t cost so much money? Could it be that he has met a collector who is not short of money? Karlie Kloss thought about it for a while
, gritted his teeth and continued to follow the price.
"Bidder No. 76 bids 41W! Is there any higher price?" he shouted, but the auctioneer's eyes were fixed on the seat area of No. 13. When he saw No. 13 continuing to bid without hesitation
, the auctioneer's voice became passionate again, saying: "The bidder No. 13 bids 51W! Is there anything higher?"
"Forget it, Miss Klaus, this is too much, these shoes are not worth so much money." Before Tang Qian finished speaking, Karlie Klaus bid again, 52W! You can see
Come out, she is bound to get this pair of shoes. However, No. 13 is obviously not less expensive than Karlie Kloss. It can also be seen from his increase in price every time. In the later period, it is basically 100,000 per time. If you continue to fight like this
Not good for Karlie Kloss.
In fact, Tang Qian was afraid that Karlie Klaus would fall into a trap and be deceived by the organizer's "entrustment". In the end, he paid a large amount of US dollars out of impulse. But now the latter has become a little red-eyed and will not pay Tang Qian at all.
Take the opportunity to interrupt, keep following the price, and keep adding more money.
After a while, the "worth" of this pair of Nike.MAG limited edition sneakers exceeded 800,000 U.S. dollars. No. 13 was okay, but No. 76 was Karlie Kloss. The price gradually slowed down, and the bids became more and more expensive.
She hesitated. Several times, she gritted her teeth and took action only after the auctioneer asked the price for the second time.
Tang Qian could tell that her funds were starting to get tight.
Think about it, although supermodels make a lot of money, they still can't compare with celebrities. I remember seeing a Forbes supermodel annual income list in my previous life. Karlie Kloss ranked 11th with an annual income of US$5 million. Although
Compared with ordinary people, she is a real "female rich", but if you put this little money into a star, you can't even make a splash. For example, Tang Qian's current annual income is a year higher than what she was at her peak.
cut.
So Tang Qian predicts that Karlie Kloss is ready to give up.
But it doesn't matter if you give up. Tang Qian even feels that giving up is the right thing to do. He doesn't think it's worth it for a pair of sneakers. Even if he loves collecting basketball equipment, he has to consider the cost-effectiveness, right? And after charging so much
Tang Qian would feel uncomfortable with the expensive premium gift.
Wait, why did she give me such an expensive thing? It can’t be...
Tang Qian was a little frightened when this idea came out. He couldn't help but ask: "Miss Claus, I would like to ask, are you really going to give these shoes to me when you bought them?" Carly
Klaus looked extremely lost and disappointed. In her negative mood, she quickly replied: "Of course, perm, of course I'm going to give it to you. Unfortunately, everything is impossible now. That damn No. 13 ruined
Lost everything!”
When Tang Qian heard this, he felt a little relieved and said, "Miss Claus, I can't bear the gift of such an expensive thing to you. You know, there is a saying in the East that no reward will be given to you."
Lu." Karlie Kloss seemed to realize what she was talking about. With a quick thought, she found a reasonable "excuse" and said: "Fang, you helped me so much at the Glove Cafe last time. Why?
Maybe I can pay it off in one meal? Then am I not too selfish and cold-blooded? I am a Christian~"
Another Christian? Tang Qian knew that it was normal for Europeans and Americans to believe in Christianity, and it was even a fashion and trend, but he really wanted to ask, how many devout Christians are there in the United States? But now is not the time to ask such a question.
And Karlie Kloss's answer denied his own guess.
It seems that I am too narcissistic! People are just kind-hearted and have good intentions. Don’t be too "dirty" in your thoughts~~~ You will have to change it in the future~~~
But to be honest, after hearing this, Tang Qian was slightly moved in his heart, because no matter how close he is to Karlie Kloss, he sincerely comes to thank you, which is worth increasing his favorability towards the latter.
.After all, no matter in the East or the West, a person who can repay kindness and be grateful in his heart is a rare person. In modern society, where materialism and wealth are everywhere, how many people can be truly grateful when they receive help from others?
Saying thank you verbally and having a meal seems to have paid off the "helping feeling" of others, and the two will owe nothing to each other in the future.
It’s not that you should repay your help, but if someone’s attitude is too cold, it will only make this already indifferent society even more indifferent and even cold. People are emotional animals, and they don’t care about money or reputation when helping others, but at least
You can express gratitude and gratitude. If someone tells you that you don’t even need to thank and be grateful when doing good things, then he is one of the biggest original sins in this society.
Because this will only lead to fewer and fewer good people and more and more indifference.
Based on this, Tang Qian decided to take action.
"85W for the second time, is there anyone who wants to bid?" The auctioneer was already very happy. He could get a large commission just for this premium item. But he just shouted "Third time"
At this time, someone broke the situation again.
"No. 76, No. 76 bids 1,100W!" The auctioneer was stunned for a moment. After he confirmed that the number was correct, his face turned red again and said: "100W is the first time, is there anyone else who wants to bid?"
100W??? The person on the 13th was also stunned, because he just clearly felt that the other party had no money, why did he suddenly increase the amount so much??? However, he was unwilling to let the other party go and continued to follow the price.
"Someone has bid again. No. 13 bids 105W! 105W is the first time. Is there anyone else who wants to bid?" The auctioneer was so happy that his heart was filled with joy. How could he not see from his experience that No. 13 and No. 76 were at each other's throats?
Yes, this situation is also the easiest to command a high price premium.
"No. 76 bids, 2,200W???!!! No. 76 bids 2,000W!!!" The auctioneer shouted loudly, so that the whole audience could hear it clearly. This made No. 13 in front of him furious.
Said: Is this crazy? She started adding directly for $1 million??? Her money came from the strong wind???
Of course he didn't know that as a person who had experienced life and death, Tang Qian had a very indifferent view of money. As long as it was enough to maintain his normal life, this was the latter's view of money in this life. So how much can he earn and spend?
No matter how much, as long as Tang Qian thinks it's worth it, he will do it, regardless of whether he loses money or not.
Compared with the previous life, my mentality has created a sense of detachment.
However, this is also a change that slowly occurs as his net worth becomes higher and higher.
PS: Xiaozi continues to code for the second update. Friends who can’t wait can watch it when they get up in the morning~
By the way, regarding this pair of sneakers, the auction price is indeed true. The highest price ever sold was more than 200,000 U.S. dollars, which is more than 1.3 million yuan~