When Zeke ced a bid of 1.1 billion, Graham feltpelled to raise his own offer to avoid missing out on the coveted Rejuvenating Pill. With determination, he dered, “Since Mr. White has bid 1.1 billion, I will increase my offer to 1.2 billion.”


    Travis, however, was unfazed by thepetition. With wealth surpassing that of Graham and Zekebined, the difference between 1.2 billion and 1.5 billion was negligible for him. Resolute in his pursuit of the Rejuvenating Pill, he responded coolly, “In that case, I’ll bid 2 billion.”<fnc8dc> This update is avable on fin?novel</fnc8dc>


    The audience gasped, their astonishment filling the hall.


    The auction price skyrocketed from 1.2 billion to a staggering 2 billion! This was an unprecedented moment in auction history, showcasing one of the most extravagant sales ever witnessed.


    To put 2 billion into perspective: if someone received a monthly allowance of 10 million, it would take them 17 years to exhaust that amount. <h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    If 2 billion were deposited in a bank with a 5% annual interest rate, the annual interest alone would yield 100 million dors—resulting in a monthly ie of over 8 million dors.


    This figure is unfathomable for most of us, yet for billionaires like Travis, whose fortunes are measured in tens of billions, 2 billion was merely one-thirtieth of his total assets.


    Travis had dedicated his life to umting wealth, striving for a better and morefortable existence. Thus, spending 2 billion on the Rejuvenating Pill felt entirely justified to him.


    He made his bid without a shred of regret or anxiety.


    In stark contrast, Zeke and Graham were overwhelmed by the situation.


    Both men were backed by extensive families, with numerous rtives depending on them, which added pressure to their decisions.


    Take Graham, for instance. The Quinton family’s wealth totaled just under several billion dors, and he did not have exclusive control over it. Although he could theoretically offer 2 billion for the Rejuvenating Pill, he would have to dip into family funds, which would not sit well with his rtives, especially since only one Rejuvenating Pill was avable to share among them.


    Reluctantly, he conceded, saying, “Mr. Lane, you truly are impressive.”


    Zeke was not in a much better position; in fact, the financial standing of the White family was even weaker than that of the Quinton family. Moreover, they had suffered significant setbacks after Gerald and Kevin’s fallout with Charlie, resulting in the loss of a partnership with the Emgrand Group.


    Consequently, the White family could not afford to outbid 2 billion and had to back down as well.


    Travis felt a wave of relief as both of his mainpetitors withdrew, but he remained humble and did not show any signs of arrogance. He shook hands with Zeke and Graham, expressing sincerely, “Thank you, brothers, for not continuing the bidding. I’ll make sure to visit you and express my gratitude personally in the future!”


    In response, Zeke and Graham humbly remarked, “You’re too kind, Travis. Your achievements set you apart from us.”


    Onlookers marveled at the respectful exchange among the three men.


    What began as a Rejuvenating Pill with a starting price of 150 million ultimately sold for 2 billion, all thanks to the spirited bidding. Even after winning the auction, Travis engaged in amicable conversation, exemplifying the generosity and humility characteristic of esteemed families.


    After their discussion, Travis turned to Charlie and respectfully stated, “Master Wade, with no higher bids, I believe I’m the winner of your Rejuvenating Pill.”


    Charlie nodded lightly, handed him the pill, and affirmed, “In that case, the Rejuvenating Pill is yours!”<h3 ss="has-text-align-center" id="chapter-list"><strong></strong>