They hadn't anticipated that someone else would intervene.
This individual held the authority token from Haitian Auction House, a token possessed by very few people.
Their initial plan had been to steal the spotlight, but now they found themselves more intrigued by watching the unfolding spectacle rather than being part of it.
Upon hearing the bid of 600,000, Zhao Dier recognized Gu Chaoyan's voice.
Her anger intensified—she believed Gu Chaoyan was purposely challenging her.
"800,000 gold sabers," Zhao Dier declared, determined to secure the bid for herself. Piaomiao Pavilion truly had formidable resources.
"900,000," Gu Chaoyan persisted.
"1.2 million!" Zhao Dier's frustration prompted her to escalate the bidding.
"1.3 million," Gu Chaoyan countered.
Her aim was to acquire the item while spending as little money as possible. Obtaining the Golden Sabre wasn't easy, and she needed to allocate funds for the pills as well.