Cutting-edge technology: I handed myself over

Chapter 63: Auction Ends

"Welcome back, distinguished guests."

An hour later, the host returned to the podium with a radiant face, said a polite greeting, and then got straight to the point: "Next up is our final competitor: cockpit technology!"

This technology integrates multiple sub-technologies, including impact-resistant cushioning cockpit technology, basic body posture control and feedback adjustment technology, battlefield data interaction interface, emergency power supply system, anti-electromagnetic interference protection technology, and modular maintenance interface. It is the heart of the mecha and the core of the mecha's core technologies.

The starting bid is 100 billion international currency, and each bid must be at least 20 billion international currency.

There are three spots available. Let the bidding begin!

As is expected, the starting price for the final cockpit technology was 100 billion, with each subsequent bid bringing the minimum to 20 billion.

Surprisingly, there were only three slots left, not four!

Therefore, after the host finished speaking, the auction room fell silent, and everyone was a little stunned by the sudden news.

After regaining their senses, the onlookers, led by the self-aware Reza, looked at the solemn-faced Starlink Horse, Lionel whose face darkened once again, and David and Fahad, who were red with anger despite their expressionless faces.

Honestly, the onlookers completely understand the feelings and thoughts of those four people at this moment: Zhou Luming, you son of a bitch, is so damn filthy!

If there are still only four spots, even if Lionel and his team offer an astronomical price, it won't exceed 300 billion.

Because Reza's funding came from David and Fahad, and both of them were responsible for filming the technology.

Therefore, with four slots, the highest price for the cockpit would be the average of the total funds of David, Fahd, and Reza, or the average of the total funds of Fahd and David.

However, if there is one less spot available, the transaction price will likely be based on all of someone's cash as the minimum.

In this way, whoever is eliminated means that their power is inferior to the others, and the technology they previously acquired could not maximize profits.

This tactic is both embarrassing and costly, and even Reza and his group couldn't help but question Zhou Luming, let alone the person involved.

However, after finishing their rant, Reza and the others had to thank Zhou Luming for showing them such a spectacular show.

"Phew~"

Amidst the anticipation of the crowd, Lionel let out a heavy sigh, then pleaded with Zhou Luming, "Mr. Zhou, may I request that the auction be delayed by half an hour?"

"I disagree!"

Before Zhou Luming could speak, Fahad objected, "Our time is precious. Why should we waste it on you?"

"..."

At this moment, Lionel had completely lost the will to argue with Fahad, so he ignored Fahad's words and stared intently at David and Starlink: "David, Starlink, do you agree?"

The reason why Starlink Ma was able to start his business and develop to this day is that he personally entered the game, took advantage of the feud between the two families, and gradually tied the two families to him.

Therefore, if either of the two parties attacks him, the other party will help him in order to protect its own interests.

However, at the same time, he dared not completely offend the two families: if they joined forces to kill him, he would be doomed.

Therefore, Starlink did not give a direct answer, but instead gestured to David along with Lionel, saying, "I'm fine with anything, but it's no use if only I agree."

"David, I think we can talk."

"..."

David and Lionel exchanged a glance, and then David suddenly laughed, which made Lionel relax and laugh along, thinking that David had agreed.

However, the next second, David slapped Lionel hard and spat out a single word: "NO!"

Such a drifting turn instantly froze Lionel's smile on his face, and for a moment he lost his ability to think.

After regaining his composure, Lionel looked at Zhou Luming expressionlessly: "Mr. Zhou, what do you have to say?"

Zhou Luming feigned helplessness, shrugged, and sneered, "Sorry, the minority submits to the majority, the auction continues."

"Heh~"

Lionel gave a cold laugh and announced to the crowd, "I withdraw from this auction!"

After saying that, Lionel also sneered at Zhou Luming: Since he didn't give him time to build up his gang and raise funds, and prevented him from obtaining the cockpit technology, then Zhou Luming shouldn't even think about selling the cockpit technology for a high price!

The next second, David and Fahad slapped Lionel again: "5000 billion/6000 billion!"

"Whoosh~"

Upon hearing David and Fahad's offer, everyone stared at the two men in disbelief, and at the same time, the word "crazy" flashed through their minds.

Without Lionel, a price of 2000 billion for the cockpit technology would already be considered very generous to Zhou Luming. Yet, they actually pushed it to 6000 billion!?

But what if David and his group aren't crazy, but have another plan?

Thinking of this, everyone turned their attention to the stunned Starlink Horse.

This time, it's Starlink's turn to suffer!

The reason is simple: David and his team are planning to join forces to deal with Starlink.

Starlink is indeed rich, and it's all in cash, but in terms of total wealth, Starlink is nowhere near as good as David and his group.

This is precisely why Starlink is in a dilemma.

If he does that, then a large amount of his cash will be consumed.

In that case, even if he acquires the cockpit technology, he will still need to raise funds to quickly establish the relevant industry and seize market share in the mecha market.

At the same time, he also faces the risk of being ousted after securing funding.

If he doesn't follow suit, his sunk costs will be much higher than Lionel's.

The reason remains the same: insufficient foundation and not enough wealth.

Being stuck in one narrow mindset and unable to achieve anything is Starlink's current predicament.

"Starlink, I can lend you that..."

Before Lionel could finish speaking, Fahad glanced at him sideways and raised his paddle, bidding, "8000 billion!"

When Fahd said this, everyone stared at him in shock: Had Fahd gone mad?!

No, has Saudi Arabia gone mad? How dare they allow Fahd to personally allocate state funds?!

"Anyone else want to bid?"

Seeing the hall fall silent once again, the host, his voice trembling with excitement, promoted the technology: "Cockpit technology isn't just one technology; it's a combination of multiple technologies, and it's an indispensable device for mechs. If you miss this opportunity, you won't get another chance."

"..."

The host waited a moment, then reluctantly began the countdown: "Countdown begins, ten, nine... one, auction ends."

Mr. David, are you willing to pay 8000 billion for cockpit technology?

"I won't buy it."

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