An Understated Dominance

Chapter 863

Nikki frowned, “What do you mean? You’re not selling it directly to us?”

“Recently, I’ve received many inquiries about the Jade Maiden Scripture. I was in a difficult position and was unable to make a decision.

“That was why I gathered everyone here to discuss the price collectively. It would be fairer this way,” Samuel explained.

“Fair?”

Dustin shook his head with a smile. “Mr. Franklin, you have a gift for words. You’re raising the price without reason yet making it sound sophisticated.”

Gathering all the buyers to discuss the price collectively was an obvious attempt to start a bidding war. That way, the price of the Jade Maiden Scripture would surge dramatically. It was a cunning strategy indeed.

“You flatter me, mister. I’m a humble merchant who hopes to earn a little extra profit.”

Samuel continued to smile even when his plan was exposed. He was good at maintaining his composure.

“Hmph! I hate people like you the most” Nikki looked at him contemptuously.

Those who could afford it

have been a much simpler approach. It was such a waste of time to resort

ways.

open again. Then, a man with a golden mask entered

seems like another esteemed guest has arrived. Please, take a seat.” Samuel remained hospitable and stood

man in the golden mask nodded. He was about to sit down when he noticed

few steps backward and exclaimed in shock,

know you?” Dustin

man in the golden mask gulped

front and said impassively, “My apologies. I mistook you for someone

scared

he had seen a ghost as soon as he

a deep breath and calmly

passed, a few more buyers entered the

and carried themselves

we start now?” Nikki was getting impatient after

We are missing one last person.” With a gentle smile, Samuel

we sit here all day if he doesn’t

me for? I’m here!” Just