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.

afford it would pay, while those who

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

ways.

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

Please, take a seat.” Samuel remained hospitable

nodded. He was about to sit down when he noticed

took a few steps backward and exclaimed in shock, “You… What are

know you?” Dustin asked

mask gulped and realized he had lost his

impassively, “My apologies. I mistook you for someone else

You scared me!” Nikki was

looked like he had seen a ghost as

and calmly

a few more buyers entered

were present, dressed in luxury, and carried themselves well. They were far

most of the buyers have arrived. Can we start now?” Nikki was getting impatient after waiting for

last person.” With a gentle smile,

here all day if he doesn’t

are you rushing me for? I’m here!”