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 would

have been a much simpler approach. It was such

ways.

they were enjoying their tea, the private room door swung open again. Then, a man with

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

nodded. He was about to sit down when

few steps backward and exclaimed in shock, “You… What are you doing

know you?” Dustin asked with

golden mask gulped and

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

You scared me!” Nikki was

looked like he had seen a ghost as soon as he walked in. Was

a deep breath and calmly

few more buyers

in luxury, and carried themselves well. They were

have arrived. Can we start now?” Nikki was getting impatient after waiting

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

here all day if he doesn’t show up?” Nikki

me for? I’m here!” Just then,