When Zachary burst into Isaac’s office with hair disheveled like a bird’s nest, still emanating the scent of wine and perfume and adorned with numerous bright red lip marks on his face, he immediately caught Vivian’s attention. With an apologetic smile, he approached and asked, “Master Wade, were you looking for me?”

Vivian nodded, curious about Zachary’s drinking escapades. “How was your last night?”

Zachary replied eagerly. “Master Wade, last night was a splendid affair! The drinks flowed perfectly!”

Vivian smiled, pleased with the response. “Since you had a good time, start working in the afternoon.”

Zachary straightened up immediately, filled with respect. “Master Wade, if there’s anything you need, just say the word!”

Vivian nodded and inquired, “Zachary, let me ask you, where is the other ring?”

Without hesitation, Zachary replied, “I placed it in the room’s secure closet myself last night, while I was still wide awake!”

“Very well.” Vivian nodded, satisfied. “Now go freshen up, but remember to clean your face and brush your teeth. A quick wash will suffice, no need for a shower. After you’re done, bring me the ring and head to the antique street. The elderly gentleman who purchased it from you yesterday has been eagerly waiting all morning.”

“Hmm…” Zachary, fully reinvigorated, interjected. “Master Wade, that old man went back to the antique street? Could he be seeking a refund?”

Vivian chuckled and replied, “Impossible. He actually wants to purchase more from you. When you meet him later, inform him that your group isn’t prepared to display all the items yet. However, if he shows sincerity, you can negotiate on his behalf.”

Eager for guidance, Zachary asked promptly, “Master Wade, how much sincerity is required?”

Vivian pondered for a moment before responding, “He must send over at least two hundred thousand dollars upfront. Once that’s settled, contact Mr. Cameron’s assistant and say this without mincing words, ‘Please send some goods.’ Leave the rest to me. I’ll arrange for another ring to be delivered.”

With a mischievous grin, Vivian added, “As for the second ring, you can quote him a price of one million dollars.”

Zachary was taken aback. “Master Wade… if I may ask, the old man already paid five hundred thousand dollars for a ring. It was already a hundredfold profit. Now you suggest one million will he actually buy it?”

“Yes.” Vivian smiled confidently. “Just name the price and he will unquestionably purchase it.”

Though slightly perplexed, Zachary nodded eagerly. “Understood, Master Wade!”

It was well past one o’clock in the afternoon and the antique street basked under the scorching sun, resulting in scarce foot traffic. Gideon paced back and forth, scanning the vendors with his eyes.

A vendor, unable to bear Gideon’s incessant wandering, quipped, “Hey, old man, you’ve been pacing around all morning, making my eyes dizzy. Why don’t you find a place to sit in this heat? Here, I’ll give you some money. Go buy an ice lolly from the restaurant.”

Gideon glared at him and retorted icily, “I’ll pace as I please. What’s it to you? Watch your tongue, or you’ll find trouble with an old man!”

“Damn!” The street vendor seethed with anger, cursing, “You damn old fart, you really don’t know what’s good for you.”

Gideon clenched his fists, his rage mounting as he witnessed the vendor’s insolence.

the piece of lightning-struck wood in his pocket, capable of summoning sky thunder and strike the insolent youth dead. Yet, he could only entertain such thoughts for now. Until he had dealt with the

seat on the second floor of a tea house along the antique street, silently

dragging the stall’s belongings, entered the antique street through

immediately, overjoyed. He hurried toward Zachary and blurted out, “Zachary, where

“Ahhhh… Old man, I’m a vendor, not an employee. I come and go as I

to find a silver lining in the situation and teasingly remarked, “Zachary, seems

Zachary replied, “All thanks to you, I struck gold yesterday. I celebrated throughout the night, indulging in exquisite wines, basking in luxury, residing in a grand presidential suite. I felt like a joyous

secretly belittled Zachary as a mere seller of old items, he promptly complimented him insincerely and gave him a thumbs up, stating, “I have to admit, you live a splendid life that countless people would

life of luxury! How about I arrange a special evening for you? Just let me know which country you fancy,

“If you can help

Zachary asked, “What business, old

today specifically to ask you if you can procure some quality

expression. “Old man, it’s your lucky day. I called my

“What did

a potential buyer, but the introductory fee alone amounts to hundreds of thousands of dollars. Such a valuable customer is hard to come by, so I persuaded them to provide you with

pressed, “Did

not, they insist on asking for an introductory fee of two to three hundred thousand dollars. They also requested half of the

on and responded, “Zachary, broaching the subject of a referral fee is a breeze. Just have

I’m talking about

care.

with the process by now, Gideon swiftly turned on his phone and transferred two hundred thousand dollars

from the same source as the previous two items. Don’t try to deceive

world. Throughout the years, I’ve built a reputation for honesty. We will never engage in deceptive practices in this

of mystery, he added, “My family has already contacted me

Gideon exclaimed, brimming

waited together for approximately twenty minutes until a courier from City Express burst into the antique

followed closely, their attention drawn

mystical artifacts! If there’s one, there will be two, if there are two, there will be three and if there

that precise moment, a rider charged straight towards Zachary’s booth

and asked, “What about

pulled a jewelry box from his pocket and handed

left, Zachary opened the jewelry box and

his excitement faded upon scrutinizing its

was? Perhaps the tomb’s owner had a penchant for adorning their fingers. With two big brothers, one on each side, doesn’t it

previous day, such items were like night and

hadn’t even unraveled its effects yet. If he refrained from buying it, he’d be letting a potential enchanted weapon slip through his fingers, wouldn’t

buy this finger ring as well. With two rings on your thumbs, it’ll be quite the

The Novel will be updated daily. Come back and continue reading tomorrow, everyone!

Comments ()

0/255