Rebirth: Inheriting Millions In The Eighties
Chapter 605 - 603 So Many_1

Chapter 605: Chapter 603 So Many_1

Among the popular candidates were naturally Ning Mo, Ning Xiaoyou, and other talented members of the family clan. Although Xia Ningxing was among them, no one placed bets on her.

Even though her odds were incredibly high at thirty to one.

That is to say, if she were to win, then the person who bet one dollar would gain thirty dollars.

The reason for these high odds was clear: the bookies evidently did not think she could win, so they were not worried about losing anything.

When Xia Ningxing heard about the betting and saw her own odds were so high, she immediately put down her book and went to join in the excitement.

The betting was happening in an open-air pavilion to the north of the Ning Family’s locale.

A large crowd was gathered there at the moment, placing their bets.

Most of them were putting their money on seed players like Ning Xiaoyou or Ning Mo, hoping to make a big profit.

Of course, some people were casting a wide net, betting on every seed player.

When Xia Ningxing arrived, she immediately attracted everyone’s attention, and people turned to look at her—

"Isn’t that Xia Ningxing coming to place a bet? I wonder who she will bet on?"

"Who knows?"

"It wouldn’t be on herself, would it?"

"Who comes to bet on themselves? That’s way too arrogant!"

The crowd began to whisper and discuss among themselves.

In fact, even if she bet on herself it wouldn’t matter, but doing so personally was just too prideful; normally, people would have their family or friends place bets on their behalf.

Xia Ningxing seemed not to notice these people at all and walked straight up to the bookie, ignoring them.

"May I know which candidate Miss Xia would like to bet on?" the bookie asked with a beaming smile.

Xia Ningxing lifted her gaze and said, "Myself."

As her words fell, she took out a check for ten million dollars and slapped it on the table.

If only she had known about this, Xia Ningxing would have brought a few hundred million with her.

After all, this was essentially a no-lose deal.

As a businessperson, as a capitalist envied by others, she naturally wouldn’t miss any opportunity to make money that was both legitimate and harmless.

What a pity, this time.

Xia Ningxing sighed silently in her heart, pained by the thought of the money she wasn’t making.

The bookie stared at the figure on the check, almost going blind: "This, this much on yourself?"

"Yes!" Xia Ningxing nodded affirmatively.

"If that’s the case, then please... please take your bet slip!" The bookie hastily pocketed the check and then pushed the betting slip towards her, as if afraid she would have second thoughts.

"I won’t," Xia Ningxing said plainly, taking the betting slip.

She knew this was a plain chance to get rich; how could she possibly have regrets!

If there had to be regrets...

Xia Ningxing couldn’t help but look at the bookie with sympathy.

After all, if she won, the bookie would have to pay her three hundred million dollars!

By then, he would probably regret it so much that his guts would turn green!

Unfortunately, the bookie, basking in the joy of pocketing the check, had failed to notice Xia Ningxing’s sympathy.

The people around grew extremely curious upon seeing the bookie’s shocked and delighted expression—

"How much money did Xia Ningxing actually bet?"

"Don’t know, but it looks like it must be a lot."

"What do you mean nothing less, it’s frighteningly more, okay? She bet a whole ten million!" Those who were close enough had already seen the number on the check.

"Ten million?"

"My God! That’s a lot!"

Even the wealthy descendants of the Ning Family were scared by Xia Ningxing’s generous move.

They were all just playing around with several hundred thousand, and then she comes along and throws down an entire ten million!

The most infuriating part was that she looked so indifferent, as if the ten million were just a dime, seemingly not worth caring about at all!

It’s true what they say: comparisons really can kill!

"But does she have a hole in her head, or what? Does she really not know her own abilities? Isn’t she afraid of losing everything by betting on herself?" someone couldn’t help but sneer.

"Anyways, the Lu Family is rich. It’s none of your business what they do with their money."

"Such a prodigal woman. If the Lu Family knew how wasteful she is, they would probably die of anger!"

Everyone was sour and complaining.

Xia Ningxing couldn’t be bothered with these jealous people. Soon enough, they would know whether she was squandering or flourishing the family wealth!

"Xia Ningxing, are you that confident?" Ning Xiaoyou was also there, and seeing Xia Ningxing betting ten million on herself without even blinking, she was almost overwhelmed with jealousy.

She thought that having a few million made her a little rich woman. When she took it all out to bet with her family’s help, she had felt quite pained, but she didn’t expect Xia Ningxing to indifferently throw out ten million.

With a smirk that didn’t reach her eyes, Xia Ningxing smiled at her and said with crossed arms, "As a person, one should certainly be confident. You should know that confidence is conducive to personal growth."

The crowd snickered twice, their faces a mix of speechlessness and contempt.

Indeed, a foolish woman, throwing away a hundred million yuan for nothing.

"The Family Head is here!" Just then, a sudden exclamation arose from around them.

No one expected Mrs. Xia Ning to actually show up.

Everyone knew that Mrs. Xia Ning was never fond of gambling. This event was just a little entertainment before the Ning Family’s selection of the new Family Head, which is why she hadn’t stopped it. But now she had come in person.

"Family Head!"

Upon seeing her, everyone greeted her.

Xia Ningxing gave them a nod of indifference and then headed straight for Xia Ningxing.

When facing Xia Ningxing, there was no longer any coldness on her face; she asked with a smile, "Are you placing a bet?"

"Yes, Master," replied Xia Ningxing with a nod before adding, "I bet ten million on myself."

"Not bad," Mrs. Xia Ning praised her and then pulled out a bank card and handed it to the dealer: "There’s a hundred million in here. I’m betting on my apprentice Xia to win."

"One, a hundred million!?" The dealer almost choked, his teeth chattering.

He thought ten million was already a lot, but he didn’t expect the bigger bet was still to come.

This was sheer madness!

Mrs. Xia Ning ignored the dealer’s shock, took the chips, and pulled Xia Ningxing away.

Seeing the Family Head supporting Xia Ningxing so strongly, those who were sure Xia Ningxing wouldn’t win started to change their minds and placed a few bets themselves.

However, not many did.

After all, Xia Ningxing was too much of an amateur, remembering how she was still a child who needed to return home to be nursed not long ago.

"Tomorrow is the first round of the Family Head competition. Don’t study any books today; take a good rest and save your energy," Mrs. Xia Ning advised while walking, looking at her with eyes as gentle as those filled with starlight.

Her tone was like that of a parent instructing a child about to take college entrance exams.

Xia Ningxing smiled and nodded, taking her hand and promising, "Okay, I’ll listen to Mom."

The first round tomorrow is about identifying herbs.

Identifying herbs, as the name suggests, is about stating the names of the herbs, along with their characteristics and properties.