Reborn Heiress: Seeking Revenge
Chapter 137: The Lingering Spirit of Ye Sanshao (3)_1

Chapter 137: Chapter 137: The Lingering Spirit of Ye Sanshao (3)_1

Watching the women from the Yu Family, Gu Family, and Li Family mock and taunt his girl with such sarcasm, Shangguan Qing’s anger flared uncontrollably. His girl was not to be bullied by anyone.

"You." Yu Zijin’s complexion paled, the sweet smile on her face freezing.

"Cousin, I was just kindly reminding my younger cousin. After all, Shangguan You is Aunt Wanying’s stepdaughter and, one way or another, she is related to our Li Family, isn’t she?" A flash of anger crossed Li Meisu’s face, but she then spoke indifferently.

"Haha, Miss Li seems to have mistaken the object of her concern. The one related to the Li Family is Rou—my little sister. I have absolutely no connection with the Li Family. Besides, you’d be better off attending to your own affairs rather than meddling here. Mr. Gu, let’s proceed. There’s no need to mind these irrelevant people."

Shangguan You’s cool voice rose as she coldly regarded the three before her. She naturally understood Shangguan Qing’s protectiveness and was grateful for it. She then walked over to the master craftsmen, watching them operate the machinery and slowly cut the stones.

Seven stones were gradually unveiled under the scornful, contemptuous, eager, and disdainful eyes of the watchers. The expressions on their faces slowly turned to shock. Their mouths gradually fell open, and then they looked at Shangguan You in disbelief. Was this all just her luck? Or did she possess some ability to know these stones would yield jade? After all, it would be nearly impossible for every piece to reveal jade, let alone be worth more than its purchase price.

Not a single stone was a miss; all of them were cut to reveal jade. Even among the three stones purchased for five million, one revealed ZiyuPurple Jade. Another yielded Huang jade (yellow Fei and green Cui, so Huang jade is also extremely precious). The third was similarly cut to reveal a translucent, glass-type jade. The jade from the other stones was also worth more than the price paid for the stones themselves.

Even Gu Weixiong, when it came to Shangguan You, put aside his condescension. He wiped the sweat from his chubby face, taking a moment to process what had happened. Could all this truly be just luck? This is like the emergence of a new star in the jade gambling world! Every stone revealing jade—a feat even he couldn’t accomplish!

"Young lady, name your price. I’ll take this Huang jade and the other pieces," Shi Jian’an said, the shock on his face replaced by a business-like attitude. He abandoned the idea of spending ten million on the stone he had originally wanted. Shangguan You had unveiled exceptional jade, and she had asserted that his stone would be a complete waste—which might well be the case. He would rather buy a sure thing than risk such a large sum on an uncertainty.

"Young lady, I’ll offer fifty million for those jade pieces!"

"Sixty million!"

"Seventy million!"

One bid followed another, and others quickly joined in. This type of jade was extremely rare and incredibly transparent, highly cherished by noblewomen. It would undoubtedly sell like hotcakes once on the market.

Gu Duoduo, Yu Zijin, and Li Meisu widened their eyes, stunned by the scene unfolding before them. They watched as people encircled Shangguan You’s party, the bids climbing ever higher. Their eyes reddened. Is this a joke? Can she really reveal such supreme quality jade just by pointing?

If everyone could do this, would there be any poor people left in the world?

Shangguan Rou watched with wide eyes, looking at Shangguan You in disbelief. She wanted to speak, wanted to step forward, but she felt rooted to the spot, unable to move or speak, her expression frozen. Perspiration beaded her forehead; she felt anxious but was helpless.

"Grandfather Shi, Uncle Shi, I’ll sell this Huang jade and these other pieces to you for thirty million," Shangguan You offered with a light smile, treating it as a favor—almost giving away the jade to the Shi Family. There might come a day when I need the Shi Family’s help.

Thirty million! Her words stunned not only the onlookers but also the Shi father and son, who could hardly believe their ears. She had just granted them an enormous favor.

"I bid sixty million for the Huang jade. Apart from the ZiyuPurple Jade, I’ll offer thirty million for the other five pieces, making it a total of ninety million. This is a very fair price, young lady. What do you think?" Huang Jian’an said after estimating the value, offering a whopping sum. The price was reasonable, as he realized he couldn’t afford the ZiyuPurple Jade and regretfully conceded it.

"Uncle Huang, aside from the ZiyuPurple Jade, you can have all the rest for thirty million. For the remaining sixty million, I want a twenty percent share in Jade Pavilion," Shangguan You said, her bright eyes sparkling. Her words again left the crowd agape. Had they heard wrong? Sixty million for only a twenty percent share? For that price, the Shi Family would profit even if the actual shares were worth a mere thirty thousand! A new idea suddenly took root in her heart. Jade Pavilion will be my first foothold in Beijing!

"Rest assured, this deal works out well for both parties. Please think it over and come find me once you’ve made up your minds," Shangguan You remarked with a slight smile amid the lingering shock.

"Young lady, I’ll give you forty million and a thirty percent share!"

"Yes! I offer fifty million for a twenty percent share!"

Following Shangguan You’s announcement, those around her began shouting their offers again, eager to snag such a lucrative opportunity.

"No need to think it over—this deal is a definite win for us!" Shi Jian’an laughed heartily, cutting through the noise of the bidding.

"Indeed, we’ve struck a great bargain. Miss Shangguan, please come by Jade Pavilion tomorrow so we can finalize the contract," Shi Ruimin added at the right moment. If he, a successful businessman, let go of such a deal, it would be a sorely missed opportunity. Moreover, Jade Pavilion might not secure its place as the premier establishment among Beijing’s elite.

Although they didn’t know Shangguan You’s intentions, they were determined to seize any opportunity to make money. They had a premonition that, in the future, jade would flow endlessly into Jade Pavilion, positioning their business as the leader in the jade industry.

"Alright," Shangguan You smiled lightly, taking the address of Jade Pavilion from Shi Ruimin’s hands while handing over the six pieces of jade to the Shi father and son. She offered a slightly apologetic smile to the others who had bid.

"Aren’t you afraid we’ll run off with the jade, conning you out of thirty million and a twenty percent share?"