Rustic Charm: The Doctor Immortal
Chapter 265. The Jeweler’s Daughter

Chapter 265: 265. The Jeweler’s Daughter

A crisp and melodious voice rang out. Chen Dashan looked up and saw a girl in a light green dress running up, hugging Tao Yucheng’s arm, with a sweet smile on her face.

Her big, watery eyes scanned Chen Dashan and his companions, her gaze curious and clear, filled with spiritual energy.

Tao Yucheng patted his daughter’s hand, beaming: "This is my wild little girl. Ling Bo, aren’t you going to greet these uncles and elders? Just like a little bird let out of its cage, only thinking about having fun."

Although Tao Yucheng’s tone was one of disapproval as he looked at his daughter Tao Lingbo, it couldn’t conceal his doting affection.

"Hello, Uncle Guo. Hello, Uncle Zhang. This gentleman isn’t an uncle, is he?"

Tao Lingbo’s gaze fell on Chen Dashan’s face. Immediately, she smiled with eyes curved, teasing. Chen Dashan found this charming girl quite likable and smiled politely: "Miss Tao."

"Nonsense!"

Tao Yucheng turned to glare at his daughter, his expression angry: "This is the boss of Chenwang Pharmaceutical, Chen Dashan, and also the owner of Zhongtian Nightclub. Moreover, he’s the young man your Uncle Guo admires."

"Look at President Chen, young and capable, starting from scratch. And then look at you..."

Tao Yucheng’s lecture towards his daughter seemed endless. Guo Dafu smiled benignly, used to such scenes.

Tao Lingbo playfully stuck out her tongue and looked at Chen Dashan, laughing: "So you are Chen Dashan. I’ve heard of you before. I didn’t expect you’d not only be young but also very handsome."

Tao Lingbo’s smile was radiant.

Next to her, Tao Yucheng’s face was full of embarrassment. He reached out to Guo Dafu and the others, saying: "Let the young people chat. We old folks should step aside."

"Hahaha... I was thinking the same."

Guo Dafu laughed heartily as several middle-aged men, with their large bellies, walked towards the center of the venue.

After they left, only Chen Dashan, Tao Lingbo, and a few young rich kids looking to chat up Tao Lingbo remained.

"The promotional performance you held last time at Zhongtian Nightclub was really interesting. I heard Han Xuanwu was blacklisted for breach of contract?"

Tao Lingbo looked up at Chen Dashan and asked.

Chen Dashan said: "I’m not sure about the blacklisting, but the breach of contract part is true."

"Serves him right. I can’t stand Han Xuanwu. How could such a sissy have fans?"

Tao Lingbo spoke with aversion, finding Chen Dashan quite agreeable and felt a good rapport with him after a few words.

"Shuzhu, look at that useless Chen Dashan. He brings you to this banquet and then goes off to flirt with another woman. I heard that this Tao Lingbo is the daughter of a wealthy jewelry merchant worth over a billion. It seems Chen Dashan is trying to score big."

Ke Zhengping’s spiteful little eyes glared at Chen Dashan and Tao Lingbo chatting and laughing in the center, feeling very indignant and jealous.

In Ke Zhengping’s mind, Chen Dashan was a rustic simpleton, a pretty boy at best. Not only did Qi Shuzhu like him, but even Tao Lingbo, whom he had just met, was around him. What was wrong with him?

Ke Zhengping couldn’t figure it out.

Qi Shuzhu remained silent.

After all, she had no real connection with Chen Dashan. She was just using him to put on an act. Chen Dashan not exposing her already showed he was being considerate.

"I’ve investigated this Chen Dashan. He’s just like the boss of Fengyun Pharmaceutical, climbing up by relying on women. Shuzhu, Chen Dashan doesn’t deserve you!"

Ke Zhengping spoke earnestly.

Qi Shuzhu irritably replied: "Enough, stop it!"

"Besides badmouthing others, is there anything else you can do?"

With those words, Ke Zhengping looked wounded, his eyes venomously fixed on Chen Dashan. If looks could kill, Chen Dashan would have been torn apart.

A few minutes later, the host came on stage, signaling the start of today’s auction.

The female host, dressed in a white floral print dress, was tall, elegant, and by her graceful movements, she looked very competent. Her delicate features and stunning figure immediately drew everyone’s attention.

Chen Dashan’s seat was in the second row. Tao Lingbo sat to his left, and Qi Junya to his right.

"Bang!" The little wooden hammer fell, the crisp sound echoing through the venue.

The female host raised her hand, smiling at the audience: "This is Tao Yucheng’s charity auction. All proceeds tonight will go to the Foundation for Disabled Children."

"The first piece of jewelry is..."

The host began to introduce the item. Immediately, a beautiful usher carried a tray, walking gracefully towards the center of the venue.

Tao Lingbo leaned close to Chen Dashan, whispering: "This necklace is actually mine. My dad had it custom-made for my eighteenth birthday. There are over a dozen kinds of gems in it, including an amber piece..."

Tao Lingbo described it in detail.

Chen Dashan smiled: "If you want it, I’ll help you get it back."

"Really?"

Tao Lingbo exclaimed, covering her red lips with her white hands. As she pressed her arms, her cleavage was seen just enough to show a soft, rounded and cute shape, almost popping out from her dress.

Her shape was smooth and adorable, and as she moved, her cleavage jiggled temptingly.

Chen Dashan felt his mouth go dry, never expecting the girl to be so well-endowed!

"It truly deserves to be one of Tao Yucheng’s collections. You won’t find such jewelry on the market."

Qi Junya sighed, and Chen Dashan smiled.

He didn’t understand jewelry, but he understood women. No woman could resist the allure of jewelry. Chen Dashan said: "If you like something, don’t hesitate to tell me. Consider it a gift for a business partner."

"That’s too generous, isn’t it?"

Qi Junya bowed her head bashfully. Chen Dashan was not only a brilliant businessman but also a skilled healer. Most importantly, he was charming, handsome, and witty. No wonder Shuzhu liked him.

Meanwhile, the bidding had started.

"1.5 million!"

"1.6 million!"

Chen Dashan directly raised his paddle: "2 million!"

The crowd was astonished and turned to look at Chen Dashan, as in a small place like Furong County, few could spend 2 million on a necklace. Moreover, his bid jumped by 400,000 right away.

The crowd whispered: "Isn’t that the young and successful owner of Zhongtian Nightclub?"

"He’s so young. Could he be from a powerful family training here?"

"There’s a chance. Otherwise, who else would make such a grand gesture?"

"Isn’t that Tao Lingbo sitting beside him?"

The envious audience whispered. Sitting in the last row, Ke Zhengping looked grumpy. Seeing Qi Shuzhu craning her neck to look at Chen Dashan, he bit his lip furiously: "2.5 million!"

The venue fell silent.

Everyone turned to look at Ke Zhengping in the back row.

"Pfft!" A stifled laugh broke the silence as the crowd snapped out of it. Tao Lingbo covered her mouth, embarrassed: "I didn’t expect anyone to bid 2.5 million."

"Sorry, couldn’t help it!"

When Chen Dashan turned and saw it was Ke Zhengping, he noticed his provocative look. Chen Dashan said: "2.6 million!"