Chu Tianxiong called out a bid of eighty million. Le Huadie hesitated for a mont but had no choice but to raise it to eighty-five million.
This subtle change did not escape Chu Tianxiong's keen eyes.
He had already noticed that Le Huadie didn't bring much money this ti, which gave him more confidence.
"Ninety million," Chu Tianxiong shouted.
This ti, he planned to take it slow and wear down Le Huadie's patience.
"Ninety-five million," Le Huadie gritted her teeth and said.
As a young woman, it was indeed challenging to outbid a seasoned businessman like Chu Tianxiong.
She realized this as well.
Chu Tianxiong was not soone who gave up easily.
"One hundred million," Chu Tianxiong called out a higher price.
This price matched the previous base price.
If the deal went through at this price, Liu Quanming would make a significant profit, making the trip worthwhile.
"One hundred and ten million," Le Huadie seed to have made up her mind, no longer increasing the bid by just five million.
"One hundred and fifty million," Chu Tianxiong smiled faintly and called out an astonishing price.
Since he knew that the Gathering Spirit Array on the Nine Heavens Pendant Zither could be repaired, spending more money was no longer an issue.
For the sake of spiritual energy, everything was worth it.
Le Huadie was stunned. She didn't expect Chu Tianxiong to be so ruthless, increasing the bid by such a large amount. This was almost reaching her limit.
What should she do? Should she continue to raise the bid?
If she continued, the ultimate beneficiary would undoubtedly be Chu Tianxiong.
After so thought, Le Huadie had an idea. If she couldn't buy it with money, she would find another way to get it.
...
Chu Tianxiong's astronomical bid delighted Liu Quanming. He initially thought he wouldn't make a significant profit and that the price wouldn't exceed one hundred million. He didn't expect such fierce competition between the two, indicating that both wanted the Nine Heavens Pendant Zither, and there was still room for the price to increase.
If this continued, the final selling price would be comparable to the price before the spiritual energy dissipated.
It turned out Liu Quanming's worries were unfounded, and he still managed to sell it for a good price.
"I give up," Le Huadie said.
Everyone was stunned. Le Huadie actually gave up. She was so composed, bidding when she wanted and stopping when she decided. It required imnse self-control, especially for a woman.
Won are naturally resistant to shopping.
Both Chu Tianxiong and Liu Quanming were taken aback. Was it over just like that?
However, both were pleased as they had achieved their respective goals.
"If you don't raise the bid, the Nine Heavens Pendant Zither belongs to Mr. Chu," Liu Quanming quickly said.
"Of course, the Nine Heavens Pendant Zither rightfully belongs to Mr. Chu. Goodbye," Le Huadie said calmly and then left.
Everyone was even more puzzled by her actions. She was truly an enigmatic woman, her style unpredictable.
Jiang Feng watched Le Huadie leave, feeling that sothing was off, but he couldn't pinpoint what it was.
"Maybe I'm overthinking," Jiang Feng shook his head with a bitter smile.
With Le Huadie's departure, Chu Tianxiong had no competitors left and purchased the Nine Heavens Pendant Zither for one hundred and fifty million.
This was undoubtedly a good thing for Chu Tianxiong.
In business, integrity is paramount. Chu Tianxiong imdiately transferred one hundred and fifty million to Liu Quanming, who left happily.
Before leaving, Liu Quanming didn't forget to say to Chu Tianxiong, "Mr. Chu, if you need anything else, just let know. Even if I don't have it, I'll find a way to get it for you."
"Sure, sure. We'll have more opportunities to cooperate in the future," Chu Tianxiong replied.
With the transaction complete, everyone left Xiangzhai Garden.
By now, it was late, and Zhonghai City was welcoming another beautiful night.
As the city lights ca on, the neon lights were dazzling, driving many young n and won crazy.
"Brother Jiang, thank you so much today. If it weren't for you, I would have been deceived," Chu Tianxiong said, holding Jiang Feng's hand.
"No problem, just doing what I can. It was an honor to be invited by you and to see the Nine Heavens Pendant Zither. I couldn't just stand by and watch you get deceived," Jiang Feng said.
"Haha, Brother Jiang, you're so straightforward. I'm glad to have you as a friend. From now on, let's call each other brothers. I'm older, so I'll shalessly call you my younger brother," Chu Tianxiong laughed.
"Alright, I'll take you up on that, big brother," Jiang Feng gladly accepted the relationship.
Having more friends ans more opportunities, and who knows when it might co in handy in the future.
Moreover, Chu Tianxiong lowering his status to call him a brother had its own motives. To put it bluntly, Jiang Feng was giving Chu Tianxiong a huge favor.
While the two were calling each other brothers, Chu Qingqing felt awkward.
What kind of situation was this? She and Jiang Feng were classmates and of similar age, so they should be peers.
But now her grandfather was calling Jiang Feng his brother, which ant she would have to call Jiang Feng uncle in the future?
No matter how thick-skinned she was, she couldn't accept such a generational gap.
"Grandpa, this doesn't seem right," Chu Qingqing said.
Chu Tianxiong was taken aback, realizing the issue, and laughed awkwardly, "No problem, no problem. We'll call each other what we want, and you can call each other what you want. We won't interfere with each other."
Jiang Feng also felt a bit awkward and looked at Chu Qingqing apologetically, thinking, "You can't bla for this; it's all your grandfather's idea. If you want to bla soone, bla him."
Chu Qingqing had no choice but to accept the reality.
"By the way, Brother Jiang, what about the Gathering Spirit Array on the Nine Heavens Pendant Zither?" Chu Tianxiong finally couldn't help but bring up the main issue.
Jiang Feng smiled slightly, knowing he would ntion it.
"Today is not possible. It's already late, and it will take a few hours to repair, assuming everything goes smoothly," Jiang Feng said.
"That's really unfortunate. When will you be available, Brother Jiang? I'll send soone to pick you up," Chu Tianxiong said, slightly disappointed.
"How about this Friday afternoon after school? Let Chu Qingqing co find ," Jiang Feng suggested.
"Alright, it's settled then. We'll be waiting for you, Brother Jiang," Chu Tianxiong said happily.
"Big brother, you're too polite," Jiang Feng said.
"Haha, once the Gathering Spirit Array is repaired, I'll make sure to thank you properly, Brother Jiang," Chu Tianxiong said.
Jiang Feng didn't refuse, just smiled.
With that settled, Chu Tianxiong and Chu Qingqing said their goodbyes and left in a stretch Lincoln.
"Qinghe, let's go. I'll take you ho," Jiang Feng said.
"Alright, thank you," Xia Qinghe said. Given the ti, she had no choice but to let Jiang Feng give her a ride.
"Please," Jiang Feng opened the car door for Xia Qinghe like a gentleman.
Xia Qinghe lived in an apartnt near the school, a place specially prepared for teachers. The community environnt was excellent and well-liked by many teachers.
When they arrived downstairs, Xia Qinghe said, "Do you want to co up for a bit?"
Jiang Feng smiled, "It's late. You should go up and rest. I don't want to disturb you."
"Then... be careful on your way back," Xia Qinghe hesitated but didn't insist on Jiang Feng staying.
After all, it was late, and it wouldn't be appropriate for a man and a woman to be alone together, especially given their teacher-student relationship. It could lead to rumors.
"Alright, see you," Jiang Feng said goodbye.
"See you," Xia Qinghe smiled sweetly.
Jiang Feng drove away, and Xia Qinghe stood in the hallway for a mont before turning and going back to her apartnt.
...
When Jiang Feng returned to Cheng Shaoqing's place, she was still awake, sitting on the sofa watching TV.
Seeing Jiang Feng return, Cheng Shaoqing quickly got up and said, "You're back so late?"
"Yeah, sothing ca up. Why aren't you asleep yet?" Jiang Feng asked.
"I couldn't sleep, so I ca down to watch TV," Cheng Shaoqing said.
Jiang Feng noticed her eyes were avoiding his, so he asked, "Were you waiting for ?"
Cheng Shaoqing blushed, "No, I just made too much dinner and saved so for you. I didn't know if you'd want to eat."
Jiang Feng was taken aback. It seed Cheng Shaoqing was really waiting for him, which touched him a little.
At least soone cared about him now.
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When he lived at his aunt's house, he never received such treatnt. If he ca back late, no one would wait for him. He'd be lucky if they didn't scold him.
His aunt would occasionally wait for him, but she didn't dare to do it openly and always did it secretly.
Cheng Shaoqing's actions today stirred sothing deep inside him, creating a ripple in his heart.
"I'll eat. I want to taste your cooking," Jiang Feng said imdiately.
Even if he wasn't hungry, he would eat. He couldn't refuse such kindness.
"Alright, I'll get it for you," Cheng Shaoqing quickly went to the kitchen.
Soon, she brought out a bowl of porridge and a small dish of side vegetables and placed them on the dining table.
Jiang Feng rubbed his hands together, eager to try.
Seeing him like this, Cheng Shaoqing laughed, "Go ahead, try it."
Jiang Feng picked up the bowl of porridge and looked at it. It was silver ear and lotus seed porridge, a delicacy that looked delicious.
Slurp!
Jiang Feng took a big gulp.
"Mm, delicious, smooth and fragrant," Jiang Feng praised.
"As long as you like it, drink up," Cheng Shaoqing said happily, clearly pleased with Jiang Feng's complint.
The side dish was a simple one, scallion tofu.
"Wow, how did you know this is my favorite dish?" Jiang Feng said in surprise.
He wasn't lying; he really loved scallion tofu, and it was especially delicious.
Since entering the Immortal Realm, he hadn't had it because there was no tofu there.
He had tried to use other ingredients to make tofu but failed, so he gave up.
"You like this dish too? It's my favorite side dish," Cheng Shaoqing said happily.
She rarely t soone with the sa taste as hers.
Most girls didn't like scallions, saying it was unrefined and caused bad breath.
But Cheng Shaoqing didn't care about such things and still loved this dish, often making it herself and becoming quite skilled at it.
"Yes, I think it's the best dish in the world. Whether with wine or rice, it's perfect," Jiang Feng said.
"Haha, you think the sa as . Try it and see if it suits your taste," Cheng Shaoqing said expectantly.
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