Zhang Weihong, although a newcomer to the jade industry, had in fact established quite a good reputation.
Responsible, straightforward, generous, and... understanding, without being overbearing.
Even when she turned someone down, she did so in a way that spared feelings—she wasn't incapable of being tough, but she never resorted to such tactics in negotiations, always aiming to part on good terms even if the deal fell through.
Of course, things like "Sister Hong's plane ticket" were not unknown, but what of it? Although jade was touted as possessing the virtues of gentlemen, the industry was never a place for gentlemen to dabble in, being fraught with too much bloodshed.
That being so, when the middle-aged man spoke in such a manner, it was essentially an ultimatum for Zhang Weihong: If you don't agree, then there's no point in talking further.
Based on his experience, the other party would surely give in a little, allowing both sides to save face and continue the negotiation.
