As soon as the host announced the start of the competition, everyone rushed over. There was a limit to the number of stones. If they went early, there would be no good stuff left.
Su Meng watched as everyone fought over the stones. She stood at the back and did not move. She just watched them quietly.
Everyone present thought that the reason why Su Meng did not fight over the stones was because she, as a woman, could not compete with other men. Sheng Qiu also thought so and was anxious for Su Meng in his seat.
After a short while, everyone took the stones that they thought were of good quality and returned to their original positions.
A handsome man walked up to Su Meng with a stone the size of a fist and asked with concern, "Do you need my help?"
"Thank you, but there's no need." Su Meng refused with a smile. Then, she walked to the pile of stones and didn't make a move.
