Liu Rumei was also extremely excited.
She had seen large sums of money before, but never had she witnessed such a staggering rate of return!
Having invested just 4 million, the price had skyrocketed to 60 million in less than an hour, surpassing the returns of the capital market by over tenfold!
What's more, this was tangible wealth, not just numbers on a screen.
"Let's sell it! We'll celebrate once it's sold!" Liu Rumei exclaimed eagerly.
Lin Beifan remained composed. "Don't worry," he assured her.
His earlier wish was for the stone's price to soar twentyfold. With the current bid at 60 million, there was still potential for it to rise by another 20 million.
Just then, a voice rang out from the distance.
"I'll offer 80 million!"
Everyone was stunned.
Turning their heads, they saw an elderly man in a traditional Tang suit making his way over, leaning on a walking stick. Despite his gray hair, he exuded an air of dignity.
Beside him was a young man in his twenties, attentively accompanying him.
As soon as people noticed him, they respectfully stepped aside, their expressions showing reverence.
"Huang Lao! Huang Lao, you're here!"
"Old Huang, what brings you here today?"
"Old Huang!"
Looks quite prestigious.
Lin Beifan also recognized this person; it was Jinbai, a local jeweler from Mohai.
Their family has been operating in gold and silver jewelry for generations, especially in jade gold, and has been very successful. They have opened hundreds of stores across the country, with a history spanning hundreds of years.
The elderly Jinbai in front of him was the third generation of their family. He was known for being low-key, kind, and generous, and held considerable prestige in Mohai City. Even Lin Beifan's father held him in high regard.
"Old Huang, hello," Lin Beifan greeted politely.
By this time, Huang Lao had already approached. He furrowed his brows slightly as he examined Lin Beifan. "You look somewhat familiar," he remarked.
"My father is Lin Nanshan, and I am his son Lin Beifan," Lin Beifan explained.
Huang Lao suddenly chuckled. "Ah, now I see! No wonder you looked like an old friend of mine! Is your father doing well?" he inquired.
"He is in good health and is currently conducting business abroad," Lin Beifan replied.
"It's good to hear he's healthy; it's the greatest wealth in life," Huang Lao remarked with a smile before turning his attention to the jade stone being cut, examining it closely.
His voice trembled slightly as he spoke, "This is a remarkable stone! I haven't seen such a fine specimen in many years! It's suitable for carving into a Buddha statue! Originally, this stone was valued at 80 million. Since you are the son of an old friend, I will add another 10 million for this stone!"
The scene erupted into exclamations once more.
"An additional 10 million? This price is extraordinary!"
"90 million is quite high! This jadeite stone is only worth 80 million at most!"
"Didn't you hear? Elder Huang is clearly showing favor to the younger generation!"
"A single stone fetching 90 million, I'm green with envy!"
Ye Xingchen, the protagonist who had remained silent, darkened once again.
"No, 80 million is sufficient," Lin Beifan quickly interjected.
"It's alright! Consider it a gift from me, old man! Just give me the money, and I'll take this stone away, haha!"
Mr. Huang's generosity was refreshing.
His young companion swiftly requested the account number from the other party and proceeded with the payment. In no time, the sound of the bank notification rang out, leaving Liu Rumei feeling as if she were in a dream.
"I... Is this real?"
Lin Beifan retorted with a hint of irritation, "Of course it's real. We invested 4 million today, but we've gained 90 million in return! That's a profit of 20 times!"
"Hmm!" Liu Rumei nodded excitedly.
"Mei Niang, can we discuss something?"
"What's on your mind?"
"You grant me some additional authority over the funds. I want to buy another stone to experiment with," Lin Beifan said, rubbing his hands eagerly.
It turned out that Liu Rumei had been firmly against it.
But now, with such significant earnings, it seemed like a time to relax.
"Yes, but no more than 10 million!"
"What a delightful girl!"
Lin Beifan resumed selecting stones.
Observing the protagonist Ye Xingchen, who appeared dejected, Lin Beifan gestured to him, "Brother Ye, come over here!"
Ye Xingchen snapped out of his regret and sorrow, "President Lin, what is it?"
Lin Beifan enthusiastically patted Ye Xingchen on the shoulder, "Brother Ye, I owe today's success to you! If it weren't for your suggestion, I wouldn't have ventured into gambling, let alone made this fortune!"
Ye Xingchen felt a pang in his heart!
Indeed, without his suggestion, the other party wouldn't have made 90 million so quickly!
He felt the urge to slap himself a few times!
Why did he have to talk so much?
Why did he have to be so foolish?
Lin Beifan continued, "So, for the next stone, how about you help me choose?"
"I... help you choose?" Ye Xingchen was stunned.