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Chapter 679: Chapter 679: Can’t Afford It
"Forty million, I can raise the bet!" Baldy immediately spoke up.
Bai Xiao turned around; were these two trying to take advantage of the situation?
With a stroke of his bald head and a covetous smile, Baldy said, "I have confidence in you."
Shao Ming immediately said, "Mr. Liu is a famed name in the gambling world. Surely we can’t bet on even terms with you; wouldn’t that tarnish your reputation? We can’t afford to do business at a loss."
Liu Chuanfeng snorted, "Even without your provocation, I was certain it wouldn’t be one-to-one odds. If I lose, I’ll pay out at five-to-one to you, but if I win, I’ll take your forty million." Liu Chuanfeng was a leader in his own right, possessing that bit of boldness.
Over the years, he had climbed his way to the top of this industry, certainly owing it to his special talent in geological exploration, and his keen intuition. Combining these assets, despite his relatively short few years in the stone gambling circle, the amount of money he had made was substantial—a case of minimal investment, massive returns, and overnight wealth. The phrase ’struck it rich’ aptly described him.
Everyone erupted in discussion at this, their eyes glued to the scene.
This time, they were in for a grand spectacle, all eager with anticipation. Which of these stone gamblers didn’t have some level of expertise, and which of them hadn’t participated in such bets?
Whenever these tycoons had grudges or vendettas, they settled them here by betting on a stone.
"Alright, you have half an hour. Everyone examine the stones and then we’ll see the outcome at the stone gambling area," declared Liu Chuanfeng, already confident. He had been checking out the stones since his arrival, and though he hadn’t covered all grounds, he was nearly sure of his choices.
Choosing a high-value stone for himself was not an issue; it was just a matter of whether he could afford it.
Bai Xiao nodded, "Alright then."
Tugging Shang Kaiwen along, Liu Chuanfeng headed towards the stone he had already set his eyes on.
This was a piece of Black Wusha from the Houjiang Field Mouth, shaped like a monkey hunched over, weighing about forty kilograms, with a pale white python belt featuring a dark green patch. Anyone with common sense knew that the Houjiang Field typically produced small items; large pieces of Black Wusha like this were rare, and the texture was definitely not ordinary—if the python belt included pine flower patterns, it could hide a glass-type brilliant green jade inside!
Such stones were treasures—rare finds in the stone gambling world—and Liu Chuanfeng, along with quite a few others, were coveting this one intensely.
He was known for his steadiness, but this stone exuded such an aura of spirit, it was like a powerful lure that made his heart race. For a gambler, a stone that could yield a once-in-a-lifetime jewel was worth dying for.
Bai Xiao’s languid voice floated from behind him, "So this is the stone you’ve chosen? Doesn’t look like much to me!" Her hand was already leisurely placed on it, gently caressing the surface. Putting on an act, she stretched out her hand, and immediately Shao Ming handed her a magnifying glass and flashlight.
Liu Chuanfeng smirked, dismissing her as nothing but a clown. To the discerning eye, her actions were clearly for show. He didn’t believe she could spot anything noteworthy to be so brazen about it.
"This stone, you can’t afford it. It’s a premium piece, don’t waste your effort!" He would think twice about such an item, let alone others.
Why else hadn’t the heavy-hitters present made their move?
Simply because the stone was too expensive.
Ordinary people couldn’t handle it.
"Isn’t it priced by the kilogram? How can you say I can’t afford it?" Bai Xiao retorted.
Her words drew laughter from everyone. n𝚘𝚟𝚙𝚞𝚋.𝚌o𝚖
"You truly can’t afford it; this piece is at least forty million, and that’s not counting any premium added by those interested, to the highest bidder."
