After everything had been settled, Ji You was ready to log off, when suddenly she received a message from Cheng Yu. She was taken aback, wondering if the appraisal results had come out so quickly?
She clicked to accept the request.
Soon, the video connected, and the holographic screen displayed Cheng Yu’s counterfeit internet celebrity face.
Looking at that extraordinarily handsome face and thinking about Cheng Yu’s real-life reputation, Ji You felt a bit creeped out for a moment.
Cheng Yu’s face was filled with immense excitement as he stared at the masked Ji You, his eyes bright and shiny: "Master! I have already appraised the results for you, would you like to see them now?"
Ji You was slightly surprised: "So soon?"
Cheng Yu wished he could get closer to the Master, his face revealing an exceedingly sycophantic smile, saying, "Serving the Master, of course, requires my utmost effort."
Watching Cheng Yu’s sycophantic face, Ji You didn’t know why, but she always felt this face was extremely familiar. Then, she suddenly smacked her forehead: wasn’t this just like her own expression when she used to ask Teacher Mu Jianling for Candy Beans and curry favors?
No wonder it seemed so familiar.
Thinking that this was Cheng Yu, Ji You felt uncomfortable: if she were ever exposed, she didn’t know whether Cheng Yu would be mortified to death or if she herself would have nowhere to hide.
Must keep the disguise!
Absolutely must keep it!
Thus, Ji You straightened her face, speaking seriously: "Let’s talk business."
Speaking, he first sent the results to Ji You, then orally reported: "I have appraised all 7 Soul Devices, based on my analysis, their value is no less than 5 million each."
Ji You’s pupils narrowed, but to maintain her aloof Master image, she tried her best to act calm, saying lightly: "5 million?"
Cheng Yu’s tone was filled with unconcealable excitement, loudly saying: "Exactly! No less than 5 million! Because—these 7 Soul Devices are low-level, but they are already on the threshold between low-level and Middle-level. In other words, they are just a bit away from reaching the quality of a Mid-level Soul Device."
Here, Cheng Yu’s voice also contained a hint of regret, saying: "Just a bit away from being Mid-level Soul Devices."
Her tone still indifferent.
Seeing the Master still so composed, so nonchalant, Cheng Yu thought: That’s right! This is the Master! She created these Soul Devices with her own hands, how could she possibly not know the quality of the Soul Devices?
What he said was akin to brandishing a Big Saber in front of the Master, he better hurry up and focus on the main point. Cheng Yu tried to suppress his inner excitement, saying: "Master, there are two more Soul Devices, I suggest you price them at no less than 7 million each. Because, although these haven’t reached the standard of Mid-level Soul Devices, their internal structure is particularly stable, they can last for at least 5 years, and their effect on nurturing spiritual power also exceeds that of ordinary Soul Devices by more than 30%."
Upon hearing this, Ji You remained stoic on the outside, but inside, she was incredibly excited.
million each, two would be 14 million!
Ji You’s eyes almost lit up, but she still cleared her throat and said, "Oh, not bad."
Indeed—Master is a master for a reason! Only a true master could create soul devices that are both artistic and practical. Cheng Yu admires her so deeply that he’s practically prostrate in his mind. His mouth opens to voice his thoughts, but he hesitates...
Ji You asks, "What is it you want to say?"
Cheng Yu opens his mouth, hesitates for a moment, then suddenly gathers up his courage and says, "Master, as a professional bargain hunter and social media influencer, I consider myself quite strong in driving sales. If you trust me, you could hand these soul devices over to me, and I will help you sell them."
Ji You raises an eyebrow, "Hmm?"
Cheng Yu smiles slightly and says, "If I handle the sales, the prices might be about 10 to 20 percent higher than the market rate."
Of course, Cheng Yu isn’t entirely sure how much he could actually sell them for.
Moreover, it’s clear that the Master isn’t lacking money, and probably doesn’t care about the extra 10 to 20 percent profit. Cheng Yu wonders if she will agree or reject his proposal, feeling quite anxious inside...
Ji You takes a deep breath, "An increase of 10 to 20 percent?" Content originally comes from Novᴇl_Fire(.)net
Cheng Yu carefully replies, "That’s a conservative estimate."
Ji You, with a stern face, says, "Okay."
Cheng Yu was just preparing to say other lines to persuade the Master, when suddenly he hears that she has agreed. He almost jumps up in excitement but holds himself back, suppressing his joy, and says, "Master, you can rest assured, I will handle this well."
After thinking it through, Ji You asks, "If you help me with the sales, will the soul devices be kept at your place or at my shop?"
Cheng Yu immediately responds, "Of course, they’ll be at your shop, Master. I’ll just be a pure salesman, that’s all. Though—I hope you could grant me some sales permissions through the shop’s backend."
As soon as the words leave his mouth, Cheng Yu starts to worry.
His request will certainly be refused.
Actually, Cheng Yu had his own little scheme when making this request. If the Master agrees to store the soul devices at his place and let him help with the sales, it would seem like he has gained her trust. But this way, his connection with the Master remains one-sided. Whether he can contact the Master again is uncertain.
On the other hand, if he becomes a salesman at Qingyou Master’s shop, then he and the Master would have an actual employment relationship. Of course, he would be volunteering and not taking any salary. But—if the Master crafts new soul devices later, wouldn’t he be the first to know?
Wouldn’t he have the advantage of being close to resources?
Wouldn’t he have a perfect excuse to contact the Master?
Maybe, when the Master is free and in a good mood, perhaps she might even customize a soul device just for him?
In short, the benefits are just too many.
Cheng Yu almost wishes he could shake the Master’s elbow and plead for her to accept him as her modest salesman.
Thinking it over, Ji You nods and agrees, saying, "Okay."
Cheng Yu’s eyes widen, "Really?"
Cheng Yu can hardly believe his ears, and is so overwhelmed with joy that he almost bursts into tears, but manages to hold back to maintain his image.
Cheng Yu, mouth agape, excitedly stammers, "Ma... Master... you can be assured, Ah Da will work diligently for you. I will never cut corners or harm the interests of the shop."
Cheng Yu anxiously whispers, "Master... can we set it up now?"
Before, Ji You had considered hiring a salesperson for her little shop, but she was too poor to afford one. She hadn’t even bought a smart manager. Now, with labor readily available, why would she refuse?