By the time they reached the Xu Liu Group Jade Store, Xu Hao and the others had gotten out of the car.
Xu Hao had given a heads-up in advance, so the clerks all pretended not to recognize him.
When the Receptionist saw that the Chairman's husband had arrived, though she was surprised that the woman accompanying him wasn't the Chairman, she didn't dare to ask too much. She promptly bowed slightly and said, "Welcome, may I know what this gentleman and this beautiful lady would like to purchase? Our store has a complete variety of jade artifacts, and the artfully carved pieces are a sight to behold, everything you could possibly want..."
Gu Yi stepped forward from behind, cutting her off, and loudly said, "Boss, bring out the most expensive jade jewelry in your store! Remember, I want only the most expensive!"
His shouting immediately drew the attention of everyone in the store.
After all, this store was the flagship of the Xu Liu Group's jade line, and it was quite large; at that moment, there were hundreds of people shopping inside. They all turned to look curiously when they heard someone yell so arrogantly.
Someone recognized Qin Yao at a glance and exclaimed, "Isn't that Ms. Qin Yao, the Chairman of the Qin Corporation? Why is she walking so closely with a man?"
"Don't know, but I'm even more curious to know who this guy yelling about wanting the most expensive jade is?"
"You don't know him? That's Chairman Gu of Wangsheng Real Estate, the Gu Yi."
"I remember now. Wangsheng Real Estate is a major real estate firm with a total assets worth several billion. It makes sense now, only he would have the guts to say something so bold. The most expensive jade jewelry in this store must be worth several hundred thousand at least, right?"
"Several hundred thousand? That's nothing! It's got to be at least several hundred thousand!"
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People chattered and gave various comments, but no one recognized Xu Hao, who wasn't famous before, and was now only somewhat well-known in the upper echelons of Jing'an and Huadu.
The store owner, hearing Gu Yi's demand, immediately realized that the big client the Chairman's husband had mentioned had arrived.
He cautiously walked to the display and pointed to a jade bracelet, saying, "This jade bracelet was crafted by Master Gu Junyi, a famous sculptor from Huaya. It's considered one of his peak pieces and is priced at ten million!"
Xu Hao exaggeratedly said, "Wow, ten million? Are you trying to rob us!"
The store owner chuckled internally, thinking the Chairman's husband really was a character, but he dared not say it out loud. Instead, he said, "Sir, just the name Gu Junyi alone is worth that price!"
Gu Yi was also shocked, a jade carving selling for ten million was indeed a ridiculous markup.
But then he looked at the beautiful Qin Yao, gritted his teeth, and coldly said, "Kid, are you scared by a mere ten million? If you can't afford it, don't pretend to be rich, and get out of my way!"
Unexpectedly, Xu Hao stammered, "I... I... I'll offer... twenty million!"
When people heard Xu Hao nervously garble his words, they were all ready to ridicule him, especially the males, who were enraged by the apparently close relationship between Xu Hao and Qin Yao.
However, when Xu Hao suddenly named his price, he stunned everyone.
Are you kidding? He's willing to spend twenty million on just a bracelet?
Gu Yi was taken aback as well; he immediately roared, "Kid, have you gone mad? Why would you offer twenty million?!"
Xu Hao acted very weak, trembling as he said, "I... I just realized I have twenty million here, and to make Xiao Yao happy, I'm ready to spend it all."
Gu Yi sneered upon hearing this, "Impressive! Chasing a woman and even betting all your assets, if that's the case, then I——"
He deliberately dragged out his words, while Xu Hao "very cooperatively" gave an expectant look, as if wondering if Gu Yi would give up the competition.
Then, Gu Yi hehe chuckled and said, "I'll bid thirty million!"
Thirty million for a bracelet!
And what was eye-opening to everyone was seeing someone complaining that the product was priced too low and insisting on paying more.
Xu Hao looked troubled, rummaging in his pocket; everyone thought he probably had run out of money.
Yet, Qin Yao barely suppressed a smile, finding Xu Hao incredibly amusing. His acting skills could outshine many popular young stars, deserving of an Oscar.
Xu Hao fumbled for a while, as Gu Yi impatiently said, "Kid, are you daring to keep bidding or not? If not, get out of here now!"
Xu Hao ignored him and suddenly pulled out a bank card from his pocket, overjoyed, "Found it! I still have twenty million here! For Xiao Yao, I bid forty million!"
Gu Yi was instantly dumbfounded; hadn't this kid just run out of money?
How did he suddenly have more money?
Gu Yi grumbled, "Take out your other bank card too; I suspect you don't have the money and are just causing a stir here!"
Xu Hao slowly took out a dirty bank card, placing it carefully on the table.