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This Bai Ziyu seemed to be only about twenty-two or three years old, but both her demeanor and the tone of her speech made Lin Ruonan feel certain that the other party had a significant background.
Although Lin Ruonan was not afraid of the other party, it was still best to avoid trouble if possible.
Now, her only worry was that Bai Ziyu would fall for Li Changlin, which would really not be good news for her.
It had taken a lot of effort for Li Changlin to break up with Xu Xin, and Lin Ruonan really did not want to encounter any more competitors.
With Li Changlin having become so handsome, Lin Ruonan felt even more pressure.
Of course, Li Changlin was unaware of Lin Ruonan’s thoughts.
Hearing her give such a reminder to himself, Li Changlin could not really object, so he could only nervously laugh and focus his attention on selecting the raw stones.
Having used another bottle of the liquid, Li Changlin saw no secrets at all in the raw stones on the ground.
Quickly, Li Changlin made a discovery, and his gaze immediately settled on a large raw stone block.
The reason it was called large was that this raw stone weighed at least two to three hundred pounds, truly a massive piece.
"According to the jade variety symptom analysis I just learned, the jade within this raw stone should be of the glutinous rice type. Although it only ranks third among all jades, it’s still a premium quality, two grades higher than that ’Fortune, Prosperity, and Longevity’," Li Changlin thought to himself and decided to choose this raw stone.
Even though the piece of jade inside the gargantuan raw stone was not big compared to it, based on the data analysis Li Changlin had just done, the price of the glutinous rice type jade was still very good. The piece of jade inside the stone should be valued at around five to six million, which was pretty decent for jade.
"A few guys, help me lift this raw stone out," Li Changlin called out. Even though two to three hundred pounds was not very heavy for him, under the watchful eyes of the public, he certainly wouldn’t foolishly show off his strength.
In such a situation, it’s best to rely on the workers of the raw stone store.
Standing beside the pile of raw stones were several men wearing uniforms emblazoned with the Jin Yang Raw Stones logo, who appeared to be the staff of the Jin Yang Raw Stones store.
"Hey, that guy actually wants to buy that raw stone!"
"Haha, someone wanted to buy it just now, but as soon as they heard the price, they immediately gave up. I bet this guy is just putting on airs!"
"I guess so too. Just look at the clothes on that kid; they’re market stall goods. You can tell at glance he’s not the wealthy type."
Li Changlin’s shout instantly drew everyone’s attention toward him.
Following the direction Li Changlin was pointing in, the crowd also saw the raw stone on the ground.
Instantly, many people’s faces showed hints of cold smiles and taunting expressions.
A young man who looked to be only twenty-two or three; he must have just graduated from school, right?
Just by looking at your outfit, one could tell you’re not the wealthy type. Could you afford a raw stone valued at over thirty?
No one believed in Li Changlin, so none of the staff standing by the pile of raw stones moved.
Seeing this, Li Changlin’s face immediately turned ugly.
"Li Changlin, that stone will cost at least two or three hundred thousand, just forget it!" Although Lin Ruonan knew Li Changlin had the money, she did not want him to waste it on such a gamble.
"Hey, workers from Jinyang Raw Stones Store, hurry up and come help me move this stone, didn’t you hear?" Hearing Lin Ruonan saying that the stone would cost about two or three hundred thousand, Li Changlin was even less willing to give up.
He immediately raised his voice and shouted again.
"Haha, is he trying to challenge us?"
"Wow, this guy seems angry."
"He’s obviously just a show-off; I’m sitting here waiting for what happens next."
"What happens next, my ass. I bet Jinyang Raw Stones’ owner definitely won’t deal with him!"
Li Changlin shouting so loudly immediately drew more whispers and discussions from the onlookers.
"Brother Changlin, everyone says this stone is really expensive." Zhong Jianping, who had been standing quietly at the side waiting for Li Changlin, heard the discussions around her very clearly. Worried that Li Changlin might not know the price of raw stones, she hurried over and said in a low voice.
"It’s okay, I know." Li Changlin waved his hand, about to continue calling for the workers from Jinyang Raw Stones Store, when finally one of them quickly approached, "Brother, are you buying this raw stone?"
"Yes, I thought you didn’t hear me!" Li Changlin nodded and said indifferently.
"Brother, do you know the price of this stone?" By now, the worker had reached Li Changlin’s side, glanced at the stone, and then said softly, "If you are just playing around, you should buy one of those smaller ones, the price of this one is really a bit steep."
This worker seemed to be new, and he looked to be about the same age as Li Changlin. Although the tone of his voice was somewhat difficult to accept, from the way he spoke softly to Li Changlin, it was evident that he was still considering Li Changlin’s pride.
Although Li Changlin was a bit flustered at first, he quickly recovered and said lightly, "Then tell me how much this stone is, do I pay first or after cutting it?"
"Raw stones are always paid for up front." The worker was stunned by Li Changlin’s question, thinking he really was a newbie. But since Li Changlin had asked for the price, there was no reason to hide it, "This raw stone is 300 thousand."
"Alright, 300 thousand it is. Call some people to help move this stone to the cutter, I’ll go pay now." Li Changlin had already known the rough price, so when the worker quoted 300 thousand, he was not surprised.
"Sir, are you really buying it?" The worker initially thought that after quoting a price of 300 thousand, Li Changlin would be shocked, yet Li Changlin was unfazed.
"Of course I’m buying, what, you think I’m joking with you?" Li Changlin gestured dismissively and turned to look at Lin Ruonan beside him, "Ruonan, keep an eye on it for me, I’m going to make the payment."
"Changlin, are you really buying this raw stone?" Lin Ruonan knew that Li Changlin could certainly afford it, but she was still surprised that he would spend 300 thousand on a piece of stone.
"Of course, if anything good comes out of it, I’ll give it to you as a gift." Li Changlin nodded again in confirmation and then walked toward Jinyang Raw Stones’ store.
"Come on, you guys, hurry up and help me with this stone." Seeing that Li Changlin was indeed intending to buy, the worker immediately waved and called over his colleagues.