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It was not enough just to talk about it, but with so many people present, it was impossible to have a fight. How could a quarrel here be as good as a slap in the face later?
He Yuanqi sneered inwardly and shook his sleeve before leaving, “Wait and see!”
There was no way Qi Wenhai could be afraid of this person’s harsh words, so he grinned and mocked back, “Don’t fall too fast, or we will have no room to show off!”
Xie Tingyue pulled Qi Wenhai away and walked to a slightly remote corner.
The protagonist left the scene, and there was no more excitement to watch. Everyone dispersed in unison, calling on friends and continuing to chat and show off. The courtesies started flowing again, and the atmosphere returned to its previous state.
Qi Wenhai was very puzzled by his friend’s behavior, until he was reminded by Xie Tingyue to pay attention to the servant boy behind him——
“Sister! Why did you come!”
What kind of servant boy was this? It was Qi Yingfei, his Younger Sister who changed into a man’s clothes and followed him in!
Qi Wenhai was truly shocked.
The little girl lowered her eyes, glanced at her silly brother, and bowed to Xie Tingyue, “The Qi family’s Ninth child, Qi Yingfei, has seen Master Xie.”
Her manners were gentle and courteous, without any mistakes.
Xie Tingyue bowed in return.
Qi Yingfei then turned to her Brother with a faint expression and said, “Don’t worry, Brother. I won’t harm you.”
“What nonsense are you talking about? What can you possibly do?” Sensing that his tone was not good, Qi Wenhai lowered his voice and tried to be as gentle as possible, “I know you’re worried. As a kid, don’t think so much, be good —-”
Qi Yingfei looked at Qi Wenhai for a long time, “I have to solve my own problems on my own.”
“What do you want to do?” Qi Wenhai pinched his eyebrows and rubbed his Sister’s head. “No matter what you’re thinking, stop immediately. I am there to deal with things outside.”
The little girl neither said yes or no, just continued to calmly look to one side with a stubborn expression on her eyebrows.
No need to think at all, Xie Tingyue understood that there was something wrong with Qi Yingfei.
The Young Miss was not tall enough, about eleven or twelve years old, with green eyes. At a young age, one could already see that she’s very beautiful. Her eyebrows slightly raised, with a heroic aura that was different from that of an ordinary woman. She should have been full of energy, burning like a flower, but her slanted eyes were separated by a layer of deep depression, and her whole person was quiet, without any vitality.
What happened to a young girl of just age, in her prime of life, and how did she become like this?
Xie Tingyue’s eyebrows and eyes sank slightly.
Qi Wenhai couldn’t do anything to his Younger Sister, she had already entered the garden so he had no choice but to take her with him. It was difficult to send her out, and he was also afraid that if he didn’t watch her with his own eyes, she might cause other trouble. So he simply took her by his side, “Then you should be good, you understand?”
He stretched out his finger, obviously wanting to scratch his Sister’s nose, but paused and withdrew it.
The little girl didn’t seem to notice, and she quietly took a few steps back to the servant’s position.
Qi Wenhai sighed and turned around, giving Xie Tingyue a look: Brother, please help to keep eyes on her later.
Xie Tingyue nodded.
The little girl’s appearance was unusual, it would be best if nothing happened.
Before his thoughts could turn back, there was once again a commotion ahead, and Qu Qi had arrived.
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Both Jishi Hall and Qu Qi himself were sought after by people and he was quickly surrounded and greeted.
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If there was no glaring scar from his right eyebrow to the forehead, it would be even better, and he would appear more friendly.
Xie Tingyue looked at the long scar and carefully examined Qu Qi. It turned out that he looked like this… he wasn’t that ugly, so why did he cover his face that time?
He was not familiar with Qu Qi, and the only intersection in his previous life was when he saved Qu Qi.
At that time, there was heavy rain and a landslide on the mountain. He found Qu Qi, who was seriously injured, at the foot of the mountain, wearing a mask and not speaking. The other party took out the jade plaque of Jishi Pavillion to show him, and only then did he dispel his doubts and carried him back to his place of residence to take care of him.
The man had a broken leg and was injured, unable to walk. He was extremely thin and too tall, not light at all and it took him a lot of effort to bring the person back. Qu Qi asked for a piece of paper, wrote to explain that he was injured, couldn’t speak, and couldn’t take off his mask. Xie Tingyue had not minded and took care of him for a few days.
Qu Qi said before he left that he wanted to repay him, but unfortunately he died before anyone came……
Looking back now, Xie Tingyue understood that wearing a mask and not wanting others to see his face should not only be because of an injury, but also that this person was probably doing something secret at the time.
But this had nothing to do with him, and the time was still far away and didn’t require a reminder now. The most important thing at hand was——
“Is there an auction of medicinal herbs this time?” He turned to ask Qi Wenhai.
Most people in the industry gossip, and Qi Wenhai really knew this, “En, there’s Lan Ying Herb.”
Lan Ying Herb!
Xie Tingyue was stunned.
His fabric was called Indigo Cloth , with dark embroidered Lan Ying grass on it. It was once a hot commodity in his previous life, and those who didn’t know also had heard about it. This Lan Ying herb was a very special herb.
It would not cure diseases, but only poisons, and was very unconventional. When used on different people, its effects varied and its behavior were also different from most medicinal herbs. It preferred extremely hot places, had a blue color throughout, beautiful branches and leaves, and delicate fragrant flowers. However, it was rare in quantity and difficult to grow. Most physicians couldn’t figure out its patterns and simply did not use it, as there were many types of detoxifying drugs, so it was not necessary to have it.
In his previous life, he was too stupid. After the accident, he became even more confused and had no concern for the outside world. Many of them he heard about later. Could it be that before the appearance of Indigo Cloth, this Lan Ying herb also made some noise? What was the connection between the two?
“Huh? Why is Wu Shannan also here? I didn’t hear he was coming… He’s here, Boss Qu must be leaving immediately!” Qi Wenhai looked ahead, and indeed Qu Qi quickened his pace and walked into the Warm Pavilion. “What did I say?”
Xie Tingyue looked at the young man walking quickly and then at the corridor where Qu Qi was no longer there, “Wu Shannan?”
Qi Wenhai: “The Young Master of Renhe Hall is also engaged in the business of medicinal herbs.”
Xie Tingyue: “Are there any disagreements between the two families?”
Qi Wenhai: “Who knows? I haven’t heard of any major conflicts, but every time the two families encounter each other, the atmosphere is always particularly strange, probably because they are in the same business.”
If you were in the same industry, there would be competition. You don’t like me, I don’t like you. It’s normal.
“Let’s go in, don’t let the cold wind blow here.”
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Due to Qu Qi’s status, he entered the Warm Pavilion and went directly to the private room.
Next door, Qin Ping bowed and whispered to Chu Mu, “Master, Qu Qi from Jishi Hall has arrived, right to the East of us.”
Chu Mu lowered his eyes, unable to see the emotions in his eyes clearly, “Hmm.”
Qin Ping: “Wu Shannan from Renhe Hall has also arrived –the Lan Ying herb, I’m afraid we need to compete for more rounds of bidding.”
Chu Mu’s lips curved with a smile, indicating a profound meaning, “Just watch.”
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A Warm Pavilion was built in the garden, which was carefully prepared for this grand event. The separated hall was very large, and Xie Tingyue followed Qi Wenhai and sat near the front, providing a good view.
As expected, the previous comparison was really about financial resources.
Treasures and artifacts were brought to the stage one after another, and an auctioneer enthusiastically introduced each rarity on the stage, what’s good about it, what’s wonderful about it, and how much potential there was for appreciation… Usually, at such times, the big shots were very reserved, and no one would bid immediately. New and young merchants frequently performed, bidding, and engaging in disputes appropriately, which heated up the venue and also played a role in throwing bricks and attracting jade.
Of course, the items were quite good, such as agate bowls, painted wood carvings, pastel porcelain vases… Not to mention they were great value for money, winning the bid was definitely not a loss.
The exciting bidding performances of the big shots usually came in the second half, but today was different, something unexpected happened.
The quantity of Lan Ying Herb was extremely small, and rarity made it precious. However, due to its special properties, there were not many people who wanted it. Therefore, it was clear that it was something that could be used for the finale, but it appeared in the first half of the auction.
Qu Qi from Jishi Hall took action.
“100 taels.”
The starting price of the Chamber of Commerce was slightly higher than the market price, but not much higher.
Due to Qu Qi’s identity and status, no one would compete with him. At most, they would raise the price to make the other party buy with face but not too expensive.
“110 taels!”
“120 taels!”
“130 taels!”
Soon, the price rose to 180 taels, from Qu Qi. The bidding crowd stopped one after another and smiled at Qu Qi, with a clear meaning, Congratulations to Master Qu for getting the good medicine!
Qu Qi bowed his hand in tribute and received everyone’s favor.
In this harmonious atmosphere of ‘hello, thank you, thank you, everyone’, the auctioneer on the stage smiled and raised his hammer——
“300 taels!”
Suddenly, someone came forward and looked provocatively towards this side.
Everyone’s smiles froze on their faces, it was Renhe Hall’s Wu Shannan!
Yes, with Qu Qi’s identity, the points of conflict of interest were different. Everyone was happy to give him face, but some people might not — such as people in the same business or profession. Renhe Hall’s main territory was not in the Capital, so they wouldn’t be afraid of Qu Qi.
Qu Qi glanced lightly at the other party and continued to bid, “350 taels.”
“400 taels!”
“450 taels.”
“500 taels!”
Wu Shannan gritted his teeth fiercely, and refused to take a step back, as if he was determined to win. The number of bids increased and continued to rise, far exceeding the price of Lan Ying Herb itself.
There was an uproar in the venue.
Everyone was discussing in whispers with one another, what’s going on?
Lan Ying Herb was indeed rare and difficult to find on the market, but its efficacy was limited and it was truly a chicken rib. With this money, what rare herb could not be bought? Why do you have to force it? Snatching was not such a way to grab….
Was this herb the goal, or fighting for reputation was the goal?
People’s minds turned and began to gossip about the relationship between the two families.
Qi Wenhai also whispered to Xie Tingyue, “This Wu Shannan came here suddenly. I haven’t heard of him participating before. Do you think he’s so high-profile? Is he targeting Jishi Hall or Qu Qi, or the Lan Ying Herb itself?”
Xie Tingyue shook his head and felt… the atmosphere today was a bit strange. Unfortunately the information was limited, so he didn’t know why.
Qi Wenhai was puzzled, “Has there been a new feud?”
Everyone present looked solemn, except for Wu Shannan himself, with relaxed brows and bold expression.
The bidding price of Lan Ying Herb was still rising, far exceeding its actual value by many times. When it reached 800 taels, Qu Qi frowned slightly and stopped.
It should be rational, thinking it was not worth it.
As soon as he stopped, the scene suddenly became quiet, eerily quiet.
Knowing that he couldn’t possibly be in a good mood, no one dared to speak loudly
The auctioneer’s vest was soaked with sweat, and he smiled with difficulty as he prepared to drop the hammer: “Is there any increase in price? If not, it’s sold for 820—–”
“850 taels!”
He Yuanqi suddenly stood up, and sneered at Wu Shannan while loudly raising the price.
Wu Shannan narrowed his eyes slightly.
In the quiet place, He Yuanqi spoke loudly, “How can I, a businessman in the Capital, be bullied by outsiders?”
Everyone was stunned and understood.
Qu Qi was someone everyone wanted to curry favor with. He was a prominent figure in the Capital’s Chamber of Commerce. If he was trampled on like this, will he have a face? If everyone worked together to capture this Lan Ying Herb! If you couldn’t come up with the transaction price yourself, you could work together to find a way. If you could come up with it, you could bear the burden and give it to Qu Qi. That would be a huge favor!
In business, the financial statements on the account were just numbers, but favors were priceless, and the benefits they brought were also unlimited!
“880 taels!”
“900 taels!”
In an instant, half of the people joined in, and the bidding climax came ahead of schedule. The price kept skyrocketing, and those who didn’t know would think this bid was for some kind of a treasure, not two branches of medicinal herb!
So the question arose, should you follow this wave of enthusiasm?
Qi Wenhai’s face was serious as he looked at Xie Tingyue, “There’s no harm to get along well with Boss Qu. Should we take it?”
If they couldn’t get it, but He Yuanqi got it, the future… was most likely to be unfavourable .
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Will hubby make a bid??
Ahhh it’s getting so good, I can’t wait to see the confrontation between hubby & wife! Lmao his dreams 😂 I want to know what happened in the past so bad!
My second couple senses are tingling 👁️👁️