"Alright, Brother Hua, just give me a moment."
The young man replied casually and immediately went to fetch the goods for Li Yang.
Then, the man invited Li Yang and Qian Long to the side and had someone pour them tea.
Qian Long picked up the teacup and was about to bring it to his lips, but Li Yang stopped him at the crucial moment: "Good disciple, it's best not to touch other people's tea before the deal is done."
"Master, is there a reason for this?" Qian Long asked, puzzled.
Logically, drinking tea is the most basic courtesy, isn't it?
Does drinking his tea mean they can't leave without buying anything today?
Li Yang shook his head slightly and smiled, "This isn't a rule, it's based on experience. We'll talk about it after we've seen the items."
"Oh, alright, I'll obey Master's orders." Qian Long didn't understand Li Yang's meaning, so he followed his command.
"Haha, this boss is truly courteous. It's just a cup of tea, there's no need to be so reserved. I, Jiang Hua, am not so stingy as to be unable to afford a cup of tea," Jiang Hua said with a laugh. He personally poured tea for Li Yang and Qian Long and invited them to drink.
Seeing how enthusiastic the boss was, and feeling a bit thirsty himself, Qian Long prepared to pick up the teacup again.
Li Yang glanced back at him and said, "If you drink this tea, you really won't be able to leave today."
"What?"
Seeing Li Yang's serious expression, Qian Long asked in confusion, "Master, what do you mean by that? It's just a cup of tea, it can't be that serious, right?"
"If you don't believe me, then drink it. If you can't leave later, I won't be responsible," Li Yang said with a faint smile.
"This..."
Qian Long immediately lost his courage and put the teacup back down.
Seeing that they weren't drinking the tea, Jiang Hua didn't insist further. He said with a smile, "Since you two bosses aren't thirsty, I won't force you. Please sit here for a while, and I'll go supervise my subordinates in getting the goods."
"Alright, thank you for your trouble, boss," Li Yang replied politely.
Then Jiang Hua got up and left. Li Yang and Qian Long sat in their seats and waited patiently.
Qian Long leaned closer to Li Yang and asked in confusion, "Master, why do I feel like you're a bit resistant to that boss? Do you have a grudge against him?"
"No grudge. I'm just doing business with him, not making friends. Do I still have to smile at him? Besides, he's not sincerely trying to do business with us."
Li Yang gently patted Qian Long's shoulder and continued, "You came with me today, and it was the right decision. It's a good opportunity for you to witness the treachery of the antique world and to teach you a good lesson."
"Treachery? Are you saying that boss has a problem!"
Qian Long finally understood, but he hadn't noticed anything wrong with that fellow. Wasn't this a place that did business openly?
"Two bosses, we have brought the goods. You can go and inspect them to see if they meet your requirements."
The young man who had brought them over a while ago walked back and invited Li Yang and Qian Long.
"Okay, I understand," Li Yang replied casually and got up, leading Qian Long to inspect the goods.
When they arrived in front of these antiques, Qian Long was stunned!
Because what was displayed before them were all antiques that looked very exquisite and were clearly valuable.
His eyes sparkled as he looked at Li Yang and said, "Master, these goods look very high quality. Each piece is not much different from the decorative items in my home. If we buy these, they will surely sell for a high price."
"This boss has a good eye. These goods just arrived today, and each piece is guaranteed to be authentic, with reasonable prices. For this entire batch, if you give me fifty million, you can take it all," Jiang Hua walked over from a distance and interrupted Qian Long.
When Qian Long heard the price, he was even more astonished!
He quickly said to Li Yang, "Master, did you hear that? So many antiques, and only fifty million in total. We're going to make a fortune this time! If you don't have enough cash on you, I can advance it for you."
"I appreciate your kindness, but these items do not meet our requirements. All the antiques you see before you are fakes," Li Yang stated directly.
"What? Fakes?"
The joy on Qian Long's face instantly vanished, and he asked in shock, "No way? Are none of these real?"
"Two bosses, all these items are guaranteed to be authentic. You're saying my goods are fake right from the start, and you're boldly claiming they're all fake. Are you looking down on us? Or are you trying to deliberately slander us?"
Jiang Hua's expression changed drastically. Before Li Yang could speak, he immediately ordered his men to surround them.
Around them were men armed with weapons, looking fierce.
Jiang Hua led the way to Li Yang and the two of them, saying, "Either you apologize and buy all these items, or you leave your legs behind today."
"Hey, what do you mean? Even if we don't buy your stuff, what right do you have to attack us? Believe it or not, I'll report you to the police right now and have the authorities arrest you," Qian Long stepped forward to retort.
"Heh, report us? Do you have that chance? Before you can take out your phone, your hands will probably be gone."
Jiang Hua responded dismissively, his expression suddenly turning grim. "I'll give you one last chance. You'd better be sensible and hand over fifty million, then take these goods away."
"Otherwise, I guarantee neither of you will be able to leave here today."
"Hmph, such big talk! I've never been threatened by anyone in my life. You rascals, you don't know who I am, do you?"
"Let me tell you, my identity is such that if I wanted to destroy you, it would only take a single finger!"
Qian Long's face flushed with anger upon hearing their threat, and he glared at them menacingly.
However, Jiang Hua remained expressionless, staring at him. "Are you threatening me? I think you two won't shed tears until you see the coffin. If I don't show you my methods, you won't know who rules here."
As soon as he finished speaking, he ordered his subordinates to come forward and teach them a lesson.
Just then, Li Yang suddenly stopped him: "Esteemed Mr. Jiang, I didn't say I wouldn't buy them. I was just considering for a moment. Why must you resort to force?"
"How about this, these goods indeed do not meet my requirements. I believe everyone present knows better than anyone else about their authenticity. However, even if they are fake, I will take them today. A mere fifty million worth of goods is nothing to us."
"You're still sensible. Since that's the case, then pay up!" Jiang Hua sneered, thinking the young man was somewhat understanding of the rules, and waved his hand for his subordinates to stand down.