"Money, Master Qian?"
The second-generation rich kid who opened the door immediately recognized the person before him as Qian Long, the young master of the Qian family, the foremost of the eight great families in the capital.
He was filled with confusion. Why would Master Qian come here? Was he invited by Master Kang?
All the second-generation rich kids simultaneously looked at Master Kang, but Master Kang was equally bewildered. After a moment, he reacted, a hint of joy appearing on his face as he walked towards the door.
Master Kang's attitude was completely different from his previous arrogance. Although he was also a young master from one of the eight great families in the capital, his family's strength was several levels below the Qian family.
Upon seeing Qian Long, he became as humble as the other rich second-generation kids were towards Qian Long.
"Master Qian, how come you have time to visit Tianjiang? And you came all the way here to drink with me? You didn't even call ahead to let me know, so I could personally pick you up," Master Kang said humbly.
"What are you?"
Qian Long did not recognize Master Kang. Clearly, he did not associate with Master Kang's circle, and Qian Long certainly wouldn't consider someone like him significant.
"My name is Kang Wei. I'm the young master of the Kang family in the capital. We met at an antique forum before, and I even greeted you," Kang Wei said self-consciously.
"Kang Wei? I seem to have some impression. I didn't expect you to be drinking here too?"
Qian Long looked him up and down dismissively, his gaze quickly shifting to other parts of the private room.
He soon saw Li Yang standing in the distance, his face instantly lighting up with joy. Disregarding Kang Wei, he walked respectfully to Li Yang and bowed deeply, saying, "Mr. Li, you are indeed here. You've made me search quite a bit."
"You're looking for me? Is there something?" Li Yang asked expressionlessly.
Seeing their interaction, everyone else present was stunned!
How could Master Qian be so respectful to this kid? Was this a hallucination?
Even Kang Wei found it incredible. He quickly rubbed his eyes, slapped himself, and looked again, only to find Qian Long still respectfully addressing Li Yang.
His heart was filled with confusion. What was going on? Was this kid fooling Master Qian?
With this thought, he immediately rushed angrily towards Li Yang, interrupting Li Yang's words, and pointed at him furiously, saying, "Li Yang, how dare you stand and talk to Master Qian without kneeling and paying your respects? Do you think you're worthy?"
"Do you think I'm worthy?" Li Yang retorted dismissively, looking at him.
Qian Long seemed to sense something. His expression suddenly turned cold. He turned back, slapped Kang Wei across the face, knocking him to the ground, and angrily rebuked, "What the hell are you, to dare disrespect Mr. Li?"
"Master Qian, I'm doing this for your own good. You must have been deceived by this kid. This kid is just a nobody. Your status is noble and unparalleled. How can he be worthy of you treating him with such respect?" Kang Wei explained aggrievedly, lying on the ground.
"Mr. Li is my esteemed guest, Qian Long. You dare to slander him, you're asking for death!"
Qian Long's anger surged. He turned back and ordered his subordinates, "You few, slap him hard and let him know the consequences of offending Mr. Li."
"Yes, Young Master."
Two of Master Qian's subordinates stepped forward fiercely, grabbed Kang Wei's clothes, and slapped him hard.
Kang Wei was beaten until his face was bruised and swollen, quickly resembling a pig's head.
Seeing the situation turn unfavorable, the other second-generation rich kids who followed him quickly and consciously ran behind Master Qian, instantly switching their allegiance.
Qian Long glanced back at them, snorted, and said, "You are quite sensible. Did you not offend Mr. Li?"
"No, no, we have always respected Mr. Li. How could we offend Mr. Li?"
"Yes, Mr. Li is our most admired idol. We are on the same side as you, Master Qian."
The second-generation rich kids changed their tune faster than one another, obsequiously flattering Li Yang.
Seeing their eagerness, Master Qian did not trouble them further. Instead, he walked back to Li Yang and got down to business, saying, "Mr. Li, I came to see you today to ask you to help me cure my illness."
"You were absolutely right before. My body really can't last three more days. Since you can diagnose my condition, you must have a way to treat it, right?"
"You've already been diagnosed?"
Li Yang did not expect his illness to manifest so quickly; it was somewhat beyond his expectations.
"That's right. Mr. Li, as long as you are willing to save me, I can agree to all your conditions and am willing to serve you for life," Qian Long said respectfully to Li Yang.
"Your illness is not difficult to treat, but I haven't seen your sincerity yet. You should prepare your sincerity and then come to me again," Li Yang refused directly.
"Sincerity?"
Qian Long was stunned for a moment, then quickly reacted, smiling and saying, "Mr. Li, why would I come to you without sincerity? It's just in the car. I'll have them go get it."
After speaking, he turned and ordered his subordinates, "What are you standing around for? Go and get the gifts I brought for Mr. Li."
"Yes, Master Qian."
A subordinate agreed and respectfully exited the private room. After a short while, he walked back in carrying a jade sculpture.
He carefully placed the sculpture on the table. Under the light of the private room, the sculpture appeared exceptionally dazzling.
This jade sculpture was crafted from pure ice-type imperial green jade, inlaid with one hundred and eight diamonds, each of which was priceless.
The sculpture was shaped like a large cabbage, with the diamonds adorning it like the crystal points of the cabbage, making it exceptionally luxurious.
Everyone present was shocked to see this treasure!
This was a treasure only found in heaven; in the mortal world, no one had ever seen such a luxurious jade sculpture.
Qian Long smiled and said to Li Yang, "Mr. Li, this jade cabbage is a unique treasure in the world, and it is also the Qian family's heirloom treasure. Today, to ask you to help me cure my illness, I have specially presented it to you. Please accept it."
"This thing is indeed worth a lot. You didn't steal it from your family to give to me, did you?" Li Yang questioned.
This sculpture was worth at least one to two hundred million. Anyone who took it back would be qualified to consider it an heirloom treasure.
Such a precious item, Qian Long was giving it away so casually. He must have at least gotten his family's permission. Otherwise, Li Yang wouldn't have the patience to deal with the subsequent troubles.
"Mr. Li, rest assured. My father agreed to this. I am my father's only son. If something happens to me, the Qian family will have no successor. My father, to save me, let alone this heirloom treasure, even if Mr. Li wants more, our Qian family has it and will not be stingy at all."
"If Mr. Li cures me, I can also give Mr. Li several gambling stone shops as a token of my gratitude," Qian Long continued respectfully.
"Seeing as you have such sincerity, I will save your life today."
Li Yang saw that he was not joking and agreed, pointing to a jade pendant on him and saying, "Your illness all comes from that jade pendant!"
"That is an extremely evil jade, containing malevolent energy gathered from Yin spirits. Its destructive power is astonishing. You have insufficient Yang energy yourself, making it even harder to suppress the malevolent energy within, leading to your body being invaded by the evil energy. You are now on the brink of death."