Chapter 863
Nikki frowned, “What do you mean? You’re not selling it directly to us?”
“Recently, I’ve received many inquiries about the Jade Maiden Scripture. I was in a difficult position and was unable to make a decision.
“That was why I gathered everyone here to discuss the price collectively. It would be fairer this way,” Samuel explained.
“Fair?”
Dustin shook his head with a smile. “Mr. Franklin, you have a gift for words. You’re raising the price without reason yet making it sound sophisticated.”
Gathering all the buyers to discuss the price collectively was an obvious attempt to start a bidding war. That way, the price of the Jade Maiden Scripture would surge dramatically. It was a cunning strategy indeed.
“You flatter me, mister. I’m a humble merchant who hopes to earn a little extra profit.”
Samuel continued to smile even when his plan was exposed. He was good at maintaining his composure.
“Hmph! I hate people like you the most” Nikki looked at him contemptuously.
Why couldn’t he just name a price? Those who could afford it would pay, while those who couldn’t could just leave.
It would have been a much simpler approach. It was such a waste of time to resort to such
ways.
While they were enjoying their tea, the private room door swung open again. Then, a man with a golden mask entered with confident strides.
“It seems like another esteemed guest has arrived. Please, take a seat.” Samuel remained hospitable and stood up to welcome him.
The man in the golden mask nodded. He was about to sit down when he noticed Dustin.
Instantly, he took a few steps backward and exclaimed in shock, “You… What are you doing here?”
“Do I know you?” Dustin asked with doubt.
The man in the golden mask gulped and realized he had lost his cool.
He put on a calm front and said impassively, “My apologies. I mistook you for someone else just now.”
“The heck? You scared me!” Nikki was upset.
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