"Yes!"
In response to Li Hu’s inquiry, Luofeng nodded but didn’t tell him that he had ordered a Patek Philippe watch worth 17 million. 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞
"Brother Luo Feng, you must be a VIP customer of Patek Philippe by now, right?"
"Are you looking to buy a Patek Philippe?" Luofeng asked in return.
In the past, Luofeng had indeed become a VIP customer of Patek Philippe because of his spending. However, this time, he had become a potential customer for Patek Philippe’s global elite selection.
"Yes, I want to get my hands on a popular Nautilus 5167. But the secondary market is just too much. It’s difficult even to get on the waitlist, let alone deal with bundling issues."
This model of watch instantly became super popular after it was worn by the CEO of a certain search engine. Its original official price was only 141,800. Now, without a purchase history at a Patek Philippe Store, it’s nearly impossible to get on the waitlist. As for the secondary market, if you add a few tens of thousands, they can virtually buy it for you instantly.
"So, you want the Navette, right?" Luofeng said with a smile.
"Exactly. Patek Philippe is too expensive; I can only afford the entry-level models," Li Hu said. "Brother Feng, the one you have, it should be the 5270R, right?"
Luofeng nodded and didn’t deny it.
"Wouldn’t that mean you could get the Perpetual Calendar series... that Nautilus model?" Li Hu was even more envious.
"Indeed, I got it. But you know how it is; I hadn’t even worn it before my old man took it. I was shaking like a leaf, not daring to utter a word!" Luofeng actually didn’t like that wristwatch, but it seemed many people did.
"Hahaha!" Li Hu also laughed. A small joke had brought the two closer.
"Let me ask for you," Luofeng said as he took out his phone.
He then dialed the phone number of Li Qiang, the General Manager of Patek Philippe in Capital City.
Although this person had not directly dealt with Luofeng before, his deputy manager had already forwarded Luofeng’s WeChat contact to him.
"Hello, Mr. Luo, congratulations! It seems you’ve become one of our store’s globally selected potential elite customers and have also acquired the qualification to purchase the 6002G!"
"However, it seems this matter is being handled by the Patek Philippe Store in Shanghai. Do you need me to contact them for you?" Li Qiang said politely, thinking that Luofeng had called to inquire about the 6002G.
"I’m sorry, I’ve already discussed this matter with the Shanghai side," Luofeng said. "This time, I’m inquiring about the 5167 Navette wristwatch. Is there any availability?"
"Haha, if it were anyone else, there certainly wouldn’t be availability. But since it’s Mr. Luo, we can offer you a spot with a wait time of six months at the earliest, and nine months at the latest," Li Qiang said politely.
"For such a hot item? No bundling required?" Luofeng asked.
"Mr. Luo, you’re too modest. Now that you’ve been upgraded to an SS customer at our store, you naturally don’t need bundling to purchase such a wristwatch!" Li Qiang said with a laugh.
"Then thank you, Manager Li. Next time I’m in Capital City, we’ll have a good talk. Please reserve this item for me, and contact me directly when it arrives," Luofeng said with a smile.
"Okay, I’ll have my team arrange it immediately, and we’ll get in touch with you once it arrives!"
"Thank you!"
After hanging up, Luofeng looked at an excited Li Hu. "It’s settled, but you’ll have to wait a bit."
"How long will it take, approximately?"
"Just six months, and no more than nine months at the most."
"Damn it!" Li Hu was astounded. "Brother Luo Feng, you are awesome!"
"Ha!" Luofeng just smiled.
"I’m bowing down to you, Brother Feng! How much did you even spend at Patek Philippe? This super VIP treatment is terrifying!" Li Hu exclaimed.
Li Hu continued, "The heat for the Navette is too high, especially for the rubber strap version. Typically, one needs to wait at least three years for a reservation. But you managed to secure it for me in just half a year! You must definitely be a core customer of Patek Philippe."
Luofeng didn’t explain much but shifted the topic instead. "Okay, that’s settled for you. You’re treating us to lunch at noon, so call Wang Gui. As a rich second generation like yourself, don’t think you can get away with just grilled meat over rice or BoBo chicken for us. Otherwise, I’ll post about you on the school’s network."
Wasn’t that where Luofeng had eaten just last night? Truth be told, the food was really good.
Not suitable? Does that mean it’s a sports car? A two-seater?
"I need to work hard, go to the library every day, so my descendants can be this awesome too!" Wang Gui exclaimed.
"Wang Gui, are you sure you’re only going to the library for the books?" Luofeng teased.
Wang Gui immediately became embarrassed. He wasn’t just going to look at the pretty girls; he was also hoping to find a girlfriend there.
Soon, the three of them took a cab to the Guojin Center.
Luofeng had just dined at the "Ming" Japanese restaurant the day before, so he knew the place well.
"I feel like I’ve been played!" Li Hu realized Luofeng had been here before as soon as he saw how Luofeng ordered.
Luofeng smiled. "I was just here last night. The food is really good!"
When the dishes started arriving one after another, Wang Gui decisively took photos and sent them to the dormitory group chat.
Zhang Long: ??????
Zhang Long: What’s going on? What are you big shots up to?
Wang Gui: The three of us big shots are spending Mid-Autumn Festival alone at school. Li Shenshi, out of the kindness of his heart, is treating us to a Japanese restaurant that starts at 1,000 yuan per person. Get the picture?
Zhang Long: Damn you guys! I’m totally freaking out!
Zhang Long: That’s "Ming," right?
Wang Gui: Yes, location shared... (sent)
Zhang Long: If I come now, will I make it in time?
Luofeng: Ahahaha, are you flying over in a helicopter?

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