“The reason why it’s known as the Arcane Jade isn’t because it’s made out of jade, but because it's entirely crystal clear. It looks like jade, but in fact, it’s a different material from jade. Some people speculate that this unknown and mysterious substance is what leads to the magical final result. As we can see, the rumors are not fake.
“Today, Mr Gregory is willing to display this treasure and let every single one of you examine and observe it because this huge matter is difficult to accomplish single-handedly. In the beginning, the twelve Arcane Jade pieces are scattered across every corner of the world. If anyone wanted to gather all twelve pieces of the Arcane Jade by himself, I’m afraid it’s unachievable in one’s lifetime.
“Ladies and gentlemen, everyone who is here today is a big shot, well known on the streets. Mr Gregory hopes to invite all of you to take part in this mission to search for the Arcane Jade. If anybody can find it or provide useful clues, after the Arcane Jades are gathered, they’re welcome to enjoy the delicacies of success and have a grand celebration together.”
After the emcee finished her words, everybody in the lounge was still confused and unable to react for a long time.
What?
Searched for the Arcane Jades together? Enjoy the delicacies of success? A grand celebration? Was this real?
Most of the people there were familiar with Gregory Graham. They understood the words that came out from the man’s mouth were unlikely to be a lie.
Hence, they could not help but start to get excited.
This time, the emcee invited Gregory Graham up on the stage to give a speech.
Gregory Graham stretched out his long legs and walked up.
In fact, Gregory himself had nothing else to say. Jeff Flinders handed this mission to him just because Jeff fancied his influence on the street.
Now that there was no more Chinese Association, excluding Flinders family, the largest force would be the Dragon Regiment. If he did not seek out Gregory Graham, he would not seek out anybody else.
Gregory looked at the gloomy crowd beneath the stage and said in a deep voice, “What the emcee said just now is literally what I wanted to say. Therefore, anybody who is eager to explore the truth behind this treasure can provide me with valuable clues, or hand in the Arcane Jade directly. Everybody, please rest assured that I will give you my word that I will not forget the names of the people that contributed to this matter. Let’s wait for the day when all twelve pieces of Arcane Jade are collected, and he or she will know what the feast is like.”
The audience underneath the stage immediately asked, “Just a look? Can we get a piece of it?”
“Yeah. After all, we’re contributing our treasure. We should have a share too, right?”
Gregory Graham looked at the people indistinctly. His lips lifted and he smiled coldly.
He uttered loudly, “None of us knows what the Arcane Jade looks like when it’s fully combined, so I can’t guarantee that at the moment. The ones who provided clues or gave their Arcane Jade will benefit from it. I can only assure you that everybody will be able to witness the result at that moment.
“Besides, if you don’t hand it over, it’ll just be an ordinary toy to display. Before all the jades are collected, its value is wasted, not to mention, the secret will be buried forever, and no one will be able to solve it just because of one missing piece.
“Everybody here is an insightful person who cherishes fortunes and treasures. I believe no one’s willing to allow this secret to be left unrevealed and let this treasure completely fade away. That’s why I got in touch with everyone and hope that all of us can combine forces, find the Arcane Jade pieces, and witness the miracle. How about it?”
The sound of his voice ended, and it was dead silent beneath the stage.
Nobody talked after a long time.
Gregory Graham looked at the silenced crowd, kept quiet for a moment then he said, “If anyone’s unsatisfied, I can again, promise you that whoever has contributed can ask me a favor. I will accept the favor as long as it’s not something against my principles. This promise is valid until the treasures are found, I welcome everyone willing to provide information.”
Excitement rose beneath the stage as soon as the words came out.
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