194: Chapter 190: 1,000,000?
(Extra release, please subscribe and vote for monthly tickets) 194: Chapter 190: 1,000,000?
(Extra release, please subscribe and vote for monthly tickets) The suit-clad man’s compass was merely an ordinary compass, not even worthy of being called a low-grade magic artifact.
Such a compass could be used to check a Corpse Transformation talisman, which was a common talisman, without much issue.
However, a Danghui Talisman like the True Taoism Talisman, because of its overwhelmingly powerful magnetic field, completely overwhelmed the ordinary compass in the man’s hands.
“This talisman…” Shock written all over his face, the suit-clad man stood completely frozen on the spot.
Even as the compass in his hands shattered into pieces with a clang and fell to the ground, it seemed he didn’t even notice.
“This…
is definitely a True Taoism Talisman beyond any doubt…”
When he had discovered the Corpse Transformation talisman, the suit-clad man’s eyes had merely lit up.
But now, his eyes were filled with greed, and he stared intently at the Danghui Talisman he still hadn’t put down, having completely lost his composure.
“Checking a talisman and the compass breaks into pieces, can it be that exaggerated?”
“That fellow’s compass, could it have already been defective?
Otherwise, how could such an outrageous event occur?”
“A plant?
Definitely a plant?
I’ve been tired of such schemes for years!”
“Does anyone know that suited man with the compass?
If no one knows him, I’m certain that he is in cahoots with the young lad selling the talismans!”
“People these days, wanting to do business but not knowing what integrity means?
What’s the point in pulling off such tricks and scamming others?”
…
During the time it took for the suit-clad man to arrive at Chen Hai’s stall, the number of onlookers had not only not decreased, but had also grown!
When the scene of the shattered compass came into view of the crowd.
They all looked on with suspicion, starting to doubt and wonder.
Those truly knowledgeable about the antique industry were acutely aware that within their circle, myriad schemes to deceive others were rampant.
Even the seasoned insiders could be easily fooled if they weren’t careful.
Whether the scene before them was real or fake, they found it oh-so-familiar!
Acquaintances huddled together and, within just a few words, arrogantly believed they had figured out the little ruse Chen Hai and the suit-clad man were playing.
Boss Wei, Wei Zhidong, was seething with anger, choked by the merciless words from Chen Hai.
He had planned to just leave and then walk around and have a few words with the organizer.
The arrival of the suit-clad man interrupted his plans and he decided to stay put for the moment.
He watched without missing a beat the shattering of the compass and the willingness of the man to spend sixty thousand yuan on two talismans.
Glancing at Chen Hai and then staring at the man in the suit for a long while, Wei Zhidong frowned and remained silent, leaving others clueless about what he was thinking at the moment!
“Brother, might I ask your honorable surname?” the apparently flustered suit-clad man took several deep breaths.
Once his composure returned somewhat, he tentatively began to inquire of Chen Hai.
“Please, my surname is Chen.
And what may I call you, sir?” Chen Hai responded with a smile.
With the God of Wealth before him, he was naturally very courteous to the man in the suit.
“You’re also a Chen?
What a coincidence.
I am Chen Zhengcong.
Perhaps our ancestors were from the same family 500 years ago!” said the suit-clad man warmly, smiling as he spoke.
Judging by his demeanor, he seemed quite intent on getting chummy with Chen Hai.
“Brother Chen, perhaps it is indeed so!” Chen Hai responded, playing along.
Both shared the surname Chen, but he didn’t bother to inquire further about the man’s seniority.
After all, in his village of Chenjiaping, his generation was always considered older, and those of his same age had to call him either uncle or grandfather.
If this Chen Zhengcong happened to be of a younger generation and had to address him as grandfather, the situation would certainly become awkward!
“Chen, could you introduce this talisman to me?” asked Chen Zhengcong, his face beaming with curiosity.
“Of course, there is no problem.
This kind of talisman is called a Danghui Talisman, which, as the name implies, is designed to cleanse all impurities from the world.”
“This talisman has been passed down from my ancestors.
It is said that our lineage descends from Ancestor Chenchuan.
As for whether this talisman was personally drawn and passed down by our ancestor, I’m not entirely sure!”
“Brother Chen, if you are interested in this talisman, simply make an offer.”
“As long as the price is reasonable, in recognition of our shared ancestry from 500 years ago, I will sell it to no one else but you!”
With all seriousness, Chen Hai spoke these ludicrous lies, trying to swindle.
In his view, to sell an item at a satisfying price, it was essential to weave a glorious background for it.
A talisman passed down by Ancestor Chenchuan versus one drawn by Chen Hai himself—despite the same effectiveness, the former just seemed far more impressive.
As long as the talisman was genuine and truly possessed miraculous effects, he felt such behavior was by no means deceptive.
Compared to those private stall owners at the fair selling modern handicrafts as antiques, he considered himself much more honest, truly an upright person.
“Danghui Talisman?
To cleanse all impurities in the world?
Indeed, a True Taoism Talisman…” Just hearing the name of the talisman made Chen Zhengcong feel that the prospects were looking bright.
Over the years, Chen Hai had encountered numerous yin spirits in Xiangjiang due to his profession.
Now he seemed unharmed, but he knew that his body had actually accumulated a significant amount of yin qi.
Although for the moment, this yin qi had not caused much impact on him,
should he fail to resolve this issue, as he grew older, his lifespan would definitely be discounted due to the presence of this yin qi.
Chen had never come into contact with a True Taoism Talisman like the Danghui Talisman, but he vaguely remembered that he had read about such talismans in a classic tome.
With the efficacy of the Danghui Talisman, one use would definitely be able to cleanse all the latent yin qi accumulated in his body.
“Chen, I brought a total of one million with me from Xiangjiang this time.”
“In this day and age, True Taoism Talismans are as rare as gold.”
“The amount of money I have with me may not be enough to buy your Danghui Talisman…” Chen stammered, tentatively speaking out to make his request to Chen Hai.
Xiangjiang’s national circumstances were somewhat different from those of the Mainland.
There, genuinely capable individuals from the Mysterious Sect were held in high esteem.
To those large wealthy families and tycoons, those with real skills in the Mysterious Sect were treated with the utmost respect, regarded as honored guests.
Even though Chen, on the path of the Mysterious Sect, was only a beginner, even so, for those wealthy merchants to ask him to do something, they had to start with at least sixty thousand yuan.
In such an environment, the rarity of True Taoism Talismans that hardly appeared in the world anymore could be imagined.
“Two Corpse Transformation Talismans, one Danghui Talisman, for one million?”
“Since we share the same surname, alright, I will sell you these talismans.
I agree!”
Despite his apparent calm and composure, upon hearing the price Chen quoted, Chen Hai’s heart had burst with joy.
Chen had hardly finished speaking when Chen Hai, after only a moment’s hesitation, nodded his agreement without a second word.
“Really?
Chen, I cannot thank you enough; I’ll write you a cash cheque right now!”
“It means I owe you a favor!”
“If you ever come to Xiangjiang, and there’s anything you need, you can come directly to me, and let me extend my hospitality!”
As Chen Hai spoke, Chen was equally overjoyed and quickly promised.
After all, he knew that True Taoism Talismans were not something one could come by often.
For those in need, such precious items could not be measured in money!
Like himself, getting a Danghui Talisman to rid his body of the accumulated yin qi could easily grant him an additional three to five years of life, if not more.
The value of three to five years of Master Chen’s life certainly wasn’t something that could be measured with a mere one million yuan.
In these times, carrying too much cash wasn’t safe, as it could attract unnecessary trouble.
Chen always carried a cheque book with him.
After he had written a cheque, staff from the organizing party soon came over, offering to exchange Chen Hai’s cheque for cash.
After taking their commission of ten thousand, the remaining ninety thousand would be directly transferred into Chen Hai’s personal account.
Chen Hai had no objections to this arrangement.
After all, the venue was provided by the organizers, and Chen’s presence there was surely by their invitation.
Completing such a big deal on their turf, it was only natural for them to take a fee as their cut.
“Sir, may I ask if you are the esteemed Feng Shui Master Chen who is the personal consultant to Ms.
Gong, the billionaire heiress in Xiangjiang?”
As the two completed their transaction, Wei Zhidong, who had been watching for a while, stepped forward, tentatively asked.
“Do you know me?”
“I heard of Master Chen and some matters concerning Ms.
Gong when chatting with a friend from Xiangjiang!”
“Ms.
Gong trusted me, and working for her is just a way for me to make a living!”
“Master Chen, you are too modest.
If you didn’t have real skills, why would Ms.
Gong hold you in such high regard and follow your advice?”
…
Master Chen appeared to have a considerable reputation in Xiangjiang.
Even Wei Zhidong, upon confirming his identity, showed a very respectful and admiring demeanor.
However, after only exchanging a few casual words, Chen, who had already carefully stowed away the talismans he had just purchased, excused himself with a nod to Chen Hai and hurriedly departed.
“Chen, no, Master Chen, I was ignorant before, not recognizing the true value of those two talismans!”
“The Danghui Talisman is one thing, but you should have some Corpse Transformation Talismans left!”
“I’ll offer one hundred thousand per talisman.
Could you, would you sell me one of those talismans?”
Watching Chen leave, Wei Zhidong turned back to Chen Hai, tentatively speaking, requesting another transaction.