Qin Hui stared at the jade pendant for a long time, and finally let out a slow breath.
Although Qin Hui put on a good show, he couldn't suppress his excitement.
The jade pendant was genuine. From the moment Qin Hui held it, he felt an irresistible urge to keep it, as if it were destined for him.
"Big brother, do you want to buy my jade pendant?"
The young girl asked nervously. If he didn't buy it, she wouldn't be able to raise enough money. The thought of her father's surgery fee made her feel dejected.
"Of course, little girl. Name your price."
Qin Hui put the jade pendant into his pocket, exuding confidence.
"One hundred thousand."
The young girl blurted it out. Perhaps feeling the price was too high, she immediately changed her mind, "Seven thousand is fine if that's not enough, but I can't go any lower. I won't sell it for less."
"Hahahaha, little girl, you think your broken jade pendant is worth seven thousand? I wouldn't even take it if you gave it to me for free."
"Exactly, this is just an ordinary jade pendant, worth at most two hundred."
"Sir, why don't you come into my shop and take a look? I guarantee good merchandise."
Many people nearby invited him. They had seen the young girl's jade pendant before but didn't want it, believing it to be fake.
Listening to the discouraging words, the young girl's face turned red, but she was powerless to retort.
"Little girl, you're in great need of money?"
Qin Hui asked unhurriedly.
"Yes, my dad was in a car accident and urgently needs surgery fees. Otherwise, I wouldn't be selling this jade pendant."
The young girl quickly replied, realizing that Qin Hui might be her last hope.
"Here's two hundred thousand in this card. Take it. If your father's condition doesn't improve, come to Huichun Tang. My name is Qin Hui. Just mention my name."
Qin Hui patted the young girl's head and handed her the bank card.
"Ah?"
The young girl was stunned. She had intended to sell it for seven thousand, but unexpectedly, this big brother gave her two hundred thousand. She was flustered.
"Listen, this jade pendant is worth the two hundred thousand, so I'm not at a loss. Hurry and pay for the surgery."
Qin Hui patiently explained. Although Qin Hui didn't know the jade pendant's purpose yet, he decided to keep it for now.
"Yes, thank you, big brother."
The young girl nodded vigorously and then left.
Watching the young girl's departing figure, Qin Hui smiled faintly.
Although he hadn't found any good antiques, he felt he had gained something today.
Half an hour later, Qin Hui bought a Ruyi Bodhisattva from an antique shop for thirty thousand yuan. It was just a gift, so there was no need to be picky.
Even if Qin Hui wanted to be picky, he had no time. It was already noon, and he had to rush home.
At two in the afternoon, Qin Hui drove Jiang Yanxi out of the city.
His third uncle's house was in the neighboring province, so Qin Hui had to set off early. Moreover, this year his third uncle was celebrating his fiftieth birthday in grand style, and all the Jiang family members would be present.
Qin Hui and Jiang Yanxi were representing Uncle Jiang at the birthday banquet.
"Qin Hui, have you prepared everything? The younger generation from the clan will all be there,"
Jiang Yanxi asked as she admired the scenery outside the window.
"Don't worry, everything is ready."
"By the way, will your cousin Jiang Qianqian also be there this time?"
Qin Hui asked with some curiosity.
Qin Hui remembered that he had caused Jiang Qianqian to lose her job at the teahouse last time. That woman must still resent him, so Qin Hui had to ask in advance.
"She will be there, of course. But don't worry about her."
Mentioning Jiang Qianqian, Jiang Yanxi's brow furrowed slightly.
Qin Hui could tell that the Jiang family was not very united, and this was mostly due to disputes over interests.
They traveled in silence. Two hours later, Qin Hui's car drove out of Jiangnan Province and entered the neighboring Kaihua Province.
Although Kaihua Province was not as developed as Jiangnan Province, it was still a second-tier province, with many tall buildings.
When the car smoothly stopped in front of a siheyuan (traditional Chinese quadrangle), Qin Hui had finally reached his destination.
The area around the siheyuan was filled with luxury cars, indicating that some people had already arrived.
As Qin Hui and Jiang Yanxi got out of the car, they saw a burly man approaching with a smile.
"Yanxi, you're finally here! I've been waiting for you for a long time since I heard you were coming."
"Come, let's go inside quickly."
The burly man eagerly grabbed Jiang Yanxi's hand, wanting to enter the inner hall. Qin Hui, standing beside them, was completely ignored.
"Wang Fang, we're not children anymore, and besides, I already have a husband."
Jiang Yanxi pulled her hand away from Wang Fang's grip and said solemnly.
It was known that Wang Fang had liked Jiang Yanxi since childhood, but unfortunately, Jiang Yanxi had always treated him as a brother.
Later, Jiang Yanxi moved to Jiangnan Province with her father and founded the Jiang Corporation, rarely returning here.
"What?"
The burly Wang Fang was stunned in place upon hearing this. He had been thinking of marrying Jiang Yanxi for years, only to be beaten to it.
"Hello, I am Jiang Yanxi's husband, Qin Hui."
Qin Hui smiled slightly and walked over.
Qin Hui was not surprised by this situation.
Given how outstanding his wife was, it was normal for her to have so many admirers. Qin Hui's job was simply to drive away these bothersome flies.
When Wang Fang saw Qin Hui, he finally snapped back to reality and sneered derisively, "Yanxi, this is the man you fancy? Skinny arms and legs, I could knock him down with one punch!"
Listening to Wang Fang's arrogant words, Jiang Yanxi said with a solemn expression, "Wang Fang, today is Third Uncle's fiftieth birthday. Do you intend to start a fight here?"
Wang Fang felt even more distressed seeing Jiang Yanxi targeting him for another man, but he didn't dare to go too far in front of Jiang Yanxi.
"Qin Hui, good, very good. I'll remember you."
"If you're a man, don't hide. After Third Uncle's fiftieth birthday, we'll spar. See if I don't beat you down. If you have the guts, don't hide behind a woman."
Wang Fang said arrogantly, believing that only the strong deserved to stand by Jiang Yanxi's side. He planned to beat Qin Hui so badly that he wouldn't recognize his own home!
Qin Hui simply smiled at Wang Fang's provocation, not taking it to heart at all.
Of course, if this guy really came looking for trouble, Qin Hui wouldn't be polite.
To ease the awkwardness, Jiang Yanxi quickly pulled Qin Hui inside. She didn't want them to start fighting at the entrance. Jiang Yanxi knew Wang Fang best; he had a hot temper.
"Hmph, Qin Hui, you just wait!"
Wang Fang watched Qin Hui's retreating back, his fists clenching with a cracking sound.
He had come to this banquet with the ultimate goal of proposing to Jiang Yanxi, but unexpectedly, this kid had gotten there first.