The shop was just that big, and with so many people inside, you couldn't walk more than a few steps without having to turn back.
Mei Ziqi's heart was pounding with fear. He couldn't quite understand Liu Sandao:
Why would he make such a gamble with such slim chances of winning?
Even the worst gambler wouldn't make a bet that was a sure loss.
Just as Hu Tianhan took his ninth step, Mei Ziqi called out in a low voice, "Ten."
The watch fell with a "snap" to the floor.
Manager Zhao's heart skipped a beat, and he rushed over to pick it up.
Fortunately, the watch was fine; only the strap had detached.
He cast an angry look at the waitress who had fastened the watch strap for Hu Tianhan.
The waitress looked helpless and a little worried. She quickly lowered her head, not daring to meet Manager Zhao's gaze.
Hu Tianhan's heart sank. This was just an accident; he didn't believe the strap would fall off every time.
He immediately went to the counter and selected another watch with a stainless steel strap, signaling the waitress to put it on for him.
This time, he didn't spend too much time looking in the mirror.
He stood up and walked away immediately.
"One, two, three, four, five."
This time, at the count of five, the watch fell to the floor again.
Manager Zhao, clutching his chest, cried out in pain.
If the watch straps kept falling off, how could they continue to do business?
Moreover, in front of so many people, wasn't this damaging their reputation?
Hu Tianhan didn't care about that. No reputable watch brand would refuse a trial fitting. How could a watch that couldn't even be worn out of the store be sold?
It didn't matter if it was an ordinary watch or a famous brand!
Seeing this, Manager Zhao could only attribute it to Hu Tianhan being cursed, but he couldn't say that out loud.
Hu Tianhan couldn't be bothered with such matters. He walked back to the counter and gestured for the waitress to take out another watch.
At this point, Manager Zhou quickly pulled the waitress aside. He took out the watch himself and fastened it onto Hu Tianhan's wrist.
This time, Hu Tianhan moved very slowly, rising and walking with deliberate slowness.
With every step he took, Manager Zhao's heart sank with a "thump, thump."
The other people in the store held their breath, watching him intently.
Liu Sandao's heart was at ease:
He had a whole basket of such minor magic.
As long as he didn't want you to take it out, you wouldn't be able to.
Fu Ruhai was also relaxed. It was actually quite good to teach this brat a lesson appropriately.
Bai Suxiang, however, was worried about Liu Sandao. Although she had seen his physique that day when he was shirtless,
it was still better not to have such things happen.
Hu Tianhan silently counted, one, two, three, four, five, six, seven.
It wasn't until the eighth step that his pace slowed even further.
Although he still had seven chances left, he unconsciously slowed his steps.
Perhaps, in his subconscious, he had already become afraid.
Even more afraid than him was Manager Zhao.
While a famous watch might not be significantly damaged by a fall, it could still affect its saleability. If word got out, it would likely become unsellable.
At the ninth step, as expected.
The watch fell again.
This time, it wasn't just Hu Tianhan sighing; Manager Zhao was even more distraught:
"Oh no! My heavens, what kind of jinx are you?
Young Master Hu, I think you should stop trying to wear a watch today. Otherwise, you'll have to pay for it before you wear it. We've never had such problems with our watches before. If you don't believe me, let me try wearing one." Sudan Fiction Network
Manager Zhao said this, put on a watch, and walked about ten steps without it falling.
He even deliberately jumped a bit higher. "See! See! You're just a jinx."
No one expected him to speak to Hu Tianhan like that, considering he was an old customer.
But seeing Hu Tianhan about to ruin their reputation, anyone would be unable to forgive him.
Hu Tianhan dared not refuse to wear one. If every classmate present bought one, that would be hundreds of thousands.
If they all chose watches over one hundred thousand, his gold card would be maxed out.
Therefore, he couldn't agree.
"Stop your nonsense. Are you afraid I don't have money? Look, what's this?"
Hu Tianhan placed his gold card on the counter.
Manager Zhao's expression immediately changed back to a smile as he saw Hu Tianhan getting angry.
Most importantly, he had already confirmed the balance on that gold card was no less than eight hundred thousand.
When Hu Tianhan had prepared to pay earlier, he had already verified it. If it weren't for the few students present, this whole affair might not have happened.
"Young Master Hu, please don't mind my saying this, but your luck today is a bit... Business is business, and friendship is friendship. For every fall, you'll have to pay a certain amount for the damages!"
Manager Zhao said with a serious expression.
As expected of someone in business, he didn't forget to minimize his losses at this moment.
Those watching Hu Tianhan were even more curious. How cursed was he?
The people blocked outside the door were pressing their faces against the glass, their heads almost bursting.
A few even pulled out their phones, unsure if they were taking pictures or recording videos.
"Fine!"
Hu Tianhan agreed readily, but this time he chose the cheapest option, a stainless steel watch worth fifty thousand.
He understood that a lower price meant less loss.
With seven chances remaining, he would make sure to seize every step.
From the moment he started wearing the first watch, everyone in the store, except Liu Sandao and Fu Ruhai,
had their eyes fixed on Hu Tianhan.
Whether it was one, two, three, four, five, six, seven, or seven, six, five, four, three, two, one, it couldn't save the same fate:
Falling!
By the time he reached the last watch, Hu Tianhan was sweating profusely from nervousness.
But he couldn't give up!
Whether it was due to extreme tension or destiny, the last watch fell after only three steps.
The watch fell again!
Hu Tianhan collapsed onto the floor, silent.
Mei Ziqi could barely contain his excitement. Liu Sandao had won!
Liu Sandao and Fu Ruhai's expressions were even calmer.
Bai Suxiang's hanging heart finally settled.
Zhao Xiaoying, on the other hand, was excited. Getting to choose a watch for free was something she would eagerly wish for.
Manager Zhao said something, and after Liu Sandao announced it was time to choose, everyone present picked a watch they desired.
Hu Tianhan's face was ashen; he hadn't heard a single word.
It wasn't until Manager Zhao came over and patted his shoulder, saying:
"Young Master Hu, Young Master Hu, please settle these bills!"
Hu Tianhan slowly raised his head.
This card wasn't issued by his family; it was from Shenfeng Credit Company.
He had thought that this money would be enough for him to spend until graduation, but he never expected to run out of it so quickly.
This was a credit card. Normally, his monthly expenses would be covered by his family's allowance, but with this sudden overspending, this amount couldn't be repaid overnight.
Despite his thoughts, he still needed to know the total bill.
"How much?"
The previously silent man finally spoke.
"The total is one million eight hundred and thirty-six thousand. For the sake of our old friendship, I'll waive the odd change. You only need to pay one million eight hundred and thirty thousand!"