After this incident, everyone present knew Er Zhu's identity. Many influential figures came to curry favor with him, and those seeking cooperation were countless!
At today's banquet, Er Zhu received the highest etiquette and respect, while everyone looked at Miao Qing with nothing but scorn...
This stark contrast made Miao Qing hate Er Zhu even more, but fortunately, gifts were about to be presented.
Looking at the brilliant luminous pearl in the brocade box, a sly smile appeared on Miao Qing's lips.
He had heard that although Er Zhu was the richest man in Liu Town, he came from the countryside. Villagers, no matter how much money they had, had never seen the world and could not possibly give a good gift!
At that time, he would not only save face but also take the opportunity to humiliate Er Zhu, and he could also vent his anger!
Thinking of this, Miao Qing's anger subsided considerably. Just then, Old Miao had already taken his seat at the head table.
The guests presented various rare treasures prepared for Old Miao, who was very pleased, his smile stretching almost to the back of his head!
"Young Master Miao, what gift did you prepare for Old Master Miao?"
Finally, a guest suddenly seemed to remember something and asked Miao Qing with feigned innocence, her eyes full of sarcasm.
"Yes, show us, let us have a look. Young Master Miao has such good taste, he must have prepared a treasure for Old Master Miao."
As soon as the guest finished speaking, the guests beside her also urged him on, not wanting to miss the show, especially when "good taste" was mentioned, she almost burst out laughing!
The other guests nodded repeatedly, looking at Miao Qing as if they were ready to watch a good show. Seeing this, Miao Qing's anger grew even stronger!
"Grandpa, this is a luminous pearl I spent a hundred million yuan to buy for you. It was once the treasure of the Persian kingdom!"
Miao Qing glared at the guests impatiently, speaking as he opened the brocade box. Instantly, a bright light shot straight up to the sky!
Compared to that light, the lamps seemed to dim considerably!
"Wow, it's really a treasure, round and big, and the luster is even better!"
"I've seen many luminous pearls, but I've never seen one this big!"
"Young Master Miao, you are truly generous, a hundred million yuan!"
...
Seeing the luminous pearl, all the guests' attention was drawn to it. At this moment, they had long forgotten about Ailin. Their eyes were only on this luminous pearl that could blind them!
Being tricked by a woman was not a big deal. Miao Qing's power and status were what they valued most!
Moreover, to them, rich second-generation individuals who were foolish and rich were more worthy of their association!
"As long as Grandpa likes it, it's worth spending any amount of money!"
Seeing the envious and admiring gazes of everyone, Miao Qing finally felt he had regained some face. He smiled slightly and walked towards the stage.
"Er Zhu, come and take a look, is this luminous pearl real or fake?"
As soon as Miao Qing placed the luminous pearl in Old Miao's hand, Old Miao waved to Er Zhu, his eyes full of affection.
"Grandpa, what do you mean? I'm a grown man, would I still buy you a fake?"
"Besides, why would you let a country bumpkin see it? What world has he seen!"
Miao Qing was taken aback by his grandfather's words, his face flushed and he grumbled with great displeasure.
"Grandpa Miao, this luminous pearl is real. Young Master Miao did not lie to you."
Er Zhu looked at the spiritual energy surrounding the luminous pearl and nodded gently in response.
"See, I told you it was real, and you didn't believe me!" Seeing Er Zhu nod, Miao Qing pretended to be angry, as if he had found some proof.
"Oh, it's good that it's real." Old Miao ignored Miao Qing, let out a sigh of relief, and put away the luminous pearl with a smile.
Fortunately, the luminous pearl was real. If it were fake, the Miao family would have truly lost face!
"Mr. Richest, what gift did you prepare for my grandfather?"
Seeing his grandfather happy, Miao Qing's eyes flickered, and he asked arrogantly. Instantly, all eyes shifted to Er Zhu.
"Er Zhu is the richest man, his gift must be better than ours!"
"I think so too. I believe Mr. Wang's birthday gift is worth at least two hundred million!"
"Alas... as the richest man, how can two hundred million be enough? It should be at least five hundred million!"
...
Before Miao Qing could speak, some guests who loved to watch the show began to flatter Er Zhu.
"It's nothing special, Grandpa Miao. This is a piece of jade I found in an antique street before. Please accept it."
As Old Miao's invitation was sudden, Er Zhu had not prepared a gift and had brought a piece of jade without any carving.
"Bring it here, let me see!" As Old Miao was about to reach out, Miao Qing ran down with a smile. Before Er Zhu could open the brocade box, he was already beside Old Miao.
"Grandpa, this is a gift from the richest man, it must be no worse than mine!"
Just as the brocade box was about to be opened, Miao Qing did not forget to flatter Er Zhu. Hearing this, Old Miao's eyes lit up with anticipation!
"My goodness, it's just a piece of ordinary jade, with nothing carved on it!"
Just as Old Miao was full of anticipation, what greeted his eyes was an ordinary piece of jade. If the jade had not emitted a white light, he would have thought it was a rough stone.
"Mr. Wang, you are too stingy. This kind of jade is only worth a few million."
"Alas, no wonder he became the richest man, it turns out he saved it up bit by bit like this!"
"Boss Wang, this is not right. The Miao family has submitted to you, you can't just fob us off like beggars!"
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Seeing the simple and unadorned jade, the guests and Miao Qing burst into mockery. Anyone with thin skin would wish to disappear into a crack in the ground, but Er Zhu still stood there with a calm demeanor.
Although the jade was ordinary, he had had it appraised. It was worth at least five hundred million!
However, he was too lazy to explain it to these snobs.
Old Miao's expression also soured. He had thought that his sincere efforts would be valued by Er Zhu, but he did not expect such perfunctory treatment.
However, in front of so many people and considering Er Zhu's distinguished status, he could not say much.
"Wait, my God, what a beautiful nameless jade!"
Just as everyone was mocking Er Zhu, an old man in a long gown ran over from the crowd. He adjusted his reading glasses, his eyes gleaming!
"Grandpa Tang, what do you mean? Isn't this just a piece of ordinary jade?"
Seeing the old man, Miao Qing was stunned. He said this while picking up the jade from the brocade box and examining it.
"This is not an ordinary piece of jade. This is Han Dynasty jade, worth at least two hundred million on the market!"
Old Tang said as he carefully snatched the jade from Miao Qing's hand and examined it again.