93: Money received

Heh heh, Brother Jiang, you really have a way. This idea is great, everyone gets to make money this way. I bet he also thinks he got a great deal, and we all benefit.

Zhao Gang listened to Jiang Fei's idea and nodded repeatedly.

Qin Shou sat in the shop, leisurely crossing his legs, a faint smile playing on the corner of his mouth, his eyes fixed on Zhao Ruilong with interest.

Zhao Ruilong had long lost his previous arrogance. Remembering the ruthlessness Qin Shou displayed in the past, the losses he had suffered at Qin Shou's hands, and Jiang Fei's attitude today, he felt uneasy and anxious, already wanting to slip away.

Just as Zhao Ruilong was restless, like an ant on a hot pan, his younger brother Zhao Gang and Jiang Fei emerged from the inner room, all smiles. Zhao Ruilong finally didn't have to face Qin Shou alone and felt a sense of relief.

Zhao Gang first scurried over to Zhao Ruilong's side and whispered in his ear, "He knows the Mayor."

Upon hearing this, Zhao Ruilong's expression alternated between green and white, a truly spectacular sight. He remembered his earlier intention to settle scores with Qin Shou and felt a wave of fear.

However, he quickly recalled that Yan Yourong seemed to have told him she had a close friend in politics, a rising star in the political arena in recent years. Thinking of this, Zhao Ruilong's face grew even more grim, like a mute eating bitter coptis, unable to express his suffering.

All these valuable resources were handed over to Qin Shou. He was seething with anger, gritting his teeth, yet utterly helpless.

Zhao Gang came up to Qin Shou with a beaming smile, fawningly saying, "Heh heh, well, Brother Qin, I think it's better this way. I'll take a bit of a loss; I'll offer you one million for this batch of goods and buy it all from you, saving you the trouble, right? I can guarantee, besides my shop, Brother Qin, you absolutely won't find a second place that offers such a fair price!"

Qin Shou raised an eyebrow upon hearing this, his tone teasing, "One million? Boss Zhao, didn't you say all these things were yours? Why are you paying to buy your own things now?"

"Heh heh, Brother Qin, what are you saying? That was just a joke with you, a misunderstanding, heh heh, all a misunderstanding. This humble one was blind earlier and offended you, Brother Qin. I hope you, a great man, won't hold it against this humble one and spare me this time, heh heh." Zhao Gang quickly offered a conciliatory smile.

"But I remember you initially said this batch of goods was worth at most a hundred thousand! Offering one million so suddenly, Boss Zhao, aren't you losing a huge amount?" Qin Shou narrowed his eyes, his gaze like sharp knives, staring directly at Zhao Gang, observing the changes in his facial expression, not missing any clue.

Zhao Gang's expression became serious, and he quickly waved his hand, saying, "Heh heh, no loss, no loss at all! This humble one was old and dim-sighted earlier, didn't see clearly. Now that I see clearly, Brother Qin, these are all good things, priceless treasures!"

"Is that so? No loss, huh! If you're not losing, then am I losing?" Qin Shou's lips curved slightly upward, revealing a playful smile.

"This—!"

Zhao Gang was stunned by his words, momentarily unable to respond to Qin Shou. He realized he seemed to have fallen into Qin Shou's verbal trap; no matter what he said, it sounded wrong.

"How dare this humble one let you suffer a loss, Brother Qin! I would never dare to let you suffer a loss!" Zhao Gang was sweating profusely, quickly declaring his stance.

"Heh heh, since that's the case, and you don't want me to suffer a loss, then I think we should do this: you pay one million five hundred thousand for all the goods here, and we'll consider this matter settled today. Otherwise, don't blame me for pursuing legal action and accusing you of stealing my things!"

As Qin Shou spoke, he carefully watched Zhao Gang's expression. When Zhao Gang offered one million, he showed no sign of distress, and Qin Shou knew there was still more profit to be made.

For a shrewd and cunning merchant like Zhao Gang to offer one million without hesitation, it was clear without even thinking that this batch of goods was worth far more than one million. Qin Shou guessed that the greatest premium was on the limited edition watch. Zhao Gang seemed to be taking a small loss, but in reality, he was getting a great deal.

But Qin Shou also knew that he didn't have good sales channels. Such limited edition luxury watches were usually bought by wealthy and influential old money to maintain appearances, and he didn't know anyone like that. So, if he were to sell it himself, he would probably only get the official price.

Therefore, Qin Shou thought it would be better to sell it to Zhao Gang, but he absolutely couldn't let him earn too much. Thus, Qin Shou raised the price by five hundred thousand in one go.

Of course, what Qin Shou didn't know was that Zhao Gang actually had the ability to sell just that one watch for two million. Therefore, even at one million five hundred thousand, Zhao Gang could still make a substantial profit.

As soon as Qin Shou finished speaking, Zhao Gang immediately put on a long face, showing a difficult expression, as if he had been cut out of his flesh.

"This—! Alright then, consider it making a friend with you, Brother Qin!"

Zhao Gang sighed deeply, stomped his foot, as if making a huge decision and suffering a great loss.

Qin Shou stared intently at Zhao Gang for a long time but couldn't tell if his troubled expression was genuine or an act.

However, Qin Shou couldn't be bothered anymore. After all, the origin of his goods wasn't clean, and keeping them was like holding a hot potato. It was best to sell them quickly. He was already very satisfied with this price.

Moreover, since he had already spoken, it was difficult to change his mind.

"Alright then, let's do that. But one million five hundred thousand, I want it in cash transfer, transfer it to me now."

"Heh heh, yes, yes, you can rest assured, Brother Qin, when I handle things! Tell me your bank account number, and I'll transfer it to you now."

Seeing Qin Shou agree, Zhao Gang immediately beamed with joy and changed his demeanor.

Upon seeing this, Qin Shou understood. He had been tricked! That guy's long face earlier was purely an act. At one million five hundred thousand, he still stood to make a profit, and a considerable one at that!

Qin Shou couldn't help but sigh inwardly, "Damn it, he really is a cunning merchant. Even with my Genius Actor skill, I can't act as well as him!"

Zhao Gang was quite efficient. As a gold shop owner, he certainly had money. In less than ten minutes, Qin Shou had already received a bank text message confirming the deposit. One million five hundred thousand instantly appeared in his account!

Counting the one million bonus from the Municipal Government, plus some cash from Ye Wuhuan, Qin Shou now had over two million seven hundred thousand in cash!

"Alright, the money has arrived. I'll be leaving now."

Qin Shou looked at the deposit text message on his phone and walked out of Zhao Gang's gold shop with satisfaction.

"Heh heh, Brother Jiang is truly amazing! If you hadn't given me advice, I would have suffered a huge loss today! Now, not only did I not lose, but I also made a profit!"

Seeing Qin Shou walk away, Zhao Gang immediately beamed with joy, excitedly rubbing his hands together.

With this batch of gold, plus Qin Shou's watch, he was confident he could sell it for over two million four hundred thousand, making a net profit of eight or nine hundred thousand! How could he not be happy?

"Hmph! Just be more observant and don't cause me trouble." Jiang Fei snorted coldly, annoyed.

"Heh heh, yes, yes, I will be careful in the future. Brother Jiang, rest assured, I will present your share to you after I sell this batch of goods."

"Hmm, you're sensible. I'll be leaving now if there's nothing else."

Jiang Fei nodded with satisfaction and turned to leave Zhao Gang's gold shop.

"Brother Jiang, walk slowly!" Zhao Gang respectfully saw Jiang Fei off.

Zhao Gang smiled as he watched Qin Shou, Jiang Fei, and the others walk away, then eagerly dialed a number.