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"Sister Yao, what do you think the outcome of this auction will be?" Shen Siya quietly asked as she sat beside Qin Yao, her gaze drifting with the frantic gestures of the auctioneer on stage.
Qin Yao lazily leaned back in her chair, her arms crossed over her chest. She gazed calmly through the play of light and shadow outside the window, observing the impending contest. A slight smile played on her lips. "The outcome? It's already determined."
Shen Siya was puzzled. "Determined? You mean—"
"In the Gambling Stone Market, the winner is never the one who seems strongest at first glance, but rather the one who can maintain their composure and seize opportunities in the most perilous moments." Qin Yao's eyes sharpened. "And I happen to be that person."
Shen Siya paused for a moment, a wave of admiration for Qin Yao swelling within her. Every word from Sister Yao exuded confidence, as if she feared no challenge and was unafraid of any competitor. She truly was not someone easily defeated.
"You're so confident; don't you worry about any counterattacks?" Shen Siya asked, a hint of doubt in her tone.
Qin Yao chuckled softly and replied, "Counterattacks? When has this world ever been different? Sometimes, forcing others into a counterattack is the most effective strategy."
Shen Siya's eyes widened. "What do you mean?"
Qin Yao's gaze suddenly turned sharp. "In this auction, all eyes are focused on the jadeite, but the real stakes are the power and interests behind it. Those so-called 'nobles' and 'Business Elites' are merely pawns in my game."
She casually scanned the room, observing various business figures whispering among themselves. Some had already begun to fixate on the pieces of jadeite, clearly having calculated their plans well in advance. Yet Qin Yao's expression bore no trace of anxiety; instead, it held a hint of mockery.
"Today, I want more than just jadeite," she added softly, her gaze shifting to several key figures seated not far away. Li Haowen stood to one side, surrounded by several business tycoons engaged in conversation with him. At that moment, Qin Yao understood clearly that she could not remain aloof in this game; she would have to confront the intricate web of interests at play.
As the auction officially commenced, the auctioneer began calling out bids loudly. Each piece of jadeite was met with a tense atmosphere, thick with an oppressive sense that made it hard to breathe. Shen Siya tightened her grip on the armrest, clearly captivated by the power struggle about to unfold.
"Sister Yao, Li Haowen has indeed participated; he has placed all his bets on this piece of stone," Shen Siya whispered.
Qin Yao smiled slightly, unfazed. "Of course, he wouldn't miss this opportunity. Unfortunately, in this round, I hold the most advantageous position."
As the auction progressed, Li Haowen quickly raised his paddle, exuding a sense of arrogance and disdain as he looked at Qin Yao. "Qin Yao, it seems you are ready to show your skills today, even competing with me for this high-quality jadeite?" His tone was laced with provocation.
Qin Yao merely glanced at him dismissively and replied, "Li Haowen, I don't care what you can buy. What matters to me is what lies behind this jadeite."
Li Haowen raised an eyebrow, a flicker of surprise in his eyes. "You truly are different from others; you always manage to see something unique in every piece of stone."
"Unfortunately, today I intend to take something from you," Qin Yao said with a cold smile.
The auction heated up further, and the competition grew increasingly fierce. Li Haowen had now set his sights on a smooth piece of jadeite, clearly having made ample preparations. However, just as he was about to raise his paddle with satisfaction, Qin Yao suddenly spoke up. "Wait a moment."
As soon as her words fell, the entire auction hall fell silent, all eyes turning toward her. Shen Siya clenched her fists nervously; she knew Sister Yao was about to make her move.
"If I’m not mistaken, this jadeite may not be suitable for the current market," Qin Yao's voice rang clear and bright, echoing through every corner of the hall.
Li Haowen frowned. "What do you mean?"
Qin Yao stood up and leisurely walked to the front stage, her gaze sharp as it swept over the jadeite. Calmly, she began, "This piece of stone appears smooth and evenly colored on the surface, but if you look closely, its interior does not meet the current market demands. Even the top cutting masters would find it difficult to extract high-value jade from this stone."
As her words hung in the air, the hall fell silent once more. Li Haowen's expression shifted slightly; he clearly hadn't expected Qin Yao to point this out so bluntly.
"Don't believe me?" Qin Yao said with a cold smile. "You can invite an expert for appraisal; the results will speak for themselves."
Her words caused an uproar in the room, and some people began to murmur among themselves, clearly shaken in their confidence regarding Qin Yao's judgment. After all, everyone present knew that Qin Yao was not only the true heir of the the Qin Family but also an expert in jadeite gambling stones. Her discerning eye often identified the most valuable piece among a pile of rough stones.
Li Haowen's smile gradually faded. He did not argue but lowered his head, seemingly reconsidering the reasonableness of his bid.
Qin Yao returned to her position, her gaze still calm and resolute. "I’m not here to take your business, Li Haowen. I have only one purpose for being here today."
Li Haowen looked up at Qin Yao, a complex emotion flickering in his eyes. He could see that she was not here merely for the jadeite but for a larger game at play. As she had said, her focus today was not on the stones but on the more intricate power and interest struggles behind this auction.
The auction ultimately concluded with Qin Yao's precise judgment, and she quietly secured the jadeite. Although Li Haowen did not win the bid, he couldn't help but feel a sense of respect for her. Qin Yao had once again taken the initiative in this game.
Qin Yao smiled slightly and whispered, "Sometimes, only by seeing what others cannot see can one truly grasp the situation."
Shen Siya looked at her with admiration in her eyes. "Sister Yao, you are truly amazing."
"This is just the beginning," Qin Yao replied softly, a deep light flickering in her eyes.
She understood that what lay ahead would involve not just Li Haowen and those external forces but also a more complex internal family struggle and power play. And she was ready to face this battle.
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