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Zhang Yang turned around and saw it was the same Buzz Cut from earlier.
"Hey, do you have some time? Let me treat you to a meal as a thank you for helping me out," Buzz Cut said.
"I helped you? I think I helped that horse-faced Boss instead. He embarrassed you in public, and since you're an outsider, if I hadn't made him suffer a loss, you'd probably end up seriously injuring him after everyone left," Zhang Yang said, staring at Buzz Cut with a half-smile.
"What do you mean by that, young man?" A flash of surprise crossed Buzz Cut's eyes, but he tried to maintain his composure.
"I saw your hands when you were cutting stone; you're someone who often throws punches. When that horse-faced Boss mocked your eyesight, your temple twitched. You've probably trained in this skill for at least over ten years, right? With your abilities, there are probably very few who can compete with you in Shanhai Province. Did that horse-faced Boss have any good outcomes after that?" Zhang Yang waved his hand and turned to leave.
"Are you really not willing to accept my invitation?" Buzz Cut chased after him.
"Where else would we eat if not at the market?" Zhang Yang replied without looking back.
"My name is Hou Long, and I work at Kangbao Group in the provincial capital," Buzz Cut introduced himself once they were seated at the restaurant.
"Hou Long?" Zhang Yang thought to himself, why does this name sound so familiar? Oh right, the Sanda King from Shanhai Province; he was Han Shenghui's senior when he studied at the sports academy. Han Shenghui had mentioned him once.
"Brother Long, or should I say Brother Hou? The homophone for 'Long' isn't very good," Zhang Yang smiled. "Do you know Han Shenghui?"
"Of course, he's my junior from the sports academy. I came to Haizhou this time, and we even had a meal together. Do you know him too?" Hou Long asked.
"We're brothers," Zhang Yang replied. "Then let's call him over." After saying that, Hou Long took out his phone and called Han Shenghui. Han Shenghui happened to be free and agreed to come over as soon as he heard his senior was with Zhang Yang.
After hanging up the phone, Hou Long brought up whether he could transfer the Black Orchid piece. Clearly, he wanted to settle this matter before Han Shenghui arrived.
Hou Long had not participated in competitions for two years and was now working at Kangbao Group in the provincial capital as a special assistant to the chairman Xiao Hansheng. The so-called special assistant was essentially a high-level bodyguard; unlike regular bodyguards who were always by Xiao Hansheng's side, Hou Long wasn't constantly present but was indispensable during critical moments and also responsible for some security training. This time he came to Haizhou mainly to conduct security training for Kangbao Group's Haizhou Branch.
Kangbao Group was financially robust, so Hou Long's salary was naturally substantial. He wasn't fond of women or alcohol but had a particular liking for jade stones and could be considered somewhat of an expert. However, with his financial means, acquiring the Black Orchid piece was still somewhat challenging because he remembered that Boss Xiao Hansheng had always wanted to get a high-quality black gemstone to create a set of jewelry for his wife Yang Shuman.
In terms of rarity, this Black Orchid would definitely catch Xiao Hansheng's eye.
"Hou, if you're interested, the price is set. I happen to need some money too," Zhang Yang said directly.
"Actually, it's my Boss who wants to buy it. My Boss has a great affection for his wife, who loves black. He has always wanted to create a high-end black gemstone jewelry set, and this Black Orchid is perfect for that," Hou Long explained. "I'll take a photo and send it back for my Boss to see, then let you know what price he offers. I estimate it will be no problem to get a million."
"Uh, you know this treasure is too expensive, finding a buyer isn't easy. I mentioned thirty million just to..."
"Hou, just take it for now. It's better to see it in person. If he wants it, a million is fine; I won't haggle with you. After payment, you don't need to bring it back." Before Hou Long could finish speaking, Zhang Yang pulled out the egg-sized Black Orchid from his pocket.
"This..." Hou Long's eyes widened in shock as he stared blankly for over ten seconds. Ever since Zhang Yang cut out this Black Orchid, he had already begun to regard the young student with newfound respect. However, such a valuable item was not only being handed over without negotiation but also given to a stranger. Even with a common friend like Black Wolf, it was hard to believe.
"Aren't you afraid I'll run off with the treasure?" Hou Long finally asked after a moment of hesitation.
"Heh," Zhang Yang chuckled and said nothing more.
In the awkward silence, Black Wolf entered the private room of the restaurant. "I say, how did you two end up together?" Black Wolf asked as he sat down.
"This brother of yours struck it rich; he found a Black Orchid while mining jade, just when our Boss wanted to buy an exquisite black gemstone. We met at the gambling stone site," Hou Long introduced with layers of meaning. True to his experience in social settings, he emphasized the fortune first and then briefly explained what was about to happen while glossing over his own losses at gambling stones with just "met at the gambling stone site."
"I don't understand jade; how much is this stone worth?" Black Wolf asked as he picked up the Black Orchid.
"A million is no problem," Hou Long replied.
Black Wolf nearly dropped the Black Orchid in shock and exclaimed, "Wow, this is truly a windfall! Brother Yang here has instantly become a millionaire."
Brother Yang? Hou Long thought to himself. This Zhang Yang looked no older than twenty; yet Han Shenghui, who had recently gained immense fame on Haizhou's streets, was calling him Brother Yang.
"Hey? I said, the expert you mentioned during our last meal, could it be him?" Hou Long suddenly realized that the expert Black Wolf was talking about must be Zhang Yang.
"That's right. Do you want to give it a try?" Black Wolf said with a mischievous smile. He knew that although Hou Long was known as the Sanda King, he definitely had no chance against Zhang Yang's skills.
"Oh? I really want to give it a try," Hou Long replied with a smile. What Black Wolf didn't know was that besides his professional training in Sanda, Hou Long's grandfather was also a martial arts expert. The reason Hou Long could reign supreme in the Sanda scene of Shanhai Province was not only due to his talent and training but also because he had learned a lot from his grandfather's private teachings.
"Today isn't suitable," Zhang Yang suddenly said.
Both Hou Long and Black Wolf were taken aback.
"I'm about to become a millionaire, but fists and kicks have no eyes. If I get injured by Brother Hou, then I won't be able to enjoy this large sum of money I've just earned," Zhang Yang gestured exaggeratedly.
"Hahahaha..." The three of them burst into laughter together. Hou Long understood Zhang Yang's meaning; it seemed like modesty but was actually great arrogance. If he injured Hou Long during their match, the deal for Black Orchid would be delayed, and such a significant transaction was indeed more important than a sparring match.
"Brother Hou should take one percent of the commission for his effort, and Brother Black Wolf lent me money before, so he should also take one percent today. Brother Hou, I'll leave this matter to you," Zhang Yang said while lightly cupping his hands in salute. For something worth ten million, one percent would be one hundred thousand. Although it was almost a no-cost deal, Zhang Yang's incredible generosity once again shocked Hou Long.
"It seems that the title 'Brother Yang' is not just a whim," Hou Long thought to himself. "Once this deal is done, I must have a good spar with him."
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