Let me be your son-in-law?
Li Yang was stunned. Was there such a good thing in the world?
And when did I become such a sought-after commodity, so likable?
"Auntie, are you sure I'm suitable?"
"Absolutely suitable," Mrs. Murong said immediately. "As long as Mr. Li agrees, I'll create a good opportunity for you two to be alone tonight!"
"Thank you for your kindness, Auntie, but I'd like to consider this matter further." Li Yang thought about it and still refused.
He already had quite a few women around him. If he added Murong Xue to the mix, what about his career?
However, Mrs. Murong had already set her mind on him. She grabbed his hand and said, "Don't refuse, Mr. Li. Please, you must agree to my request, or I'll kneel down to you."
"Auntie, please don't do that." Li Yang was startled. Seeing that she was serious about kneeling, he quickly said, "I didn't say I wouldn't agree, I just need to consider it."
"No need to consider. It's tonight. I'll call you and create an opportunity!" Mrs. Murong said immediately.
Li Yang said helplessly, "Alright, then I'll try tonight."
"That's great! I knew Mr. Li wouldn't stand by and do nothing." Mrs. Murong's face lit up with a brilliant smile when he agreed.
Although she was over forty, she was still charming. When she smiled, she possessed a unique feminine allure.
Li Yang took a breath and said, "Auntie, you don't need to be so anxious. A woman as outstanding as Group Leader Murong surely won't lack suitors."
"Mr. Li, you're too optimistic. A woman is a flower at eighteen, and after that, she wilts more and more. Thirty is the limit."
Mrs. Murong shook her head. "If she remains single any longer, she might never find a man in this lifetime."
"But now that Mr. Li has agreed, I'm completely at ease. Uncle Peng, hurry up and serve the food."
"Yes, sister-in-law." Uncle Peng quickly brought over the dishes.
"Mr. Li, this is very delicious. Please eat more."
"Thank you, Auntie. You eat too."
"I've eaten my fill. You eat."
"Thank you, Auntie."
After this meal, Li Yang left the restaurant, citing an urgent matter.
Watching him drive away, Mrs. Murong said with a face full of smiles, "This Mr. Li truly has both talent and looks. If Ah Xue can be with him, I'll be at peace for the rest of my life."
"The task of parents is considered completely fulfilled."
"Sister-in-law, don't worry. I think the two young people are getting along very well. They will definitely end up together," Uncle Peng said with a smile.
After leaving the restaurant, Li Yang drove aimlessly, eventually ending up at the antique street.
During the day, business at the antique street was rather slow. Experienced vendors would not set up stalls at this time; instead, they would go to source goods, rest, or do other things.
Only those new to the business or those who couldn't sit still would set up stalls in broad daylight.
Seeing Li Yang get out of the BMW, several stall owners in their early forties immediately brightened up and beckoned him over.
"Boss, take a look at my top-quality jade bracelets. Treasures from the Tang Dynasty, exceptionally good."
"Young man, come and take a look here."
"Good stuff, buy good stuff. Guaranteed value for money! Sir, please come and take a look."
"Thank you, no need." Li Yang glanced at these items, shook his head slightly, and continued walking forward.
He looked at more than a dozen stalls but found nothing to his liking.
However, this was also to be expected.
After all, finding treasures depended on luck; just having discerning eyes wasn't enough.
Li Yang sighed inwardly. Just as he was about to turn and leave to look elsewhere,
Suddenly, his eyes caught a glint of light. He was immediately delighted but maintained a casual demeanor, walking unhurriedly to a stall owner and pointing at a porcelain vase. "Boss, this item of yours looks quite unusual. How do you plan to sell it?"
"Good eye, sir." The boss glanced at his porcelain vase. Its shape was oval, with several patterns on its belly, each standing independently. It did look quite beautiful.
However, he didn't know its origin or believe it to be a treasure.
But that didn't stop him from talking nonsense. "The origin of this item of mine is quite significant. Look at these patterns, each one is different. Ordinary porcelain doesn't have this."
"Indeed. So, how much is it specifically?" Li Yang nodded in agreement.
The boss smiled and said, "Seeing that you're a knowledgeable person, I'll sell this treasure to you at a lower price. How about ten thousand yuan?"
"This..."
Li Yang put on a look of feigned difficulty, squatted down to examine the porcelain vase, and after a full half-minute, he said, "I only have a thousand yuan in my pocket. If you're willing, boss, I'll pay. If not, I'll leave now."
As he spoke, he took out a thousand yuan in cash.
Seeing the money, the boss's eyes immediately gleamed. He grabbed the cash and laughed, "Although it's a lot less, I see you have a very good countenance, sir. You have good affinity. I'll sell this porcelain vase to you at a loss. One thousand it is."
"Thank you, boss." Li Yang immediately reached out and picked up the vase, feeling an indescribable joy in his heart.
The stall owner was completely unaware, immersed in the joy of having made a fortune.
He glanced at Li Yang and almost burst into laughter. He had bought this vase as part of a bulk lot from the old furniture trading market for only thirty yuan.
To be able to resell it for a thousand yuan was an incredible profit.
"Mr. Li, take care. Come back and patronize me next time if you have the chance."
"I will definitely come if I have the chance," Li Yang smiled and walked towards his car.
He was already very satisfied to have found such a great bargain here.
Just as he was about to open the car door, a fragrant breeze wafted into his nostrils. Immediately, he saw a petite, cute, and somewhat mischievous young girl, wearing a pair of women's leather shoes, running over and smiling, "Brother Li, we meet again. What a coincidence."
"Heh heh." Li Yang gave a dry chuckle. Why did he have to run into this woman again? What a nuisance.
This woman was none other than the honorary president of the Jiangcheng Antique and Jade Association, Grandson of President Feng, Fang Xiaoqing.
Before he could even speak, Fang Xiaoqing familiarly hooked her arm around his and asked with a giggle, "Brother Li, this vase you're holding... why does it look a bit strange to me?"
"Could it be some great treasure?"