"Since that's the case, let's head into the inner city," Lu Fan nodded. "It's just that my fingers are itching."
Xiao Qi took the lead into the inner city. With a master like Lu Fan, even if they entered the inner city, they wouldn't be cheated.
However, after only a few steps, Xiao Qi suddenly stopped. Lin Ke also looked forward. On the street of the antique city, a woman met their gaze.
"Team Leader Zhou, why are you also in the Gemstone City? What a coincidence!" Xiao Qi said with an awkward laugh, looking quite nervous. This was his direct superior.
Lin Ke also felt unnatural, while Lu Fan remained expressionless.
Team Leader Zhou stood by, somewhat at a loss. She glanced at Lu Fan out of the corner of her eye before smiling, "What a coincidence, running into you here!"
"Hello, I'm Lin Ke's family," Lu Fan smiled. "Since we're all in Gemstone City, why don't we go together?"
"Together?" Team Leader Zhou was taken aback and quickly nodded, "Alright! Let's go together then."
Xiao Qi looked embarrassed and glared at Lu Fan. Team Leader Zhou was someone he tried to avoid, and with Lu Fan inviting her, how could he act freely? "You're quite the social butterfly!"
"Lin Ke's colleagues are my colleagues, so it's natural to get acquainted," Lu Fan shrugged. "I'm not wrong about that, am I?"
"Of course not. We're all friends and should help each other. Feel free to contact me if you need anything in the future," Team Leader Zhou quickly said, her tone softening.
Lin Ke and Xiao Qi exchanged glances. They had never seen Team Leader Zhou act so gently, appearing somewhat reserved in front of Lu Fan.
"Ahem, I'm a bit thirsty. There's a coffee shop ahead, and I'd like to sit there for a bit," Xiao Qi said awkwardly. "Do you guys want to come?"
"I'll go!" Lin Ke quickly replied.
"In that case, Team Leader Zhou and I will have a look around," Lu Fan smiled. "It's my first time in Gemstone City. If I don't explore a bit more, wouldn't that be a waste?"
Xiao Qi and Lin Ke went to the coffee shop and ordered a coffee before finally relaxing.
"That was too fast! You hooked up with her right in front of me."
Xiao Qi spoke, "Lin Ke, don't you think Team Leader Zhou is interested in your Brother Lu Fan?"
"How is that possible!" Lin Ke shook her head. "You only met today."
"I also find it a bit strange. Team Leader Zhou is usually very aloof. Her being so enthusiastic today is a bit abnormal," Xiao Qi said helplessly.
"She's serious at work and relaxed after work. I quite like Team Leader Zhou's personality," Lin Ke smiled.
Meanwhile, inside a shop, Lu Fan and Team Leader Zhou were looking at stones. Team Leader Zhou remained subdued, not daring to speak directly to Lu Fan.
"You don't need to put on such an act. Just be yourself," Lu Fan said. "After work, we're all friends."
"Thank you, Mr. Lu!" Team Leader Zhou nodded repeatedly.
"What are you guys chatting about? You seem to be having a lively conversation!" Xiao Qi walked over, holding a cup of coffee. "Team Leader Zhou bought this for you specifically."
"You're too kind!" Team Leader Zhou smiled.
Lin Ke also brought a cup of coffee to Lu Fan's side.
"Ladies and gentlemen, the stones in our shop have been specially selected, with a fifty percent chance of yielding jade," the owner said, walking over. "This is the inner city of Gemstone City, and the quality is very high. We will never cheat customers."
"When I was looking outside, the stones cost hundreds or thousands. I didn't expect the stones here to be priced in the tens of thousands!" Lin Ke exclaimed in surprise.
"This is the inner city, so the quality is better," Team Leader Zhou reminded them.
"Owner, your shop has many exquisite stones, but none of them catch my eye," Lu Fan said with a wry smile. "Are there no other treasures?"
"To be honest, a fifty percent chance of yielding jade from these piles of stones is already the rarest of the rare," the shop owner said helplessly.
Lu Fan frowned. While these stones could indeed yield jade, it was all ordinary jade. Buying stones at a high price and then not getting enough jade to cover the cost would be a losing proposition.
"If you think my place isn't good enough, you can try Fan Xian Pavilion. Their quality is not low," the owner said directly. "Not long ago, Fan Xian Pavilion had many fine jades appear."
"The Fan Xian Pavilion you're talking about, is it the Fan Xian Stone Pavilion in Gemstone City?"
Team Leader Zhou asked directly, "The stones there are indeed good, and the chance of yielding jade is high, but the prices are extremely exorbitant. Gambling for stones there might lead to bankruptcy."
"So, each place has its own principles for survival," the owner smiled. "My shop can't compare to Fan Xian Pavilion, but at least it yields high-quality jade and is absolutely honest."
"Let's go to Fan Xian Pavilion and have a look!" Lu Fan said directly and walked towards the exit.
Team Leader Zhou could only lead the way. The stones at Fan Xian Pavilion were expensive, but that was for her level. For Lu Fan, it might not be the case.
Upon arriving at the Fan Xian Stone Pavilion, they could smell a pleasant fragrance even before entering. Inside the pavilion, there were many beautiful young women to greet them. Su Dan Novel Network.
"The service here is excellent!" Xiao Qi exclaimed enviously. "And so attentive!"
"Within the entire Gemstone City, Fan Xian Stone Pavilion is the largest gemstone merchant," Team Leader Zhou said directly. "It's said to be established by the Gambling King of Qingzhou, and it has authoritative representation."
"So it's established by the Gambling King himself. No wonder it's so impressive," Xiao Qi nodded quickly.
Entering the Fan Xian Pavilion, they were dazzled. There were countless stones, divided into many categories, with prices varying accordingly.
"Good heavens, this stone is priced at one million. How much profit would it take to cover that?" Xiao Qi exclaimed in surprise.
Lin Ke also observed, feeling somewhat shocked, especially seeing the marked prices, which caught her off guard.
"Which stone do you require, esteemed customers?" a service attendant approached.
"We'll have a look around first. If we're interested, we'll naturally purchase," Lu Fan said softly. "But within Gemstone City, Fan Xian Pavilion should be the best of the best, right?"
"Sir, you are correct. Fan Xian Pavilion was created by the Stone King and will never pass off inferior goods as high-quality ones," the service attendant smiled.
"Could you please tell us the origin of these stones!"
Xiao Qi looked at the staff member, feeling curious.
The staff member patiently explained, their demeanor even more gentle. This was Fan Xian Pavilion, established by the Gambling King himself, and both the service and facilities were extremely satisfactory.
"Brother Lu Fan, you know something about gambling for stones. With so many stones, can you tell which one is the most valuable!" Lin Ke looked at Lu Fan.
"There shouldn't be any problem!" Lu Fan nodded. "Let me take a good look."