Peach Blossom Divine Medical God Chapter 1923 - 1917: Top-Level Standard

After two careful inspections, verifying its perfectly symmetrical posture, he gave a nod. "You may commence cutting."

"Understood, let's begin then."

The proprietor activated the machinery, and the blade whirred to life, poised to slice through the stone.

As the machine's hum intensified, the murmurs and taunts from the crowd faded into silence.

Every eye was now fixed upon the very stone Chen Yang had chosen.

Beneath the collective gaze of everyone present, the blade began its slow descent into the stone.

"Can you make out anything within? I can't see a thing."

"The piece is quite small; it's genuinely difficult to discern the interior."

"We'll only know for sure once it's fully cut open. Still, I doubt anything substantial will emerge. Perhaps a sliver of green if we're lucky."

Confidence in the stone selected by Chen Yang was nowhere to be found.

Chen Yang's selected material was rather diminutive, allowing for a swift cutting process; within mere moments, the piece was cleaved in two!

Due to its small dimensions, a clear view of the interior wasn't possible without completely revealing it.

"Boss, hurry and take it out for us to see! I'm extremely curious about this fellow's supposed skills." Young Master Jin urged the proprietor to reveal the contents, as he too was unable to see clearly.

"Certainly."

The proprietor obliged, switching off the machine. He carefully extracted the stone from its clamp and proceeded to open it before the assembled crowd.

The instant the stone was opened, a collective, sharp intake of breath swept through the venue – no other sound could be heard.

Shock was etched onto every face!

For what lay revealed was a vibrant, emerald-green hue of the highest quality!

Top-grade jade!

The discovery didn't end there; the green within was extensive. Apart from a thin outer layer of skin, almost the entirety of the interior was saturated with this brilliant green.

In their industry lingo, this would be termed striking it rich – a true treasure trove.

Finding such a stone over a lifetime would be considered a monumental achievement.

"How... How is this even possible!" Young Master Jin stammered, his eyes wide in disbelief, as if he had witnessed a specter.

The proprietor, holding the opened stone, was equally astonished, his hands trembling noticeably.

Having been in this trade for so many years, he had rarely, if ever, encountered such a remarkable find. It was truly astounding.

Perfect.

Absolutely flawless!

Amidst his shock, the proprietor's heart ached.

He had sold this particular piece for a mere ten thousand yuan. Had he possessed any inkling of its true value, he would have certainly cut it himself and reaped a colossal fortune.

The profit would have been at least several hundred, if not thousands, of times his initial investment!

"By the heavens, top-grade jade! How many times do you think this will multiply in value?"

"This... What in the world is happening? This saturation, this color..."

...

A half-minute silence gripped the venue before it erupted into a cacophony.

Once the initial shock subsided, the onlookers burst into animated discussion.

Who had ever witnessed such a spectacle?

Who could have possibly predicted that such an unassuming stone would yield such an extraordinary gem?

It was a turn of events utterly beyond anyone's anticipation.

The sheer amazement of the crowd even spurred influential figures to express their desire to acquire the two pieces on the spot.

"Young man, we judged you prematurely earlier; I truly didn't realize you possessed such genuine skill. You have my admiration. Would you be inclined to sell this to me? Name your price." A proprietor courteously approached Chen Yang.

The quality of the jade Chen Yang had revealed was virtually unmatched.

Such a caliber of jade, once expertly cut and polished, was guaranteed to command an exceptional price, prompting this immediate offer.

However, Chen Yang had no intention of parting with it; it was intended as a gift for Wang Jingman's father.

"I have no intention of selling it; I'm keeping it." Chen Yang politely declined the offer and then turned his gaze, unceremoniously, towards the stunned Young Master Jin.

"What else do you have to say now?" Chen Yang inquired with a smile.

Hearing this, Young Master Jin's face flushed crimson with profound embarrassment.

His previous arrogance was now replaced by a deep sense of shame.

Before the contest began, he had spoken with excessive confidence.

Now that the stone had been revealed, the superior quality was evident for all to see; even a novice could discern the vast difference.

The disparity between the two stones was like comparing the heavens to the earth, entirely on different planes.

"Very well, you win! My judgment failed me today, and you were simply lucky to find this!" Young Master Jin stated stubbornly, gritting his teeth.

He held a certain reputation within the local jade market and was naturally unwilling to concede defeat so readily.

Upon hearing these obstinate words, Chen Yang merely offered a slight smile, choosing not to engage in further debate.

"Regardless of anything else, you lost this match. Hand over the one million." Chen Yang had no desire for further conversation; his sole focus was on securing the payment.

Young Master Jin’s expression contorted with pain at the mention of the considerable sum.

After all, a million yuan was no trivial amount, and parting with it was naturally difficult to accept.

However, he had made his declaration before the event commenced and could not possibly go back on his word now.

Attempting to renege might not necessarily lead to severe repercussions, but it would undoubtedly ruin his standing and future dealings in this place.

Thus, in the end, he clenched his jaw and resigned himself to the outcome.

"Give it to him."

Young Master Jin clenched his jaw, issuing instructions to the manager.

The manager was utterly bewildered, unable to grasp how a loss was even possible.

How could such exquisite jade emerge from that particular rough stone?

"Here you go." Though confused, the manager knew a loss was a loss; continued business required them to comply and hand over the payment.

"Haha, in the future, don't take yourself so seriously, understand? You'll only be the one embarrassed in the end." Chen Yang accepted the money, a smile playing on his lips.

Young Master Jin's teeth were grinding so hard they practically ached, yet he remained speechless.

He had already lost this round; any further words would only deepen his humiliation.

"Hand over the rough material." Seeing his opponent's silence, Chen Yang turned to the boss to collect the stone, intending to depart with Wang Jingman.

However, the surrounding crowd erupted, rushing towards Chen Yang with eager entreaties and flattery.

It's often said that aligning oneself with a powerful figure brings prosperity.

Having witnessed the earlier events, they now viewed Chen Yang as a highly capable individual and naturally sought to establish a favorable connection, hoping for future benefits.

But Chen Yang harbored no interest in these sycophants.

With a few dismissive words, he turned away from the crowd, collected his winnings, and left with Wang Jingman.

Wang Jingman was ecstatic, her admiration for Chen Yang soaring.

He was far more remarkable than she had imagined, and every word he spoke had proven true.

"Chen Yang, how did you know my chosen stone wouldn't yield results? You're truly incredible; I'm so impressed," Wang Jingman gazed at him, her eyes sparkling like a devoted fan.

"I simply saw it with my own eyes," Chen Yang replied with a slight chuckle, offering a simple explanation.

"What? Saw it with your eyes? How is that even possible?" Wang Jingman's skepticism surfaced, sensing he might be brushing her off.

In truth, Chen Yang had indeed seen it with his own eyes.

Wasn't it effortless for someone at his Gathering Spirit realm to discern the contents of a stone?

"I don't quite know how to explain it to you. Once you reach my cultivation level, you'll naturally come to understand," Chen Yang, aware of Wang Jingman's limited comprehension, added this further remark.

Hearing this, Wang Jingman ceased her questioning.

Instead, boundless joy filled her at having acquired such a magnificent stone and, moreover, earning a substantial sum of one million.

The monetary gain might have been significant, but the sheer delight she felt was even greater.

Engaging in pleasant conversation, they strolled away from the bustling jade market.

As they departed, Wang Jingman suddenly recalled their original reason for being there: wasn't it to investigate Uncle Chen Tianmin?

Why were they leaving now, having only purchased a stone?

"Chen Yang, shouldn't we be searching for members of the enemy alliance? Why did we leave so abruptly?" Wang Jingman inquired softly.

Without turning his head, Chen Yang gently pulled Wang Jingman along, whispering, "A fish has already taken the bait. Follow me closely and remain silent."