Starting to Gain Experience from Push-Ups Chapter 993 - 497: Gifts and Remuneration

Inside the silver suitcase, a thick layer of black velvet is laid out, as if it can absorb all stray light.

Several sets of jewelry lie quietly within, exuding a luxurious texture.

The chill of diamonds, the passion of gemstones, and the warmth of jade interweave under the lights, creating a brilliance with distinct layers, shining brightly.

Everyone’s gaze was momentarily captivated by this box full of treasures, and even their breathing subconsciously became a bit lighter.

"Due to the time being tight, there wasn’t enough time to go to the auction house to bid for better items, so I could only bring these sets from the family vault that we had on hand."

Chen Xu’an took in the expressions of the Illuminati members, then slightly smiled, genuinely adding:

"I thought that since everyone is returning to East Capital, you should bring back some local specialties."

"Although these trinkets are not exactly rare treasures, they are convenient to carry. Whether the ladies use them personally or the gentlemen take them back as gifts for the elders at home, they qualify as presentable souvenirs.

"I have prepared a gift for every member of the Illuminati with care, so please don’t be polite, feel free to choose whichever set you like."

This so-called "souvenir" from Chen Xu’an indeed hit home for everyone.

"Wow—"

Bai Ling couldn’t help but exclaim in awe, her eyes shining like stars: "These pieces of jewelry are just too beautiful!"

Her gaze stayed glued to that set of ruby jewelry, unable to look away, wanting to reach out and touch but feeling a little embarrassed.

Though she was used to seeing treasures in previous missions, deep down she was still a girl who had a natural attraction to such glistening items.

Lin Chuqiao remained much more reserved, but couldn’t help but take a longer look at the jade necklace, her gaze lingering noticeably for a few more seconds.

She came from an eminent background and naturally knew her stuff.

This piece of imperial jade had pure texture and rich color. If it were on the market, it wouldn’t go for less than seven or eight million.

Observing their reactions, Chen Xu’an quickly smiled and made a gesture of invitation, signaling the two ladies to feel free in choosing.

Pan Wendi moved over for a closer look and smacked his lips, praising:

"Wow, there’s no denying Tian Nan’s richest man, who made his fortune from jewelry; coming out with imperial jade and blood-red pigeon’s egg rubies like it’s nothing."

"Young Master Chen, your generosity puts those so-called noble sons of East Capital to shame."

Chen Xu’an modestly waved his hand:

"Young Master Pan flatters me; it’s just a humble gift."

Fang Cheng glanced at the box of sparkling treasures, raising an eyebrow as he spoke:

"Mr. Chen, isn’t this gift a bit too generous?"

"Mr. Bai, you overstate."

Chen Xu’an hurriedly bowed, his expression growing a tad more severe:

"Compared to rescuing my entire Chen family from disaster, these material things are as light as a feather. If you don’t accept them, I simply cannot find peace of mind."

Seeing his resolute attitude, Fang Cheng decided not to refuse anymore.

He thought of his mother, who had worked hard all her life and never wore any decent jewelry.

His gaze fell on one of the jade bracelets, which seemed perfect to take back for her regular health care.

"Since it’s Mr. Chen’s heartfelt intention, it would be rude of me to reject it."

Seeing Fang Cheng nod his consent, Chen Xu’an visibly breathed a sigh of relief, his face once again lighting up with a smile.

He then turned his head, gesturing toward the two bodyguards behind him with a wave.

The two bodyguards immediately picked up the suitcase and stepped forward.

"Click, click, click."

Three more crisp sounds followed.

The remaining three silver suitcases were opened in succession and arranged on the coffee table.

This time the visual impact, though not as dazzling as before, was more direct and perhaps even more overwhelming.

Inside the boxes, there was no fancy decoration, only a neat stack of pristine hundred-dollar bills.

The bright red color connected into a solid patch, emitting a unique, adrenaline-pumping fresh ink aroma.

And in the third suitcase, aside from the tightly packed stacks of bills at the bottom, a brown paper envelope was placed on top.

The air in the living room seemed to freeze for a moment.

Ye Zhiran’s hand, which was adjusting his glasses, trembled slightly.

While he managed to keep his composure when seeing the jewelry, how the cash made his eyes instantly flash with a wolf-like green light.

For an organization urgently in need of funding for development, these banknotes were dearer than kin.

Chen Xu’an pointed at the three suitcases, respectfully addressing Fang Cheng:

"Mr. Bai, there are twenty million in cash here, which is personal compensation from our Chen family for you."

Fang Cheng was slightly taken aback, puzzled:

"I accepted a task from Naihe Bridge, and since it has been resolved, the platform will naturally settle the payment. You don’t need to pay extra."

Yet Chen Xu’an shook his head, his gaze sweeping over those present, his tone exceptionally firm:

"The money from Naihe Bridge is the reward for you solving the Black Magic Case for the Chen family, that is a separate matter."

"And this sum..."

Pointing at the suitcase, he raised his voice slightly:

"Is to repay you for personally driving away strong adversaries, saving my Chen family from the calamity of annihilation."

"That night, had it not been for your valiant efforts, our Chen family would have perished. Such a life-saving grace cannot be measured by a mere tens of millions."

"You must accept this money, or else I, Chen Xu’an, would be an ungrateful scoundrel!"

His words were heartfelt, even imbued with the hearty righteousness of someone from the Martial World.

Without waiting for Fang Cheng’s response, Chen Xu’an had already reached into the third suitcase and pulled out that thin check from the document bag.

Then, holding it with both hands, he offered it to Fang Cheng, speaking with even more sincerity:

"Additionally, here is an anonymous check for fifty million."

"I know the ’Illuminati’ has been established not long ago and needs support in various aspects. Consider this as my personal contribution to the organization, hoping it can help the Illuminati’s development."