Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 105 Unyielding in His Decision Not to Sell

Hayley’s POV:

+8 Pearls

Benjamin studied the uncut rock and instructed, “Have him start from the lower right corner, but make sure to take it slow.”

I conveyed his directions, and the rock cutter promptly adjusted his technique, beginning from the specified area.

As soon as the blade touched the surface, flashes of green burst forth from the rock.

The spectators‘ faces lit up with excitement. “I see green! It has to be an emerald!”

All eyes were glued to the rock, and whispers of hope spread among the crowd. “This looks promising; it could yield a valuable emerald.”

The buzz around me made my stomach knot as I focused on the rock. Gradually, the green patches spread, revealing a rich hue that far surpassed that of typical emeralds.

“It’s a Viridian emerald!” someone exclaimed from the audience, instantly sparking a wave of enthusiasm.

I’ve worked in this industry for years, and I’ve never seen a Viridian emerald come from this street. It’s unbelievable to witness one today!

“Wait a minute; it’s only revealed an inch of green so far. We don’t know how large it could be. If it’s just a tiny emerald, it won’t hold much value.”

As I absorbed their conversations, my gaze remained fixed on the rock. Here was an unassuming piece that had disclosed a Viridian emerald. It’s common knowledge that gold holds its value, but emeralds are truly priceless. If this rock indeed turned out to be a Vindian emerald, we could be on the verge of a significant windfall.

“Excuse me, miss, is this rock yours?” asked an older gentleman from France. I quickly shook my head and replied, “This rock isn’t mine; it belongs to my boss.”

He then shifted his focus to Benjamin, speaking in fluent English, “Sir, would you be willing to sell this rock? I’m prepared to pay ten times what you paid.”

I was stunned.

times the price?! I recalled that this rock cost 75,000 dollars. Selling

the offer, but I have no

‘You don’t know what else lies within. If you sell it to me now, you won’t regret it. If the emerald stops here, the rock will be worthless, and the emerald won’t hold

in his decision not to sell.

emerald is rare; you’ve simply gotten lucky with this small green patch. With rocks

1/3

Fri, Jan 3 GB

105 Unyielding in His Decision Not to Sell

囧螓274%童

+8 Pearls

back, “If you think it’s worthless, why are you trying to buy it? You’re clearly aware it’s a bad

move?”

man’s face turned crimson at my response, and he

only because Benjamin

the thought aside.

me a knowing glance and remarked, “I didn’t expect you to be

just stating the facts. His attempt to take advantage of us was painfully obvious. Does he

rock. “Do you believe

respond. We both watched intently as the cutting progressed, the green

betting; my heart raced with anticipation, and I was afraid to blink,

cutting finished, a stunningly colored Viridian emerald was revealed. The rock cutter, staring at the vivid green gem in his hands, appeared utterly amazed.

another eager individual approached. This

buyer paused to think, then replied, “Five million dollars!”

astonished. A rock that cost 75

Benjamin merely shook his head. “That price doesnt align with my expectations. I’m sorry.”

clearly surprised, raised his offer. “Eight million–this

still appeared unmoved.