Alpha Hayley's Destined Mate by Andrea Townsend

Chapter 110 Uncover Higher–Quality Raw Stones.

Hayley’s POV:

+8 Pearls

The following day, I accompanied Benjamin back to the rock betting establishment, opting for a different narrow street this time.

This particular area lacked the numerous raw stone shops that crowded the main street; instead, only a few scattered workshops were situated along the path.

Curiosity bubbled within me, prompting me to ask, “Why have we come to this place?”

Benjamin responded, “Fewer people frequent this area, which means we might uncover higher–quality raw

stones

I nodded, understanding his point, and stepped into one of the raw stone shops. It was at that moment he added, “Select the pieces you think are the best. Consider this a chance to practice.”

I wasn’t entirely clear on Benjamin’s intention, but since I was eager to learn about rock betting from him. I focused intently on his words.

I began to examine the shop’s inventory and ultimately chose two rocks that seemed promising.

“How much for these two?” I inquired.

The shopkeeper glanced at me and promptly replied. The piece on the left is priced at 200,000, while the one on the right costs 350,000,”

taken aback by the hefty

likelihood of finding emeralds is quite high. If you’re merely browsing, I suggest you visit other shops

I had initially considered following Benjamin’s advice and purchasing the rocks

else!” I declared, turning to Benjamin and pulling him toward a shop. across the street. The rock shop owner, likely realizing I was no longer interested in purchasing, sneered as we left, “You never know who might

Hera, was seething and urged me to confront him, but I kept her in

the idea of engaging in a petty dispute with someone of lower status.

this new store was noticeably quiet; there were no other customers, just the

the rocks here?” I asked, seeking his insight.

around the shop and said, “Take a look for yourself.

to test out.”

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“Feel free to explore! We have the finest rocks available. Choose anything that catches your eye!”

of raw stones on display and eventually. settled on two pieces. “Could you cut these

my sudden decisiveness. Are you certain you want these?

I pulled out my card and swiped it for

the shopkeeper beamed. “In that case, let my cutter

for you.”“

I didn’t have to cover

long, the owner called for the rock cutter,

eye, miss; these rocks seem quite promising,” the owner praised, lifting

chosen.