An Understated Dominance by Marina Vittori

Chapter 863

Nikki frowned, “What do you mean? You’re not selling it directly to us?”

“Recently, I’ve received many inquiries about the Jade Maiden Scripture. I was in a difficult position and was unable to make a decision.

“That was why I gathered everyone here to discuss the price collectively. It would be fairer this way,” Samuel explained.

“Fair?”

Dustin shook his head with a smile. “Mr. Franklin, you have a gift for words. You’re raising the price without reason yet making it sound sophisticated.”

Gathering all the buyers to discuss the price collectively was an obvious attempt to start a bidding war. That way, the price of the Jade Maiden Scripture would surge dramatically. It was a cunning strategy indeed.

“You flatter me, mister. I’m a humble merchant who hopes to earn a little extra profit.”

Samuel continued to smile even when his plan was exposed. He was good at maintaining his composure.

“Hmph! I hate people like you the most” Nikki looked at him contemptuously.

Why couldn’t he just name a price? Those who could afford it would pay, while those who couldn’t could just leave.

much simpler approach. It was such a waste of

ways.

were enjoying their tea, the private room door swung open again.

take a seat.” Samuel remained hospitable and stood up to welcome

nodded. He was

he took a few steps backward and exclaimed in shock,

I know you?” Dustin

mask gulped and realized he had lost

impassively, “My apologies.

scared me!” Nikki was

he had seen a ghost as soon as he walked

the mask took a deep breath and calmly sat. However, he occasionally glanced

time passed, a few more buyers entered the

women were present, dressed in luxury, and

buyers have arrived. Can we start now?” Nikki was getting impatient after waiting

miss. We are missing one last person.” With a gentle

here all day if he doesn’t show up?” Nikki

me for? I’m here!” Just

few arrogant women who