The Understated Dragon Lord

Chapter 168 Greed Leads to Death

Andrew was still somewhat incredulous and reaffirmed, ‘Are you sure that the stone contains the finest quality Imperial Green Jade worth ten billion?

“I am the King of Jade Gambling, and I never rely on luck–only my skill! I am absolutely certain that stone contains the finest quality Imperial Green Jade worth ten billion! Isaac stated confidently and resolutely.

“And if the stone doesn’t contain Imperial Green Jade worth ten billion, what then?” Andrew wanted Isaac to actually put something on the line instead of just spouting words.

Isaac raised his right hand and promised, “The title of the King of Jade Gambling was won by this right hand. If the 8.8 billion–priced stone does not contain the finest quality Imperial Green Jade worth ten billion, I will chop off this hand!”

“Good!” Andrew agreed.

However, Isaac set a condition. “Andrew, since I am risking my right hand, it’s not enough to just give me a billion after winning. If you win the ten billion from this country boy, I want a fair share–at least five billion.”

Isaac was no saint; he was involved in Jade Gambling with Andrew for money. Having now risked his hand, he certainly wanted more. Greed often leads to death!

was stunned, looking disbelievingly at Isaac.

right hand in the wager, Andrew. I think

Imperial Green Jade worth ten billion is in

or not is irrelevant.”

course, Andrew was not willing to spend an extra four

best quality Imperial Green Jade, but the jade inside is irregularly shaped. If you cut it in the wrong direction, you might diminish the value of that ten billion Imperial

that case, you won’t be able to recoup your investment

I checked, that was ten billion

8.8 billion contains the finest quality Imperial Green Jade worth ten billion is because know how to cut it to preserve the

Green Jade!”

at all present. If Andrew didn’t trust him, Isaac didn’t mind tempting other wealthy individuals to purchase

all, the profits, from his previous stone selections were substantial, and his reputation as the King of Jade Gambling

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