You're Proud, I'm Arrogant

Liang Haiqing's influence in the jewelry industry was not as great as he had imagined.

To set an example, he had spoken with his friends from Dragon City and given up competing for the remaining jade stones.

But the others did not appreciate the gesture. There were few kind-hearted people who could establish themselves in the jewelry business.

Henglong showed complete confidence in Feng Jun, but the more confident they seemed, the more decisively the others bid. It was all a routine—like anyone had not seen this sort of thing before.

After the next two jade stones were auctioned off, Henglong realized they had made the wrong move. The others simply did not believe Feng Jun could produce a large quantity of jade.

For a moment, Liang Haiqing did not know whether to laugh or be angry. I was trying to save you people money, and you actually... actually did this...

His friend from Dragon City was a man in his thirties, wearing glasses and looking refined and scholarly. Seeing this, the man smiled faintly. "President Liang, it seems everyone... isn't giving you much face."

"Young Master Ye, you've seen something embarrassing," Liang Haiqing replied with a helpless smile. "We people from Funiu are like this. We're rather shortsighted. Only benefits already in hand count as real benefits. We're a little too profit-driven."

Young Master Ye gave him a half-smiling glance. "Since no one acknowledges your judgment, we might as well enter the bidding too."

"That absolutely won't do," Liang Haiqing said, startled. No matter how formidable people from Dragon City are, they cannot completely disregard the local powers. Even a mighty dragon cannot crush a local snake.

He hurriedly lowered his voice. "If you make a move again, I truly won't be able to show my face anymore. Please