Lin Yang didn't understand jade, but this piece of jade was indeed as lustrous as the salesperson said, giving off a calming feeling from afar.
As for whether it was worth the price, he didn't know.
Lin Yang turned to ask Hu Qian, "What do you think of this jade?"
"This is a top-grade mutton-fat white jade, flawless throughout. It's a good item."
Hu Qian had some knowledge of jade, and she recognized the extraordinary quality of this piece at a glance.
Lin Yang understood Hu Qian's meaning. This jade was worth 880,000, and with today's 12% discount, it was less than 800,000 after the discount.
His mother's health hadn't been very good, so buying a piece of jade for her to nourish her body would be good.
Thinking of this, Lin Yang made up his mind and said to the salesperson, "Alright, wrap it up."
The salesperson, an older woman, saw that Lin Yang wanted it and immediately smiled even more brightly, busily starting to pack it. Her hands trembled slightly with excitement, but her movements were still swift.
She was like a child, so happy she could almost jump, secretly congratulating herself on meeting such a generous customer.
After Lin Yang finished selecting, Hu Qian picked out a jade bracelet for her mother's birthday present at the counter and had it checked out along with Lin Yang's purchases.
More than a dozen gold bracelets, plus the mutton-fat white jade and the jade bracelet, totaled 1.72 million after the discount.
When Lin Yang paid and left, the store manager and six store Colleague stood together at the entrance to see him off.
"Please take care, Boss. Welcome to visit again."
They bowed neatly, their faces filled with enthusiastic smiles, and their voices loud and respectful.
They only returned to the store after Lin Yang and Hu Qian had walked far away and were out of sight.
"All of you, come over here."
Back in the store, the manager immediately gathered all the store Colleague, his expression turning serious; he was about to give a lecture.
The store Colleague quickly gathered around, their faces still showing the excitement from just having served a distinguished guest, but now they all composed themselves, standing obediently, waiting for the manager to speak.
"You all saw that customer just now."
The manager's gaze swept over each store Colleague as he spoke earnestly, "He was dressed very ordinarily, not like a rich person, but he spent over a million without batting an eye. If you were like some store Colleague who look down on customers and are indifferent to them, they would just leave."
The manager continued, "Today I'll teach you another trick: don't judge a customer's financial strength by what they wear, but rather by their demeanor and eyes.
When that customer first entered the store, he scanned all the counters. His eyes showed no fluctuation, what does this indicate?
It indicates that these items are nothing to him.
This was later confirmed; he could remain calm even after seeing the 880,000 mutton-fat white jade. Such a person is immeasurable.
…"
The store Colleague all listened attentively, some nodding thoughtfully, others showing expressions of sudden realization.
"Today, I want to especially praise Sister Huang."
The manager's gaze fell on the shrewd older woman, "She has good judgment, knowing the customer had financial strength and a need, and immediately recommended the store's most prized treasure. Your bonus this month will be doubled!"
Sister Huang was already overjoyed from selling the store's prized treasure, and now hearing about the doubled bonus, she was even more ecstatic, her smile stretching to her ears.
She quickly said, "It's all because of the manager's good teaching."
The manager nodded with satisfaction, then allowed all the store Colleague to return to their posts.
The store Colleague dispersed, returning to their positions, each silently pondering the day's events.
Fortunately, the manager usually taught them not to look down on people, that every customer who enters the store should be treated with enthusiasm.
After walking a few steps on the second floor, Hu Qian led Lin Yang into a clothing store, preparing to pick out a gift for her father.
Lin Yang looked up and saw the large "Amani" logo at the entrance; this was a luxury store.
In the past, Lin Yang had always kept his distance from such luxury stores.
Every time he passed by the store entrance, he would feel uncomfortable, walking far around it.
But now, he could walk into this store openly and confidently, without the slightest nervousness or unease.
This was the confidence that came with wealth; those things that once deterred him were no longer unattainable dreams.
The store's interior design was simple yet elegant, with soft lighting illuminating each exquisite item, as if shrouding them in a mysterious veil.
Large fashion posters hung on the walls, showcasing the latest seasonal trends, and the models' confident smiles and elegant postures were captivating.
The air was filled with a faint scent of perfume, a unique fragrance exclusive to luxury stores, as if narrating the brand's history and cultural heritage.
Lin Yang followed behind Hu Qian, slowly strolling through the store.
His gaze swept over the displayed items one by one: exquisitely tailored suits, uniquely designed leather shoes, and stylish ties and belts.
These items, whether in terms of material or craftsmanship, were first-class, with every detail handled just right.
…
The mall on the weekend was bustling with people, lively and vibrant.
Li Xiaojia and her best friend were leisurely shopping, enjoying this rare leisure time.
They moved between various stores, occasionally stopping to look at the items displayed in the windows, commenting on the beautiful clothes and exquisite accessories.
Suddenly, her best friend grabbed Li Xiaojia, her eyes wide, her face filled with surprise, pointing forward and excitedly saying, "Look quickly, isn't that your poor boyfriend Lin Yang!"
Li Xiaojia subconsciously looked in the direction her best friend pointed and indeed saw Lin Yang's figure.
He was walking into the Amani store with Hu Qian.
Li Xiaojia's heart suddenly trembled, but she feigned composure and quickly retorted, "That's my ex-boyfriend; we broke up more than half a year ago!"
Her best friend pouted and said disdainfully, "Yes, yes, yes, ex-boyfriend. Luckily you broke up with him early. I heard he was fired from the factory a few days ago, and now he probably can't even afford food, yet he still dares to enter a luxury store. He's really just putting on a show."
Li Xiaojia frowned slightly and said nothing, her gaze still fixed on Lin Yang, but a ripple stirred in her heart.
"How did he manage to meet such a beautiful woman after breaking up with me!"
Her best friend seemed oblivious to Li Xiaojia's unusual behavior and continued to prattle on, "My boyfriend is his Colleague, and his income isn't high either. When I find someone richer, I'll dump him too."
As her best friend spoke, she pulled Li Xiaojia towards the Amani store, "Let's go take a look too. I want to see his embarrassed look when he gets kicked out by the store Colleague for not being able to afford anything!"
The two walked to the entrance of the Amani store, and through the display window, they could see Lin Yang and Hu Qian selecting items inside.
Lin Yang's eyes revealed a sense of composure and confidence, and his demeanor was elegant, as if he had become one with the luxurious environment.
Hu Qian, on the other hand, occasionally offered suggestions from the side, and the two chatted and laughed, appearing very intimate.
Her best friend looked at the scene before her and couldn't help but exclaim, "How dare he, so poor yet he dares to enter a luxury store! What a show-off! Let's go in and expose him!"
Li Xiaojia bit her lip, her heart a mix of emotions, feeling as if she had missed an important opportunity.
She felt that the current Lin Yang was different from before; he was confident and generous in the store, not at all like someone who couldn't afford things.
"Did I really misjudge him back then? Was he actually a rich person?"
Her best friend's boyfriend was Lin Yang's Colleague. When Li Xiaojia went with her best friend to find her boyfriend, she saw Lin Yang and was immediately attracted by his handsome appearance.
She had actively pursued Lin Yang back then, and it took a long time before Lin Yang reluctantly agreed.
Not long after they got together, she discovered that Lin Yang was very poor and couldn't give her what she wanted, so she immediately broke up with him.
She never expected to encounter him again today, and he was even entering a luxury store with a beautiful woman.