The girl selling goods at the market had never seen money before.

In a sense, Bai Jinxuan herself also belongs to this type of retail investor.

However, she recently landed a great deal, so she still needs to assert herself.

The appraiser smiled when he heard Bai Jinxuan's words.

"Of course you're qualified. Why do you ask, Miss? Perhaps you'd like to go to the main venue and join in the fun?"

"Can't I go?"

"No, the number of seats at the main venue is limited. What I gave you before was only an admission ticket to a branch venue, which can be said to be the home venue for our chambers of commerce. That's why I was qualified to give you an admission ticket... These things are all predetermined."

Okay, so you mean even if I have money, I still can't get a spot in the main venue to buy the artifact?

Why didn't Jia Ruolin mention this?

Bai Jinxuan was a little anxious. She was too lazy to keep going in circles with the appraiser, so she took out the second diamond directly.

"Given its quality and grade, a starting bid of 20 million shouldn't be a problem, right? Will it be able to get into the main venue?"

"Yes, he's lying by the door."

"Tsk, can this one go into the main venue?"

She took out a third diamond, which was larger and of better quality.

"Can this be brought into the main venue?"

"Yes, kneel under the table."

"Snapped!"

Bai Jinxuan slammed her hand on the table and took out a fourth diamond from her bag. This one was of even higher quality, and the starting bid for the whole thing would be 70 million.

"With this and this, can we stand and enter the main venue?"

"We can stand here at the first sub-venue."

"Hey... I just don't understand, four diamonds, how come it's still a branch venue?"

The appraiser said calmly, "In the eyes of the clients, you are four diamonds, but in the eyes of the organizers, you are just four broken stones. Sitting at that table in the first sub-venue... well, there aren't that many precious items. The first sub-venue isn't shabby at all..."

"Shabby, fucking shabby!"

"So, would you like to stand, or would you like to go into the main venue?"

"I wanted to stand up, and I even brought the main venue inside."

She took the last diamond out of her handbag.

The appraiser's eyes immediately lit up, and he clasped his hands in a respectful gesture, asking, "May I ask who you are, young lady...?"

"The street vendor girl, Bai Qianye."

Volume 1: Chapter 115: The Girl Blocked in the Cafeteria

"Hiss—this luster...this texture...Miss, this one is far superior to your other four combined..."

This time, even though Bai Jinxuan placed the diamond on the table, the appraiser didn't dare to touch it.

Even a slight scratch can result in a huge loss.

Seeing his timid and hesitant appearance, Bai Jinxuan curled the corners of her lips.

"Stop talking nonsense. This one, starting bid 100 million, is there a problem?"

"No problem, Bai"

"Miss, this diamond is more than worth the guaranteed price of 100 million. As long as you're willing to entrust these diamonds to us for auction, everything else is negotiable."

"I want 90%."

"..."

Bai Jinxuan's words silenced the appraiser.

Fine, fine, so you're going to cut your profits in half right from the start... Damn it, she knows exactly what those diamonds are worth.

Alas, for the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce, being able to obtain such a treasure is a blessing. Just having "Produced by the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce" posted at the organizer's office is of considerable value to them.

In other chambers of commerce, some of these treasures would have to be purchased on short notice...

Thinking of this, the appraiser couldn't help but wipe his eyes. Did the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce not want to shine brightly at the main venue and greatly enhance its reputation?

No, it's just pure poverty. How can you buy good stuff if you don't have money? It's not like it'll fall from the sky!

Well... to be honest, the fact that this woman with the random number brought diamonds is practically like a treasure falling from the sky.

Let's take it one step at a time. Anyway, the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce won't lose out. They didn't have the strength to go to the main venue to begin with, so why not take advantage of this opportunity?

"Alright... Miss, here is the contract. You get nine-tenths of the diamond auction proceeds, and I get one-tenth. It's already been bid on."

"So fast?" Bai Jinxuan looked at the appraiser as he took out a magic contract that was clearly recently written from under his clothes and immediately said, "You're not an ordinary appraiser, are you?"

He smiled, raised his head, and answered with a touch of pride:

"You saw right through me. I am Long Jinming, the president of the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce. Miss Bai, you can completely trust the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce. We will serve you wholeheartedly."

There were plenty of polite words exchanged.

Bai Jinxuan looked down at the contract.

Overall, there are no major problems, but my personal earnings are still too low.

"I need some magic crystals, and I also need an admission ticket to the main venue, and a seat with the Golden Dragon Merchant Guild."

"..."

Long Jinming wiped the sweat from his forehead: "Miss Bai, you have a special position and don't need to stay with the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce."

You won't give it to me?

"I'll definitely give it to you if you want it."

The reason she specifically asked about the location was because Bai Jinxuan knew that her identity could not withstand investigation.

Since we're going to cooperate with the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce, let's make good use of their influence. Other chambers of commerce will mistakenly think they're part of the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce and won't bother to investigate us.

This is a sensitive issue among chambers of commerce; each maintains a clear line and doesn't trespass on others' territory.

After discussing it with Long Jinming, they added about a dozen clauses, large and small, to the contract. Finally, the two of them used magic pens to inscribe their own magic marks, and the contract became effective.

With this, if Long Jinming goes back on his word and defaults on wages, the union can sue him, and the Jinlong Chamber of Commerce will not only be ruined, but will also be sanctioned by the union.

The contract was divided into two parts. After Bai Jinxuan received the money for the materials, she handed the five diamonds to Long Jinming, then took her copy of the contract and left.

Seeing this, Long Jinming could no longer contain his joy. He knelt down in front of the diamond, his lips curling into a wide smile.

"I've made a killing! With this, the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce will have even more influence in the black market, and I'll also gain a new connection. I originally just came here to retire, but I never expected to actually strike it rich!"

He immediately made a phone call to the auction organizers to discuss the pricing and auction order of the diamonds.

Meanwhile, after receiving the money, Bai Jinxuan went to the slums along the way.

When she contacted Jia Ruolin, she noticed the pile of corpses at the edge of the pit.

"So many corpses! Perfect for hauling them underground for mining..."

As she was saying this, she thought of using the treasure chest to bring good luck. However, just as she was about to do so, a wooden cart rolled by.

Bai Jinxuan instinctively tried to hide it.

The wooden cart was covered with black bags shaped like human figures. The man pushing the cart pushed it to the edge of the pit and then lifted it up.

"Crash-"

The black bags were dumped into the pit like building blocks.

Bai Jinxuan couldn't help but sigh that she had gained even more skeleton soldiers to use.

It's not a good time to act now. We'll wait until it's dark and quiet before teleporting over and stealing all the corpses.

Let's save the Flying Thunder God Technique for now!

At that moment, Jia Ruolin came into view.

Unlike her attire in the black market, in the slums she dressed very simply, and she even deliberately smeared ash on her face to make herself look as naturally ugly as possible.

Bai Jinxuan had done something similar, so she understood Jia Ruolin very well in this regard.

Send a message on her phone, telling her to go behind the earthen slope, where there are fewer people, which makes Bai Jinxuan feel more at ease.

"Bai Qianye, do I have a new mission?"

"Yes, we plan to make you the spokesperson for Shadow. We recently partnered with the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce, and we've already established connections there. Someone from the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce will come to pick you up later... You should remember the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce, right?"

Jia Ruolin nodded and began to recount all the information she knew.

"The Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce is one of the leading companies in the black market. Its main businesses are weapons, potions, maintenance, and intelligence on dungeon exploration. Although it is a second-tier chamber of commerce, it still has considerable influence."

Wow, you know more details than I do!

Bai Jinxuan pursed her lips, straightened her expression, and continued, "It's good that you know. With the protection of the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce, you shouldn't have to worry about the Spider Web's purge. However, if you want to go back and take revenge on the Spider Web, you'll have to wait a while."

"I understand, Miss Bai Qianye. I am already very grateful for your kindness."

Seeing Jia Ruolin's eyes well up with tears, Bai Jinxuan suddenly felt a mischievous urge.

She then changed the subject and began to talk about Jia Ruolin's mistakes.

“There’s something I have to mention, Jia Ruolin. Your information is incorrect. The main venue of the auction requires tickets, and all the spots are reserved internally. In other words, people of unknown identity cannot get in at all. This contradicts your claim that you’re saving up to buy a spot for the artifact… I need to question the veracity of your information. Will there really be an artifact at the auction?”

"how come......"

Jia Ruolin's eyes widened, but she quickly realized what was happening.

"I'm sorry, I... This is the first time the black market has held such an event, and I lack information about the entry requirements... But please believe me, the artifact will definitely appear, I guarantee it with my life!"

Bai Jinxuan blinked.

She was just using PUA tactics, so why did the opponent use both summoner spells and even risk their life? Was it really necessary...?

Well, thinking about it carefully, this might really be a 'once-in-a-lifetime opportunity' for Jia Ruolin. She probably wants to work hard and seize the opportunity.

Thinking of this, Bai Jinxuan patted the other person on the shoulder: "Yes, I believe you."

She then went on to talk about some tasks, such as opening a shop under the Golden Dragon Chamber of Commerce, selling potions, and supplying goods for romantic occasions. Once these tasks were handed over to Jia Ruolin, she wouldn't need to run around every day anymore.

After explaining the task clearly, Bai Jinxuan and Jia Ruolin waved goodbye.

In this way, the necessary tasks are basically completed, and there is sufficient funding.

With the Dragon Merchant Guild and Jia Ruolin helping with the operations, all I had to do was go to the dungeon to purchase goods.

It can also accelerate the improvement of one's abilities.

She took out her Level 3 Exploration Certificate.

The number '3' above is so glaring.

I'm too weak. I'm too weak right now.

If we don't hurry, Yao's parents won't be able to hold on. At that point, what's the point of even if we manage to snatch the artifact, let alone buy a spot?

Bai Jinxuan clenched her fists and stared at the sky.

The shadow of the Upper Town loomed over the land.

"Is it already noon? I need to hurry back, I have classes this afternoon... Ugh, time is really tight!"

She rubbed her eyes, took a deep breath, and teleported back to her dorm.

After changing her clothes, she returned to her student identity and went to the cafeteria for lunch.

As it turned out, not long after entering the cafeteria, by sheer coincidence, I ran into Tong Yishan.

"Hey~ Bai Jinxuan, are you here for dinner too?"

The gray-haired girl waved cheerfully, which made Bai Jinxuan frown: "You're blocking my way?"

"No...nothing? What do you mean, blocking you...really, so narcissistic...!"

"I've heard that liberal arts students generally don't eat. There's something called Bigu Dan (a fasting pill) that can sustain their nutritional needs for a day."

Upon hearing this, Tong Yishan simply stopped pretending.

"We're teammates, teammates! And we even have class together this afternoon! You can't even bear to have a meal together?"