Chapter 99 We’re Comparing Who’s More Profligate 2(2)_1
Shangguan Qing and Gui Luo both had somewhat solemn expressions. Although they had gambled in the past, the stakes had never exceeded one million. Now, every piece was priced at five million. If they won, great. But if they lost, spending five million on a pile of stones that wouldn’t even be worth that much if they were made of gold... Was this simply burning money?
And how would they explain it to Dad? Dad held the position of Provincial Party Secretary, and his words and actions in Beijing were highly scrutinized. They had played the prodigal sons before, but it had never damaged their core standing nor drawn unwanted attention. Now, if they agreed to gamble, it could truly undermine them, especially their reputation. If they lost, they would not only damage their father’s reputation but also incur a huge debt, resulting in the Shangguan Family losing face before the Yu Family.
But if they didn’t gamble, they wouldn’t have to burn five million as if it were paper; however, what they’d lose instead was the Shangguan Family’s reputation. And that punishment... Shangguan Qing shivered just thinking about it. In such a scenario, he wouldn’t just lose face; he’d lose everything of substance. He wouldn’t be able to hold his head high, and neither would Dad. So, no matter what, they simply could not afford to refuse the gamble and concede defeat.
"What’s wrong, Young Master Qing? Don’t tell me you’re afraid to gamble?" Yu Zijin said, looking at Shangguan Qing as he pondered. She couldn’t help but speak in a mocking tone, her words dripping with sarcasm.
Shangguan You was annoyed to see Yu Zijin acting so arrogant. It’s just five million, what’s the big deal? Brother Qing has serious considerations, but I don’t!
"Just a few stones. Does Miss Yu think the Shangguan Family can’t afford to gamble?" Shangguan You’s lips curved slightly as she chuckled at Yu Zijin. She then released Shangguan Qing’s arm and began to examine the blocks of stone nearby.
Shangguan You looked at the various stones before her, merely glancing over them without touching any. There were some tools beside the stones, but she didn’t use them either. From her demeanor, it was clear she was an absolute amateur.
"This girl is decisive! Since Young Master Qing has reservations, why don’t you pick a stone for him instead, Youyou? I believe Young Master Qing won’t object," Zhang Yuchen laughed heartily. He walked up to Shangguan You’s side, smiling as he watched the clear amateur examine each stone.