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2024-10-29 19:42:56"Are you kidding?" Bruce was mesmerised. "Then, why did they sell the stones instead of breaking them themselves?"
"First of all, the Emerald Clan wants to build their reputation, so they want to sell the raw stones they choose occasionally to expand their influence. Secondly, it must be profitable because every time the Emerald Clan brands a stone, its price will soar far above the market price. As for the benefits for the people who buy the stones, that's none of the Emerald Clan's business anymore as they never give any warranty," Emma explained.
Hearing this, Bruce finally understood the reason behind the existence of the Carthage Gem Shop. The Emerald Clan could completely avoid potential losses because no matter what they did, they only got profit and fame.
However, Bruce could no longer be bothered by this so-called Emerald Clan. Bruce's system detected an energy source in the emeralds hidden within these raw stones, and Bruce became determined to possess
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"22.5 million dollars? A raw stone worth 22.5 million dollars?" Everyone who thought about it was shocked while taking a deep breath.Certainly, that fact has added to their insights today. Although everyone present was a businessman, none had ever spent 22.5 million dollars to buy a raw stone. That amount is several times what most people spend on raw stones today."That person is indeed the owner of the Carthage Jewel Shop!" many people thought in amazement.Just when everyone thought that today's final auction would end at 22.5 million dollars, a young man called out."I bid at 30 million dollars."After that, Bruce turned back to the Emerald King and bowed. "Thank you for letting me have it."Instead of responding, the Emerald King stood up with his staff and left through a side corridor without saying a word.Upon seeing the Emerald King leave the place, a commotion broke out in the crowd."Oh, my! 30 million dollars? That
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