Chapter One Hundred and Twelve: The Golden Eyes of the Bee, Cicada, Sparrow, and Swallow

The moment I spoke, Pan Ximi was rendered speechless. He had expected me to buy. He opened his mouth, seemingly about to say something, but in the end, he only sighed.

“Boss, you must be joking, right? If we don’t buy the equipment, how can we reposition ourselves in the market? Didn’t you just say this stuff has value?” Pan Ximi frowned, puzzled.

I gently shook my head, locking eyes with him, and said coldly, “Old Pan, don’t try to pull your cheap tricks on me!”

Pan Ximi froze, his expression turning sour.

Beside him, Lu Yier’s expression shifted suddenly, as if he’d just realized something. He stared at Pan Ximi and blurted out, “Damn it, Pan Ximi, so you’re actually selling equipment?”

“You’re really something—daring to fool even our boss?”

I sneered, my gaze sharp as a blade. “Lu Yier, Pan Ximi isn’t really trying to fool me. It’s just that his words are a tangled web of truths and lies—only those who understand can see through it.”

“So, you understand? You know about machinery too?” Lu Yier looked at me, puzzled.

I smiled slightly, a hint of mystery in my eyes. “Lu Yier, I don’t know much about machinery, but I have the Golden Eye.”

Both Lu Yier and Pan Ximi froze, clearly surprised by my answer.

Pan Ximi’s face shifted from sour to shocked, a trace of unease flickering in his eyes.

“Golden Eye?” Lu Yier repeated doubtfully. “You really have the Golden Eye?”

I nodded and continued, “The Golden Eye sees through all illusions. Old Pan, your half-truths and tricks are nothing but a thin veil before my sight.”

“When you spoke just now, do you know how fast your heart was racing?”

Beads of sweat appeared on Pan Ximi’s forehead; he knew he could no longer hide the truth.

“Boss, I... I just wanted to help the gang find a new way. I didn’t expect you to see through me.”

“Well... don’t think I’m a complete liar either. I just wanted to use this opportunity to gain something for myself.”

I smiled coldly. “Old Pan, I understand your intentions, but right now, the market is fragile—we can’t afford such a big loss.”

“Even if we buy the best equipment, do you really think these raw materials we have here can break into the high-end market?” Lu Yier now understood too, glaring fiercely at Pan Ximi. “Pan Ximi, your schemes are truly despicable!”

“Enough,” I waved my hand, cutting off their argument. “Since everything’s clear, we’ll plan for the long term. Old Pan, if you’re truly concerned for the gang, come up with concrete plans. Don’t forget the Southern Dragon Jade Vein we saw that day.”

Pan Ximi looked at me, puzzled. “You mean you’re planning to mine your own vein?”

I nodded firmly. “Exactly. The Southern Dragon Jade Vein is fraught with danger, but it’s our only chance. We can no longer rely on external equipment; we must control our own resources.”

“The so-called high-end market depends on the quality of our jade foundation first!” Lu Yier’s eyes gleamed with excitement. “Boss, you really have foresight! If we can secure even one vein in the Southern Dragon Jade Vein, the Ancient Jade Gang’s future is assured!”

Pan Ximi frowned, then after a moment’s thought said, “Boss, I understand. Since you’ve decided, I’ll fully cooperate. But the route through the Southern Dragon Jade Vein is extremely perilous—we must prepare meticulously.”

I smiled and said, “Life is an adventure. Isn’t every path in life a dead end?”

Pan Ximi nodded, determination flickering in his eyes. “Alright, Boss, I get your meaning. In that case, I’ll make amends. If you’re organizing a team, I can contribute two or three capable men and will prepare supplies and equipment quickly.”

I nodded. “You two discuss it first; I need to rest.”

After Pan Ximi and Lu Yier left, I sat alone in the room, contemplating the plan ahead.

The danger of the Southern Dragon Jade Vein far exceeded our expectations, but I knew this was a rare opportunity.

What I had to do now was to integrate the power of the Golden Eye swiftly.

I took a deep breath, closed my eyes, and felt the power of the Golden Eye coursing through me.

The Golden Eye not only sees through illusions and human hearts, but just now, when Pan Ximi lied, I even detected his heartbeat was abnormal. Perhaps this power could also guide me in darkness, helping me find hidden treasures. This time, we faced not only the treacherous environment of the Southern Dragon Jade Vein but also lurking enemies and unknown dangers.

Lost in thought, a soft knock came at the door.

I frowned, feeling somewhat disturbed.

That sound broke my concentration.

“Come in,” I said calmly.

The door opened, and Chen Laobao entered, his expression grave. He looked at me and said, “Boss, there’s big trouble—”

Chen Laobao approached me, lowering his voice. “Gao Youde is dead. The Gao family is now searching the entire city for anyone who owes them money. The situation is extremely tense. Boss, they’re looking for you everywhere.”

“Looking for me? So what?”

Chen Laobao continued, “Gao Youde has a cousin in Linhai City who came with a gang demanding compensation for the deceased... Debts owed during their lifetime, now doubled.”

I listened calmly and asked, “Anything else?”

Chen Laobao shook his head. “Nothing else, but look at this.”

He handed me an invitation letter. “This just arrived with some market folks who passed it to me. They want you to come settle the debt... Based on what’s owed, you’d have to pay fifty million!”

I frowned, coldly asking, “Who is this Gao Youde’s cousin? What’s his background?”

Chen Laobao lowered his voice. “His name’s Gao Qiqiang. He started selling fish and is now the top boss in Linhai City. They say he has many skilled and unusual men under him—his force is formidable.”

I sneered coldly, a chill flashing in my eyes. “Gao Qiqiang? A fish seller?”

Chen Laobao nodded, continuing, “Boss, our situation is delicate. Gao Qiqiang is no friend. We must be cautious.”

I stood up, my gaze resolute. “If he dares to cause trouble, let him see the strength of the Ancient Jade Gang.”

“Chen Laobao, inform the brothers to increase security at the market.”

“We won’t provoke, but we will never back down.”

“And the invitation letter?”

I smiled. “Go. Why wouldn’t I? I want to see just how strong this Gao Qiqiang really is!”