In all honesty, Christopher was slightly angry due to Jack’s condescending attitude toward him from before. However, since the latter had already apologized for his actions, Christopher would be considered petty if he were to refuse to forgive him. Hence, he nodded as an acknowledgement and acceptance of Jack’s apology. “Since we have cleared the misunderstanding, young man, why don’t you…” Declan was trying all he could to procure Christopher’s wild ginseng. “I am still not selling it!” Christopher stated firmly. He’s still refusing to sell it? Declan was confused. If he isn’t planning on selling it, why did he bring that to Ancient Medic Street? “Actually, it’s not that I am not planning on selling it.” Just when Declan looked rather flabbergasted, Christopher added, “I am just planning on selling it in a different method.” “Selling it in a different method?” Declan cocked a brow at him. “What do you mean?” Christopher smiled faintly at him before answering, “Everybody here are big bosses on the Ancient Medic Street and you have all been involved in the medicinal business for many years, whereas I am merely a young newbie without much experience and I can’t even distinguish the types of medicinal herbs. Therefore, I have decided to auction the wild ginseng off in order to ensure that it receives a reasonable price!” “Auction?” This time, Declan wasn’t alone because Mr. Zach, Mr. Cannes and the rest of the pharmacy bosses were astounded upon hearing his announcement. Nobody could have expected Christopher to suggest an auction at this time. Once he had achieved the effect he was aiming for, Christopher continued, “Yes; in other words, this goes to the highest bidder!” Are you kidding me? It took me so much effort to receive such a treasure from the lucky draw so I need to make the best out of it. Besides, I truly am not well versed in the medicinal field. Therefore, auctioning this off would be the best way to ensure that I do not suffer any losses. Just a moment ago, it was quiet in the VIP room in Myriad Pharmacy, but things were turning chaotic and noisy now. No pharmacy would let the chance to procure such a precious wild ginseng slip away. Nobody voiced out anything earlier since Declan was a respectful man in the business, and the bosses were not sure if Christopher had a deal with Declan prior to this. However, since Christopher took the initiative by suggesting an auction, there was no reason for them not to agree to it. Everyone looked eager at the announcement except for Declan, who wore a sour expression. He did not expect Christopher, who appeared so good-looking, to be such a cunning man. Forget it; let’s go for an auction if that’s what he wants! Well, I would very much like to purchase the wild ginseng but there is no reason to force a trade. After pondering for a while, he voiced out his thoughts. “Chris, there is no reason for me to go against you since this is your choice. Well, it seems like everybody here is eager to start, so why don’t I get the ball rolling by making an offer? I’ll call for 150,000!” “One hundred and fifty thousand?” Upon hearing Declan’s bid, a slightly plump pharmacy boss countered, “Mr. Llyod, don’t you think that’s a rather low bid? This is a wild ginseng that is more than 200 years old, so I say 180,000!” “One hundred and eighty thousand?” Another person chuckled before adding, “Mr. Fatty, you are lowballing him too. Young man, I will purchase your wild ginseng for 200,000.” “Do you really think that you’d be able to purchase this type of premium quality wild ginseng for just 200,000?” It seemed that somebody, who figured the price was too low, answered indignantly, “I think you guys are taking advantage of him because he’s a newbie without knowledge within the industry. I bid for 250,000!” “That is still low and it would be still low-balling him. I shall cut the cr*p—I’m offering 300,000!” “Three hundred thousand? That is ridiculous; I am bidding 330,000!” The bidding price continued to increase and soon, the price was at about 400,000. Four hundred thousand was an astronomical figure for Christopher who had been poor throughout his life. In any case, this does not seem right. I recall the news reporting that a 30g, 100-year-old wild ginseng was selling for 3 million! My wild ginseng is even older than that and it looks better too. Besides, it is rather heavy and I am sure that it is at least 50g, so why is it going for only a few hundred thousand? “Everybody!” Christopher waved his hand to get the crowd to quieten down before announcing, “Don’t you think the price is too low? If this is the price range you can offer, I don’t think I’d be selling my wild ginseng!” Are you guys trying to purchase my 200-year-old wild ginseng with just a few hundred thousand? Dream on! “The price is low, indeed!” Upon hearing Christopher’s statement, Mr. Zach, who was very opinionated in regards to ginseng, explained, “It is rare to come by 100-year-old wild ginseng, much less a 200-year-old wild ginseng. This 200-year-old wild ginseng has a very good appearance and it is a top-notch product. I can safely say that within the past few decades, this must be the one and only ginseng with this quality.” “Young man, why don’t I provide you with a price point that I find reasonable? Seven hundred thousand per gram; this price point is definitely reasonable.” Reasonable? How is 700,000 reasonable at all? Well, initially I figured he’d provide me with a satisfying price point since he seemed to be taking this seriously. I wasn’t expecting such a low price at 700,000! Is he trying to show off his authority here? Christopher was feeling slightly furious now since the crowd was lowballing him. They must be bullying me since I look young! Well then, I’ll just refuse to sell! The raging Christopher was just about to reject him when something struck him hard. He was stumped for a moment as he thought to himself, Hang on! Just wait a minute! I think I missed something. He tried recalling Mr. Zach’s offer. If I heard it correctly, Mr. Zach mentioned 700,000. However, I believe he mentioned that the price is per gram. Yes; that must be it! He recalled it all of a sudden. That’s right! He mentioned per gram, which means he’s offering 700,000 per gram? What the h*ll? Assuming the ginseng is 50 grams, with the unit price of 700,000, it means that my wild ginseng will fetch 35 million, right? Oh, my God! F*ck! Christopher felt as though Lady Luck was on his side this time. He shook in excitement and he felt goosebumps all over his body. At that moment, his face was flushed a deep red and he was breathing heavily, as though he was drowning. It wasn’t because of his greed that he couldn’t keep his cool at the time. On the contrary… That’s a whopping sum of 35 million! Apart from a tycoon like Mark Zuckerberg, I doubt anybody can be unfazed when facing such a huge sum of money! Christopher’s face was flushed red as he trembled, and the bosses from the Ancient Medic Street were observing him in silence. “Young man, are you unhappy with the price?” Mr. Zach asked him upon noticing Christopher’s expression. In all honesty, 700,000 per gram is the upper limit of Christopher’s wild ginseng. There is nothing I can do to help him if he is still unwilling to sell. Unhappy? Why would I be unhappy? I feel as though I have just died and gone to heaven. Without even trying, the price has shot up to 700,000 per gram! I must keep things under control! Keep calm! Stay calm!