Magnate Tycoon: How Did Simply Enjoying Life Make Me a Male God?

After driving to the address of the Tianhai City Patek Philippe Counter provided by An Tong's navigation, Li Jing got out of the car and felt something was off. He turned to An Tong and asked, "Are you sure the counter is here?"

"Yes, this is the counter."

An Tong nodded with certainty: "To be precise, it's called the Tianhai Patek Philippe Mansion, one of the two Patek Philippe counters in Mainland China."

Upon hearing this, Li Jing looked forward again. Even though he had stayed in ultra-luxurious hotels and visited Michelin restaurants, he couldn't help but feel shocked to see a place selling watches be so extravagant.

In front of his gaze was a garden courtyard exquisitely crafted with a sense of historical elegance, and in the courtyard stood a typical Victorian Roman-style building.

The overall design of the building was stable and grand, made of a two-layer brick and wood structure. Just a glance could make one feel its overwhelming sense of history and solemnity, with every detail showcasing the building's historical significance and cultural connotation.

"Selling watches is so profitable in Hua Country? To a bystander, this might seem like a tourist attraction."

Hearing Li Jing's words, An Tong nodded with agreement while walking inside: "I checked some information last night, saying that the predecessor of Tianhai Patek Philippe Mansion was the Eagle Country's Consulate General's residence in Tianhai, with a total area of over 1,200 square meters."

"A watch counter, while others are just storefronts in malls, rented such a big house directly in this golden area of costly land, and it's a historical building?"

Li Jing could only think that Patek Philippe truly elevated the style of the wealthy to the extreme. No wonder it's called the world's top watch king; you can tell just by looking at this store.

The door of Patek Philippe wasn't very spacious, a solid wood door in dark brown, flanked by classic European-style plaster columns adorned with blooming flowers. Beside it, a Patek Philippe logo sign hung on the adjacent wall.

As soon as they stepped inside, a lady dressed in a professional uniform came up with a smile to greet them.

"May I ask, are you Mr. Li?"

Unexpectedly recognized at a glance, Li Jing raised his eyebrows and said, "Did Yu Yang contact you?"

"Yes, I am Zhang Li, a sales consultant at Patek Philippe. President Yu just called me."

Zhang Li revealed a professionally enthusiastic smile, her movements and posture very polished: "He specifically recommended you to me with great importance, I didn't expect someone so esteemed by President Yu to be so young."

Li Jing didn't comment on her flattery but glanced around the interior.

The store's decoration style also exuded luxury and elegance, with exquisite carpets on the floor and art paintings and brand history photos hanging on the walls. Even the lighting design was very meticulous, with soft lights shining on the watches in the display cases, making them gleam even more brilliantly.

Li Jing couldn't help but nod in praise: "Your counter decorations are truly high-end."

Upon hearing this, Zhang Li, walking beside Li Jing, smiled and said: "Thank you for your affirmation, Mr. Li. Patek Philippe's aim in store decorations, design, and sales training is to better serve every customer."

An Tong, walking by Li Jing's side, finally snapped back to reality from the luxurious, solemn decoration of the store, then looked at the professional Zhang Li beside her: "I heard online... that buying a watch here requires financial verification and identity investigation. Is that true?"

Upon hearing this, Zhang Li smiled at An Tong: "Actually, it's not as exaggerated as online claims, only VIP customers or those buying special models of watches undergo such processes; ordinary watches do not require that."

As she spoke, she respectfully focused her gaze on Li Jing, her expression respectful: "Although President Yu didn't disclose Mr. Li's financial capabilities, from his attitude and words, I believe Mr. Li's capabilities are undoubtedly top-notch."

Upon hearing these words, Li Jing understood.

The respectful and patient attitude displayed by the other party from the moment he stepped in was likely related to that call from the personal banking director, Yu Yang.

If it weren't for that call, coming to this Patek Philippe counter unprepared, he might not necessarily face rejection, but it certainly wouldn't be as smooth and comfortable as now.

Subsequently, Zhang Li stepped forward and gestured: "Mr. Li, since it's your first time here, let me introduce the watches on display at our counter to both of you, to give you a deeper understanding of our Patek Philippe. Would you need that?"

"Sure, I see you have quite a few watches displayed here, do introduce them."

Upon scanning the showroom, Li Jing noticed that various series of watches were meticulously displayed in transparent showcases, convenient for customers to appreciate and select. ThiscontentwasfirstreleasedonMV_LEMPYR.

Upon hearing this, Zhang Li nodded with a smile and led Li Jing and the others to start introducing the watches in the display cases one by one:

"The one you see now is the Patek Philippe 5905R-010, one of our brand's classic masterpieces, with a listed price of 585,500 yuan. Its case is made of 18K rose gold, with a diameter of 42mm and a thickness of 14.03mm, and a blue sunburst dial..."

"Next to it is our Patek Philippe 5905/1A-001, with a listed price of 497,900 yuan..."

"This one is the 5270J-001, with a listed price of 1,461,400 yuan..."

Listening to Zhang Li's introduction, Li Jing remained relatively calm, while An Tong subconsciously tightened her grip on Li Jing's hand, startled by the watch prices.

But she still worked hard to maintain an outward calm, to avoid embarrassing Li Jing.

Despite the professional introduction, apart from a curiosity about the prices, Li Jing had no concept of the materials, craftsmanship, or sizes.

The last time Li Jing bought a watch was in college to check the time during exams. He spent 500 yuan on a basic Casio model and felt pained for a long time; that watch is still kept nicely at home.

Looking again at these watches with six-digit price tags in front of him, an inexplicable sense of absurdity welled up in his heart.

The world of ordinary people and the world of the rich are truly two different worlds.

When Li Jing had heard enough, showing no intention to continue, Zhang Li timely invited the two to sit on the sofa.

Zhang Li took out a delicate brochure, handed it to Li Jing, and while opening it, introduced: "Mr. Li, this contains introductions to our Patek Philippe watches. However, many styles are currently not available, including the ones you just saw which are only for display, with no stock."

"Those display watches aren't for sale?"

Hearing this, Li Jing slightly frowned.

"No. Especially some of the popular models."

Zhang Li explained earnestly: "Like the currently hot Hand Grenade and Nautilus, there is no stock for these, and you can only register first. Moreover, even to register, you must have a purchase record of regular models from our store before."

An Tong was surprised: "So, if we haven't purchased regular models, we can't even register to queue?"

Zhang Li nodded helplessly: "Yes, because these models are too hot, the total production of watches is far from meeting the demand, so we can only restrict customers in this way. I hope you understand."

She flipped a few more pages: "However, Mr. Li, with President Yu's recommendation, our store has recently received several new regular models. If needed, you can choose to purchase them."

"Aren't regular models supposed to be purchasable on their own? Do I still need Yu Yang's recommendation?" Li Jing looked at her with confusion.

Seeing the misunderstanding, Zhang Li patiently explained: "Actually, even for regular models, except for a few unpopular ones, they are generally in short supply now. Before you arrived, several customers had already registered for regular models. We plan to comprehensively consider customer information and then notify them to make a purchase.

However, since you are a customer specially recommended by President Yu, and I am also friends with Yu Yang, these few newly arrived regular models you can choose first, and if you like any, you can buy it now."

After hearing this, Li Jing suddenly understood.

It's unexpected that Patek Philippe now requires registration and queuing even for regular models; it's truly ridiculous.

Is it because there are too many wealthy people in Hua Country, or are those middlemen snatching the watches?

Although Li Jing doesn't quite understand Patek Philippe, he had heard that some good models of famous watches sell at prices on the secondary market that are even higher than the official price because you don't have to wait in line at the secondary market.

Thinking of this, Li Jing suddenly felt grateful for having found Yu Yang, otherwise, he might really have run into a dead end here.

These big brands really know how to play; they have mastered the hunger marketing strategy, not only making customers flock to them but also invisibly elevating their brand prestige.

Li Jing then asked Zhang Li: "If I buy a regular model, does that mean I can buy subsequent models in the future?"

"Yes." Zhang Li nodded with a smile: "After becoming our customer, Mr. Li, you can gradually unlock the qualification to purchase our other watches. I'm sure you will grow to love our Patek Philippe."

Without commenting on the self-promotion, Li Jing calmly said: "Then bring out the models that are in stock for me to take a look at."

"Alright, I'll get them for you right away."

Upon speaking, Zhang Li immediately got up and left.

Moments later, she came back with four exquisite Patek Philippe watches.

"Mr. Li, this model 5226G uses syringe hands, numeral hour markers, and has a large luminous coating. The grainy dial has a gradient effect, combined with the beige luminous coating and Patek Philippe logo, creating a strong retro vibe..."

"This one is the Patek Philippe Twenty~4 7300/1200a - 001, an automatic mechanical women's watch in the Twenty~4 series..."

"This one is..."

After the professional introduction, Li Jing almost without hesitation directly chose two models: "I'll take this 5226G and 7300. One for each of us."

Seeing him decide so readily, Zhang Li's smile became even more enthusiastic, and she said immediately: "Alright, I'll prepare them for you."

Meanwhile, An Tong, knowing the women's watch was bought for her by Li Jing, couldn't help asking Zhang Ling: "Uh, could you tell me how much the 7300 costs..."

Hearing this, Zhang Li patiently replied with a smile: "If you purchase it, it would cost around 260,000..."

"Two hundred and sixty thousand??"

An Tong froze, her brain went blank.

Could her hand... really wear a watch worth over two hundred thousand...