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Xiao Chubing and the other women's eyes widened as they looked at each other in disbelief.
This object was also familiar to them; designed by Paris Cartier in 1952 and once owned by the socialite Duchess Windsor Washington from the Ais Duchy, it had an original auction price of 12.4 million US dollars, and its current market valuation was more than three times the original price.
How powerful was the Beck Consortium?, Xiao Chubing and the other women thought as their hearts raced with excitement. Each piece of jewelry was priceless and unique in the world. What kind of earth-shattering surprise could be inside the largest box at the end?
Ling Fan was also curious about what was in the last box, and immediately opened it.
The attendees were stunned as they saw the necklace Ling Fan lifted from the box, even Kern and Linda couldn't help but show their admiration and fondness when they saw it again!
"The... The Heart of the Ocean?" Xiao Chubing murmured to herself.
She had watched Titanic and remembered the world-famous Heart of the Ocean all too well. The one before her closely resembled it, but she couldn't be certain.
Feng Shuya felt her thoughts come to a halt, "Could it actually be the Heart of the Ocean?
Liu Yuqiong swallowed hard. If this was the real Heart of the Ocean, then the three previously displayed treasures that were worth a fortune would pale in comparison. There were so many legends about the Heart of the Ocean, each one shrouded in mystery!
"This is real. To acquire it, I sacrificed three members of the Hell Idlers. Although I feel some shame, knowing I can present it to you suddenly makes all the sacrifices seem worthwhile!" Kern said coolly.
Xiao Chubing's thoughts were in turmoil. What was her husband's true identity in the past?
Kern did not even blink an eye as he offered up four priceless treasures one after another in order to please Ling Fan. It was unbelievable!
The image of Ling Fan in her heart grew more mysterious. She could not help but swear to herself, "Damn it, I must grow up quickly, I need to cultivate as soon as possible, I want to know everything about his past!"
"It is said that this thing brings bad luck, an object of misfortune. Every owner who has touched this gem has met an ill fate in the end. You're not trying to unload this hot potato on me, are you?" Ling Fan played with the Heart of the Ocean in his hand, speaking lightly.
Kern, "....."
Linda, "....."
Xiao Chubing and the other women, "......"
Kern nearly choked on his own blood. The treasures he had struggled to bring to please the other, and this guy seemed ungrateful?
Linda could only smile wryly inside; when coming over, she had warned Kern that his gifts might all be for naught with Ling Beiming, for she had interacted with Ling Fan and knew Ling Beiming's temperament well enough, didn't she?
This man had a bit of both righteousness and evil in him, and he often played his hand unpredictably. Many rules and frameworks meant nothing to him.
His current attitude was clearly that he intended to take without reciprocation, and it looked like Kern was going to bleed heavily this time, possibly for nothing in return!
Xiao Chubing stared blankly at Ling Fan, thinking to herself, "My husband isn't planning to dine and dash, is he? But this meal seems too much for ordinary people to stomach!"
Feng Shuya and the other women looked at each other as well. It seemed like this guy was accepting others' gifts without any gratitude, and Kern really had bad luck encountering Ling Fan!
"Cough cough... Beiming, you're joking, right? Don't tell me you actually believe those nonsensical legends. If you don't like it, then give it back to me!" Kern reached out his hand.
"Ha ha, you're really no fun, asking for a gift to be returned after giving it out. I'm tough enough to handle a bit of misfortune. Leading the Hell Idlers is not easy for you, so I'll take on some of that burden," Ling Fan said earnestly as he put the object into his Beast Pouch.
Kern was speechless, "Where... where did you put that thing?"
He only saw Ling Fan flip his wrist, and the object disappeared like magic, which was freakishly strange!
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"You've got a lot on your mind, what's up? If it's something within my power, I can help you!" Ling Fan's fingers gently tapped on the table.
He didn't believe Kern had spent so much money just to please him out of pure goodwill.
Kern took a deep breath, and finally, the main topic arrived.
Glancing at Xiao Chubing and the rest, he hesitated, "That is, those women....."
Ling Fan understood, hesitated for a moment, then instructed Xiao Chubing and the others, "You guys step out for a while, I need to talk to him about something!"
Upon hearing this, Xiao Chubing and the women nodded understandingly and each went back to their rooms, but they were still thinking about those four priceless pieces of jewelry from before.
Xiao Chubing was pondering in her mind, wondering which piece Ling Fan would give her!
Moreover, Kern clearly had some misunderstanding, thinking they were all Ling Fan's women, which was probably why he gave four pieces of jewelry, one for each, right?
Compared to Xiao Chubing, Feng Shuya and the other women were feeling anxious; they also desired the jewelry but knew they might not be qualified!
Especially Liu Yuqiong and Xia Ying, although they had a good relationship with Ling Fan, it didn't seem to be at that level yet. With so many women around, it looked like they won't get a share, which made them quietly disappointed.
In the living room, only Kern, Linda, and Ling Fan were left.
"Beiming, I want to make the Hell Idlers even stronger. But as you know, I don't have contact information for the old members!
You must know the current situation of the Hell Idlers. I hope you could give me a list of the old members. I can meet all your conditions and will treat them well!" Kern said, choosing his words carefully.
Ling Fan frowned and narrowed his eyes upon hearing this, knowing this guy was not offering favors without reason; it was either for self-interest or thievery, aiming at the old members.
Immediately he said coldly, "Everything else is negotiable, but forget about the old members. That's a secret among the old generation of members and has nothing to do with your current Hell Idlers!"
Ling Fan outright refused Kern's request. The old members were his bottom line, and he would not allow anyone to cross it!
"Beiming, I think you've misunderstood my intentions. I only want to get their contact information as a precaution, for emergencies. I won't bother them unless it's absolutely necessary," Kern quickly explained. Find exclusive stories on My Virtual Library Empire
In truth, Kern had his own plans; once he got the list, he had plenty of ways to control those people.
With the loyalty of these members, the Hell Idlers could definitely return to their peak and even surpass the era when Ling Fan led them!
He simply did not understand the core of the relationship between the old members of Hell Idlers; Ling Fan was the only link that connected them. Kern just blamed the decline of today's Hell Idlers on the departure of those old members.
Ling Fan glanced at Kern, shook his head, and warned, "I don't want to talk about this matter anymore. If you dare target the old folks, not only will we not remain friends, but you also believe I can pull you down as easily as I supported you?"
Kern's heart skipped a beat when he heard this, as Ling Fan's determination to protect the old members exceeded his expectations.
Linda sighed quietly to herself; being one of the people who came with the old members, she knew the depth of their friendship!
They had absolute trust in Ling Fan, which is why they willingly revealed their information to him without reservations!
Kern, who joined later, couldn't understand this deep bond among the old members, and Ling Fan indeed kept his promise, never disclosing the old members' secrets to anyone.
This time, Kern's thoughtful planning was doomed to be in vain, yielding no results!
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