Chapter 5: Deng Tongtian

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Brother Deng, this warm jade of yours has been harvested for quite some time, hasn't it

Deng Tongtian has a robust physique, and he is more than half a head taller than him, requiring him to look up to speak with Deng Tongtian

Xiao Fan, who had been watching from the side, revealed a faint smile at the corner of his mouth

Speaking, he extended three fingers

What a mighty and imposing man

Indeed, Deng Tongtian possesses remarkable skills; his movements are as swift as lightning. In the blink of an eye, the warm jade returned to his hand. Yet, his actions did not appear abrupt; they flowed seamlessly, like clouds and flowing water, executed in one continuous motion

Inside the box lies a yellow-orange stone, its surface gleaming with an oily luster, resembling the color of yellow jade. The warm aura emanates from this yellow stone. Upon closer inspection, the stone seems to have a shape reminiscent of the Maitreya Buddha.

Deng Tongtian replied coldly, not saying a word more

Those onlookers seemed somewhat intimidated by the burly man, stopping a few meters away and daring not to approach

Deng Tongtian still could not be bothered to say a single word

Oh ... ...

In the current environment, the antique and jewelry market does not value jadeite highly. A mere ornamental piece of jade can fetch at most around 50,000 yuan, and that requires a fair amount of luck. The price offered by Wang Zhigang is already quite reasonable.

A man in his thirties, with a refined appearance and a composed demeanor, walked up to the tall man and smiled, saying: "Brother Deng, what good things have you brought this time?"

Fire Rock Warm Jade serves not only as an ornament but also as a medicinal material. However, in the eyes of the average person, since it is a stone, it naturally has no relation to medicinal properties. Yet, from the words of this composed man, it is evident that his understanding of Fire Rock Warm Jade is quite profound, as if he has delved deeply into the literature, even being able to discern the amount of spiritual energy contained within the Warm Jade at first touch

Deng Tongtian was too lazy to even speak this time, directly ignoring him

Lava Rock Warm Jade

Strange, the jade collected seven months ago has lost so much of its aura. Never mind, after all, it is authentic fiery warm jade, which is still quite good. I will offer you 50,000.

The burly man with a red face has appeared at this trade fair several times. His surname is Deng, and his full name is Deng Tongtian, a name that exudes great power and authority. Deng Tongtian is neither a medicinal herb merchant nor a government official; it is said that he hails from a certain ethnic autonomous county in the southeast of Shancheng City. He is a herbalist who spends most of his time in the mountains, often able to unearth some valuable items to bring to the trade fair, all of which are rare treasures. However, it is evident that Deng lacks business acumen and has no concept of packaging. Although most of the items he brings are indeed treasures, their packaging leaves much to be desired. For instance, at present, using a dirt box of unknown origin to contain his goods would be considered quite good; most of the time, they are simply "naked." For example, the last time he brought a 1990 vintage of He Shou Wu, it was carelessly tossed on the coffee table, as if it were not one of the so-called "Nine Immortal Herbs" but rather a rotten sweet potato, showing a complete lack of regard. If it does not sell, it is likely that his family would just eat it raw.

However, upon closer inspection, there seems to be something amiss. This burly man not only has a shiny, oily face, but the skin on his bare arms also appears a vivid red, much more vibrant than that of other middle-aged men in their forties. It is as if his entire body is brimming with energy, ready to explode at any moment

The tone is very harsh and quite impolite

Strange, how could this happen

In a strict sense, warm jade cannot be classified as a narrow definition of jadeite; rather, it is a type of mineral formed under high-temperature and high-pressure geological conditions. Fire rock warm jade is considered a superior quality among warm jades and possesses medicinal value. Wearing such warm jade ornaments year-round can significantly replenish yang energy and is primarily used to treat symptoms of weakness and coldness in the body, making it a highly cherished item for men who indulge excessively in alcohol and pleasures.

The composed man was also taken aback, quickly reaching in to retrieve the bright yellow stone. This piece of warm jade was not large, measuring only about three inches square, and was an irregular shape resembling the Maitreya Buddha. It was evident at a glance that it was naturally formed, showing no signs of any chisel marks.

Just when the calm and composed man found himself in a dilemma, neither moving forward nor retreating, someone stepped in to rescue him—none other than the plump Wang Zhigang. Mr. Wang squeezed his way in, without bothering to consult Deng Tongtian, and picked up the piece of warm jade for a careful examination. A look of surprise gradually appeared on his chubby face, and he raised his head to ask, "Old Deng, is this jade really from seven months ago?"

Deng Tongtian let out a "humph" and did not stop it

Deng Tongtian extended his hand and took the warm jade back from the steady man's grasp. With a "bang," he tossed it onto the coffee table, seemingly unconcerned that the warm jade might get damaged. From this posture, what others regarded as a valuable piece of fire rock warm jade appeared to him as nothing more than a worthless stone.

This person with the surname Deng is indeed a capable individual

Thirty thousand

Xiao Fan remembered that this big man had not taken anything onto the stage to seek identification from Yin Zhengzhong

The onlookers also began to express their astonishment.

However, this does not mean that this fat man is a simpleton. He does not need this warm jade for himself, but that does not prevent him from taking it back to deceive other unsuspecting fools. After all, there are many wealthy individuals in Lingnan, and even more men who squander their fortunes in indulgence, so he is not worried about failing to find a fat sheep to fleece. Moreover, although the spiritual energy within this warm jade has significantly diminished, ordinary people, unlike experts like them, cannot discern the truth. As long as he is skilled in deception, he might easily make a profit of tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands in a quick transaction. Furthermore, although the spiritual energy within this warm jade has significantly diminished, ordinary people, unlike experts like them, cannot discern the truth. As long as he is skilled in deception, he might easily make a profit of tens of thousands or even hundreds of thousands in a quick transaction.

The composed man said with a smile, "Brother Deng, let me open it and take a look..."

The composed man's expression changed, and after a moment, he raised his head and asked

The man, however, did not seem to appreciate it much. He glanced at him and said, "The items are here; look for yourself."

The guest at table thirty-two is a middle-aged man in his forties, with a radiant complexion and a shiny bald head, not a single hair in sight. He has a broad back and a robust physique, with arms thicker than the average person's thighs

Oh, this is truly exquisite fire rock warm jade, let me, Old Wang, take a look

However, after he carefully examined this piece of warm jade, his expression suddenly became perplexed, his brows slightly furrowed, and he murmured to himself.

Collected seven months ago

This person is nothing but a rough and uncivilized man, as strong as an ox. The others are all prominent figures, wealthy bosses who dominate the region. Engaging in a conflict with such a coarse mountain dweller would be an unfair fight, and defeat would be shameful. If one were to slap him or knock him down with a punch, it would be difficult to find a place to seek justice. It seems that even Master Chen Qi is reluctant to offend him; every time Deng Tongtian comes over, Master Chen Qi treats him with utmost courtesy.

The most important thing about Deng Tongtian is that he has a bad temper. If you want his items, you must offer a fixed price that meets his expectations; if it aligns with his wishes, then he will sell it to you. Anyone who tries to haggle with him will find him rolling his eyes, lifting his head high, and ignoring you completely; he will tell you to go where it is cool. If you continue to talk too much, you might even provoke him to throw a punch.

Even if he has a bad temper, since he is here to trade, he must at least show others the goods

Moreover, this piece of warm jade is of a moderate size and naturally resembles the figure of Maitreya Buddha. Just in terms of appearance, it is a very tasteful ornament. Wearing it does not diminish one's dignity; rather, it is elegant and quite impressive.

Several exclamations suddenly echoed from all around

The refined gentleman seemed to have anticipated his attitude long ago, and he was not angry at all. He cast a glance at a box placed on the table. The box was not large, seemingly woven from some kind of rattan, in a dull yellow color, with a black border around it, also made of rattan, quite unremarkable and inconspicuous.

Just now, he was conversing with the composed man, while Wang Zhigang stood by watching the excitement, and it is believed that he has already heard everything clearly. Asking another question at this point would be redundant

The composed man’s expression changed slightly, and a flash of fierce intensity crossed his eyes. It was evident that over the years, no one had dared to be so rude and overbearing in front of him. However, this was Yidong, not Mingzhu; he was not on his own turf. Faced with a ruthless figure like Deng Tongtian, no matter how much anger he felt, he could only suppress it and force a self-deprecating smile, saying: "Brother Deng, I still want it, so I will offer this price."

Others wore expressions of glee and schadenfreude. Let us see if this Mingzhu fellow dares to confront Deng Tongtian. If a fight were to break out here, it would certainly be lively. It is estimated that this Mingzhu merchant, who has been drained by wine and lust, would not even be able to withstand a single finger from a robust man like Deng Tongtian

The composed man could no longer contain himself, letting out a cold "hmph" as his expression darkened, his jaw clenched tightly, as if he might erupt at any moment. Deng Tongtian remained completely unconcerned.

Many onlookers revealed knowing smiles

Wang Zhigang said generously, playing with the square warm jade

The composed man initially wore a face full of excitement. He was successful in his career, handsome in appearance, charming and suave, and had a great affinity with women, spending his days amidst the company of beauties. Despite his glamorous exterior, his face was actually a shade of ashen gray, and his body had long been depleted by indulgence in wine and pleasure. For these years, he had been relying on potent tonics to sustain himself. Now, upon encountering such a rare piece of fiery rock warm jade, it was indeed a fortuitous find.

The composed man is also a frequent visitor to the trade fair. According to the information, he hails from Mingzhu and is a rather seasoned herbal merchant with a keen eye for quality. Could there be an issue with this warm jade? The appraisal of warm jade cannot rely solely on its appearance; tactile examination is also essential, which depends on extensive experience.

Listening to this tone, it seems that there is quite a familiarity with the Han Dynasty

The composed man smiled slightly, not at all concerned about his attitude, and casually opened the box with a yellowish-brown exterior and black edges, instantly releasing a wave of warmth.

It is unclear what the reason is

The composed man was taken aback for a moment, then awkwardly smiled and said: "Brother Deng is joking. This is indeed top-quality fire rock warm jade, and its shape is particularly beautiful. However... the spiritual energy within this warm jade has dissipated significantly. Based on my experience, there is at most one or two percent left. If it were collected seven months ago, I truly wouldn't believe it; it must be an old item from at least five or six years ago, right? Otherwise, how could the spiritual energy have dissipated so much?"