The curly-haired woman frowned, having expected to make the sale. To her surprise, Chu Haiyun was quite resolute and unwilling to spend money.
"Sir, this diamond ring is one of a kind in the world," the curly-haired woman said with a smile. "If you miss this opportunity, you might not be able to buy it again!"
"What a joke! A diamond ring for 1.88 million? Why don't they just rob you!" Chu Haiyun retorted coldly. "I won't spend money on something so expensive!"
The curly-haired woman was helpless and disdainful. She had thought she'd found a wealthy patron, but now it seemed rather laughable.
Zhao Xiaotong dared not say a word. Marrying into the Chu family was already considered a high match for her, and since Chu Haiyun was unwilling to spend money on her, she wouldn't dare to complain. However, with Lin Ke present, it made her feel a bit awkward.
"Since they don't want it, please package it for me!"
Lu Fan spoke up, "I'll take this diamond ring!"
"You'll take it?" Chu Haiyun chuckled. "Did I hear that right? Are you sure you can afford it?"
Lu Fan ignored her and walked directly to the counter.
Zhao Xiaotong was slightly taken aback and even more surprised. She couldn't believe Lu Fan could afford it.
However, Lu Fan's actions were indeed unexpected.
"Brother Lu Fan, this diamond ring is too precious!" Lin Ke quickly shook her head. "Let's forget about it!"
"Since I said I'd give it, of course I'll buy it!" Lu Fan smiled gently.
The curly-haired woman shook her head. "This isn't a game. If you place an order and can't afford to pay, you'll be in trouble!"
"What, are you afraid I can't afford it?" Lu Fan said coldly. "Your shop operates like this?"
"I'm just reminding you!" the curly-haired woman said indifferently. "I've seen too many people puff themselves up to look important!"
"Get your manager to see me!"
Lu Fan sat by the counter, exuding an unusual aura.
Just as the curly-haired woman was about to speak, a middle-aged man wearing glasses approached. "I am the manager here. Sir, what can I do for you?"
"You open your business with such an attitude?" Lu Fan said coldly. "I'm here to make a million-level transaction, and you're being so unwelcoming. How can I believe in the value of this diamond ring!"
"What's going on?" The manager with glasses looked at the curly-haired woman. "The customer is God. How can you be so rude!"
"Manager, looking at him, he doesn't seem like someone who can afford that diamond ring!" the curly-haired woman said with dissatisfaction. "If he can truly afford it, I'll resign!"
"Whether he can afford it or not, anyone who comes into the store is a customer!" the manager with glasses said sternly. "You can go to the finance department to collect your salary tomorrow!"
The curly-haired woman stood there, stunned and very unwilling.
"Sir, please accept our apologies for the inconvenience," the manager with glasses said repeatedly. "Which diamond would you like, sir?"
"This one!"
Lu Fan pointed, "Just package it for me!"
The manager with glasses nodded and personally handled the transaction. Although Lu Fan was dressed ordinarily, his demeanor was extraordinary. Having worked for many years, he had developed a sharp eye for people. Sudan Novels.
"He's putting on quite a show!"
Chu Haiyun said coldly. "I'd like to see how he pays when the time comes!"
Zhao Xiaotong also watched the spectacle. Under normal circumstances, how could an ordinary person like Lu Fan have so much money?
Lin Ke felt a pang of regret, but since Lu Fan had decided to buy it, she couldn't dissuade him any further.
The manager with glasses took Lu Fan's card and swiped it for over a million yuan. He then respectfully handed the card back to Lu Fan, maintaining a deferential attitude throughout the entire process.
Everyone present was dumbfounded. They never expected that Lu Fan's card could actually have that much money.
"Manager, can he really afford over a million in his card?" Chu Haiyun asked, unwilling to give up.
"Perhaps more!" the manager with glasses chuckled. "Sir, are you also here to buy a diamond?"
Chu Haiyun frowned but said nothing, feeling like she had been slapped in the face.
Zhao Xiaotong felt even more ashamed. She had looked down on Lin Ke initially, but now it seemed she was the most embarrassed.
Chu Haiyun was unwilling to spend money on her, and compared to Lu Fan, the difference was like heaven and earth.
The curly-haired woman stood to the side with an embarrassed and even helpless expression.
This transaction was substantial and would have earned her a good commission, but she had missed out. Worse yet, she had lost her job.
"Here, let me put it on for you!"
Lu Fan, holding the diamond ring, walked to Lin Ke's side, appearing quite generous.
Lin Ke stood obediently, her face blushing.
Looking at the scene before them, Zhao Xiaotong felt immense envy. For a woman to spend over a million yuan on her partner, how happy must that woman be.
Chu Haiyun's face remained ashen throughout the entire process, and she didn't utter a word.
After a long while, they left the jewelry store. To save face, Chu Haiyun grudgingly bought a diamond ring worth over 500,000 yuan.
In fact, her budget had been within 100,000 yuan, but now she had spent an extra 400,000 yuan, making her extremely displeased.
"We have other things to do, so we won't be eating together!" Zhao Xiaotong said awkwardly. "We wish you a pleasant time!"
Lin Ke also nodded slightly, saying nothing more. It was no longer university days; one could say things had changed.
The camaraderie of their university days seemed to have vanished, replaced by a sense of competition.
"What a fragile sisterhood!" Lu Fan shrugged. "But it's good that we didn't disappoint them!"
"Ahem..." Lin Ke showed a hint of embarrassment. The situation today had indeed been quite pleasing.
"The diamond rings are sold, and the sky is about to darken. Shall I take you out to have some fun?" Lu Fan asked with a mysterious smile.
"Where are we going?" Lin Ke's face flushed. Being with Lu Fan made her feel quite happy.
"Naturally, to a fun place!" Lu Fan smiled. "Let's go and get a free meal!"
Lin Ke was puzzled but didn't ask further.
The two got into a taxi, and Lu Fan said, "Driver, take us to Jingxuan Hotel!"
The driver glanced at them and started driving. "Are you all going to Jingxuan Hotel for dinner?"
"That's right!" Lu Fan nodded. "It's almost dinnertime, so naturally, we're going to eat!"
"Jingxuan Hotel is fully booked today!" the driver chuckled. "Perhaps you don't know, but today is the birthday of the eldest daughter of the Han family from Jiangbei. The entire Jingxuan Hotel has been reserved!"
"The Han family of Jiangbei?" Lin Ke asked, not understanding.
"Aren't you from Jiangbei?" the driver asked, taking a drag from his cigarette. "In Jiangbei, the Han family holds the most power, and their eldest daughter is said to be incredibly beautiful. Many wealthy young men want to pursue her. Don't look down on me, a taxi driver; I see and know all sorts of things in Jiangbei!"
"Have you actually seen Miss Han?" Lu Fan smiled. "Otherwise, how would you know she's so beautiful!"
"Not exactly, but how can rumors be false!" the driver said confidently, sharing stories with Lu Fan.
Meanwhile, at Jingxuan Hotel, numerous luxury cars were parked, and guests were arriving in an endless stream, creating an atmosphere of grandeur.