Ethan Blake was attending this kind of event for the first time, his face full of curiosity.
“I didn’t expect a jade-gambling event to be this lively,” he said in amazement.
“Seventy to eighty percent of the people here are gemstone merchants,” explained Fae Stonecrest. “They’ve got money but lack good stock. Jade gambling offers small investment with potentially huge returns — that kind of attraction is irresistible. Besides, the earlier auction required invitations. This event, on the other hand, is open to everyone.”
Ethan nodded in understanding. He was just about to pick out a rough stone to prove his skills when Fae stopped him.
“Hold on, Ethan. Don’t rush to gamble yet — come with me. I want to introduce you to someone.”
Curious, Ethan followed her without asking questions. Aft
