Supremely Talented Tyrant

Chapter 1735 - 1936: The Marvelous Uses of the Stone!!!

Although he didn't know much about everything, when his father handed him this stone, he said nothing because his grandfather did the same when passing the stone to his father. They only mentioned that it was a family heirloom passed down through many generations, but they knew nothing more about it.Of course, after his father, grandfather, and other ancestors handled this pitch-black stone, they naturally invested time and money trying to understand the stone's true nature, but the end result was the same—their attempts ended in failure.

After generations of effort, they couldn't discover anything, which gave this pitch-black stone an aura of mystery. When the stone reached his grandfather's generation, doubts arose about whether the stone was not as magical as ancestors claimed and was perhaps just an ordinary stone.

Otherwise, why had it failed to reveal anything despite generations of exploration and excavation, leaving it still as just a stone on display? His father even considered selling it off cheaply.

After all, if the stone truly had some use, it wouldn't remain unexplored after so many generations. Yet, despite the thought of selling it cheaply, its ancestral legacy couldn't be easily discarded.

When the stone came into Boss Chen's possession, he too treated it as an ordinary stone. He showed it to many friends in the business, including renowned Director Wang from the antique world, who also couldn't discern its merits, shaking his head after examining it.

Just like his father, he doubted the stone's worth. Had his father not strictly ordered that Chen's Antique must not lose it even if it went out of business, Boss Chen would have disposed of it long ago.

However, at Director Wang's dinner party, Boss Chen already heard about Hao Jian's story. Although even Director Wang couldn't see through the flaws, this young man did. Boss Chen took notice of Hao Jian, who displayed insights and expertise in antiques at the party, sparking Boss Chen's interest.

Since Hao Jian effortlessly saw through a deception even Director Wang missed, it spoke of Hao Jian's extraordinary ability. Perhaps, though Director Wang unearthed nothing, Hao Jian might discover something from the stone.

If Hao Jian could truly find something, Boss Chen would have an explanation for his father, grandfather, and ancestors, so he decided to give it a try and invited Hao Jian several times.

Now, Hao Jian sat before him, with the stone displayed in front of him. Observing Hao Jian's expression, Boss Chen suddenly felt hopeful. When Director Wang and others saw the stone, their solemn faces showed their frustration, but Hao Jian was different. Boss Chen carefully noted Hao Jian's changing expressions and found he looked surprisingly at the stone.

Hao Jian's initial surprise indicated he knew something about the stone. At this thought, Boss Chen smiled, realizing he made the right choice choosing Hao Jian, who indeed surprised him.

Boss Chen then pointed to the stone and said, "Young Master Hao, did you notice anything?"

Hao Jian smiled, his expression had calmed from the initial surprise. Others might see nothing in the stone, but with his years of experience in the dark world, he immediately knew its true essence.

He was merely puzzled; this stone should be found only in a specific part of the dark world, so why would it appear here in Hua City, Huaxia?

The stone's value wasn't in being precious or ordinary but in that its unique properties were found only in the dark world's region. Such stones couldn't be produced elsewhere with their odd yet remarkable effects.

While not precious, despite originating in the dark world, few possess it, belonging to those wielding dominance. Moreover, its effects are not for men.

In the dark world, nearly every emperor's woman owns such a stone, though not in this pitch-black form but processed ones.

The stone possesses the magical effect of beauty enhancement—though it might not mean much to men, it's a coveted treasure among women who pursue beauty. Thus, in the dark world, each emperor's woman adorns herself with ornaments made from these processed stones.

Once worn, the stone's effects start subtly, transforming dull skin into glowing radiance, smoothing it like a baby's, and invisibly enhancing the wearer's allure—its true magic.

It doesn't truly extend longevity but enhances youthful vigor—thus, women who value beauty covet it.

Yet Hao Jian only ever saw such stones in the dark world; never elsewhere, making his initial surprise upon seeing it in Hua City evident. It was his first time seeing such a thing in Huaxia, so he naturally showed surprise.

Meanwhile, Hao Jian's mind brewed another plan. During his hurried exit from the dark world, and seeing no suitable women to gift, he hadn't considered bringing it.

Now that he encountered it, thoughts turned to Shu Ya and Liang Yuwei. He planned to acquire some and present them as gifts, particularly since he had minor disagreements with them—women need coaxing, and this might ease their tensions.

With these thoughts, Hao Jian looked at Boss Chen and unreservedly shared all his knowledge.

Then he laughed and said, "Boss Chen, this is a treasure!"

Upon hearing this, Boss Chen's face immediately showed joy. Director Wang also reacted, more shocked than pleased, having meticulously studied the stone for a while without discovering anything, yet Hao Jian reached a conclusion after a mere glance.

But with previous events in mind, Director Wang didn't doubt Hao Jian's conclusion since Hao Jian's demonstrated abilities already deeply impressed him. He was slightly surprised—a seemingly ordinary stone turned out to be a treasure? He wondered what made it precious.

Boss Chen, amazed, said, "Really, Young Master Hao, don't deceive me—I don't think I could handle it."

Given its ancestral legacy, passed through many generations, if it truly were as valuable as Hao Jian claimed, it undoubtedly wasn't a mere common treasure. Hence, Boss Chen was excited, yet questioned its uniqueness.

Hao Jian laughed, saying, "Of course it's true—why would I deceive you?"

Hao Jian revealed the truth openly because he wanted to secure a share here; withholding and lying from the start would make asking later difficult. Besides, there was no reason to lie.

Understanding Hao Jian's confident response, Boss Chen grew even more excited, unable to contain his joy any longer, his face flushed with enthusiasm.

He suddenly grabbed Hao Jian's hand, momentarily speechless with excitement. Hao Jian remained calm, aware of Boss Chen's curiosity, offering a smile.

He then said, "This stone, if we consider it just a stone, it's not extraordinary, but in a unique place, it's plentiful."

"It's not considered an antique or a relic but its functions and effects are peculiar," Hao Jian remarked, glancing at Director Wang and Boss Chen.

Boss Chen reacted with puzzled curiosity—it was a familial legacy, how could it not be considered an antique or relic? What peculiar effects? His mind suddenly flooded with questions.

Director Wang felt similarly—how was it that something wasn't an antique yet had strange powers?

But having interacted with Hao Jian, knowing he wouldn't exaggerate, Director Wang looked forward to hearing Hao Jian's continuation.

Hao Jian, knowing their curiosity, laughed and said, "As far as I know, if merely treated as a stone, it lacks effects, but slightly redirect its use, it holds marvelous potential."