An Understated Dominance - Chapter 120
be quite reliable! Yes, we do have Lumianth Root. How much do you need?” The shopkeeper smiled back at her.
Julie grinned. “I need enough for a special project. Can you get me a few?”
“Of course! Just a moment,” he said and walked away to fetch the items.
Meanwhile, James stood outside the shop, feeling frustrated. “Mom, how can you just let her take advantage of you like this?” he asked.
Florence sighed. “She’s family, James. Sometimes we have to help each other out.”
“But at what cost?” James pressed. “You’re always putting her first.”
Dahlia shook her head. “It’s not worth arguing over. Mom has always been like this, and it won’t change.”
Inside the shop, Julie was chatting happily with the shopkeeper. “What’s the best way to use Lumianth Root?” she asked, clearly enjoying the attention.
The shopkeeper replied, “It’s great for many things! People use it in potions and remedies. Just be careful with the dosage.”
“Thanks! I’ll make sure to use it wisely,” Julie said, her excitement growing.
Florence walked in just then, smiling. “Did you find what you needed?” she asked.
“Yes! And I’m so grateful for your help, Aunt Florence!” Julie beamed.
James huffed as he watched from outside, feeling left out. “I can’t believe this,” he muttered.
As Julie and Florence continued to chat with the shopkeeper, James turned to Dahlia. “We need to talk to Mom about this,” he said firmly.
Dahlia nodded. “I know. But it’s going to be tough to change her mind.”
James sighed, knowing this was just another day in their complicated family dynamic.
the counter.
“Really? You sell them here? That’s great! I just heard about Luminianth Root yesterday,” Julie said to the shop owner.
“Yes, we do! In fact, it just arrived yesterday,” the shop owner replied honestly.
“That’s awesome! How do you plan to sell it?” Julie continued her questions.
“We’re planning to hold an auction for it because it’s quite valuable,” the shop owner explained.
Julie frowned. “Auctions are a hassle. Why don’t you just sell it to me directly? You’d save money on the auction.”
The shop owner looked worried. “But…”
Julie quickly cut in, “What? Do you think I can’t afford it? Just tell me, how much do you want for it?”
“If you really want to buy it, I won’t stop you. I just need five million,” the plump shop owner said, holding up five fingers.
“Five million? That’s so expensive!” Florence gasped, freezing in place. She had expected a high price, but this was still a shock.
“That price includes a discount for our friendship. If I auction it, I could get five to six times more. And this is a low price for an early buyer,” the shop owner said, shaking his head.
“Can’t you lower it a bit? That’s too much,” Florence pleaded.
“I can’t. This gem cost me a fortune. Honestly, if I find someone who really needs it, I could sell it for a hundred million dollars,” the shop owner replied seriously.
“But…” Florence started to say, but Julie interrupted her.
“Alright, Aunt Florence! Let’s not get too hung up on the price! It’s just five million. We’re buying it!”
“Miss, I love your attitude! I’ll have someone bring over the Luminianth Root right away!” the shop owner said, smiling widely as he signaled to a man behind the counter.
The man quickly understood and dashed upstairs.
After a little while, he returned with a large wooden box.
“Inside is the Luminianth Root. Miss, will you be paying by card or cash?” The shop owner smiled, happy with the sale.
“Card,” Julie replied without hesitation. “Go ahead, Aunt Florence.”
Florence winced slightly as she reached into her bag for her card.
Just as they were about to complete the payment, a woman’s voice shouted from outside.
“Wait! That Luminianth Root is ours!”
Everyone turned to see a man and woman enter the shop.
It was Dustin and Ruth.