My girlfriend is from 1949

Chapter 17: With my back straightened, I gained more courage!

Today's gold price is fluctuating around 1050 yuan per gram. Based on the 31.25-gram weight of small yellow croaker, it can be sold for 32812 yuan.

However, the young couple in front of us did not go to the gold shop to sell their wares, but instead chose an antique shop.

This shows that they understand the difference between gold shops and antique shops, and they also know where to sell to maximize profits.

Since the other party came prepared, there's no need to deliberately belittle or pretend to be stupid.

Otherwise, if the other party feels like they've been fooled and turns away, then you'll be crying your eyes out in the bathroom.

Even though you can't get a bargain, there's still a profit to be made, so why give it away to someone else?

Besides, finding a bargain isn't that easy.

If someone is truly insatiable and only thinks about how to snag a bargain, they'll probably starve to death before they even get a taste of the meat.

Even a small fly is still meat; many small orders can accumulate into a tower.

Feng Chaoyang has a very good reputation in the industry because he has a clear operational direction and uses his reputation to bring in business.

Even if each order only yields a profit of two or three thousand yuan, if you can do three to five orders a day, you can earn several hundred thousand yuan a month!

The cumulative income over a year is no worse than what you could earn in three years from the start of a business.

And only with a sufficient supply of goods can you increase your chances of finding a bargain, right?

The young couple in front of us came to the antique shop, clearly knowing that the small yellow croaker had additional value in addition to its intrinsic worth.

If you pretend to be stupid and deceive others at this point, those with short tempers will probably turn around and leave.

Not only will you not gain any financial benefit, but you'll also ruin your reputation for no reason. It's not worth it.

"Please have some tea and rest for a while."

Feng Chaoyang greeted him with a smile, then turned around, took out his tools, and began weighing and testing.

The small yellow croaker was placed on the electronic scale and the weight showed 31.25 grams, which is correct.

After carefully checking whether it was real or fake, and confirming that it was correct, a smile appeared on his face.

"I can offer 4 yuan to buy this small yellow croaker, cast by Tongfengyu in Shanghai during the Republic of China era, weighing 31.25 grams and rated as grade 8."

An analysis was provided regarding both weight and condition, resulting in a price higher than that of gold.

Chen Huai'an nodded slightly, his impression of Boss Feng in front of him improving even further.

Because he didn't try to take advantage of the situation like others, and instead calculated the price based on the gold price.

Offering a price of 4 is quite reasonable.

However, this price is still not within his budget.

Chen Huai'an dared to come to the antique shop because he had done his homework beforehand.

I first checked the market price of small yellow croaker on an antique auction website.

The transaction price ranged from 3.5 to 5.5 yuan.

The better the condition, the higher the price.

These two small yellow fish were not very long when they were first cast, and then Lin Wan brought them over 76 years through the time-space channel.

It is in very good condition, reaching grade 9, so the price is relatively high.

Chen Huai'an nodded, then turned and asked, "Wanwan, the items are yours. What do you think of the price?"

He was very attentive, acting like he was running errands, as if the woman next to him was the one in charge.

Lin Wan met his gaze but did not reply immediately.

Instead, he slowly picked up the teacup and leisurely took a sip.

However, while seemingly drinking tea, one's mind is racing.

"This guy wants me to help him put on a double act!"

Lin Wan, who had long been engaged in covert activities, instantly understood the other party's intention in asking the question.

After all, he had only been here for two days and was not familiar with the prices of goods here, let alone the market prices of antiques.

Moreover, it was made clear on the way here that Chen Huai'an would have full authority to make the decision.

The result now seems to be a request for instructions, and the implication is self-evident.

Lin Wan put down her teacup and calmly shook her head: "Too low."

"Understood." Chen Huai'an nodded, then turned and smiled, "Boss Feng, my wife thinks the price is too low."

He then extended his right hand, his five fingers spread wide.

"How about 5 each?"

"No, no, then I'll be selling at a loss."

"Given Mr. Feng's connections, reselling it for 5.5 shouldn't be difficult, right?"

"Brother, that's an auction price; it takes time and luck. My asking price of 4 is already the market price."

"How about we each compromise and make it 4.8?"

"Then I'll give you face and add a little more, 4.2!"

"Fixed price, 4.5. If it's not right, I'll go to another place!"

"Okay, let's consider this making friends!"

After some haggling, the two finally agreed on a price of 4.5 yuan per piece.

Both of them were very satisfied with the price.

After all, small yellow croakers are not a rare commodity, and it is easy to find out their market price.

Given the condition of these two items, selling them for 4.5 yuan is already the limit.

Even if you can sell it online for a higher price, after deducting the commission, the difference isn't that much.

Moreover, the settlement cycle is long, and I urgently need the money right now, so I don't have much time to wait for online bidding.

Feng Chaoyang readily transferred the money and put the two small yellow croakers into the box.

He warmly escorted the two to the door before eagerly sitting back down on the recliner.

This deal doesn't have a high profit margin, but it can still earn a few thousand yuan, enough to tip your favorite female streamer with a rocket.

……

"The money's in my account. Now I just need to wait for the groceries to be delivered. I'm going to the supermarket to buy groceries now; we're having hot pot tonight!"

Chen Huai'an stood up straight, and even his voice became much louder.

As the saying goes, money gives men courage; when you have money in your pocket, you can stand up straighter.

Lin Wan nodded and followed beside her with a smile.

My impression of the man in front of me has improved considerably.

The scene of the transaction was still vivid in her mind; they made no attempt to hide it from her.

It was obvious that Chen Huai'an wanted to tell her that their sincere cooperation was absolutely without any ulterior motives.

Every transaction and expense is open, transparent, and verifiable.

To avoid being misunderstood as having ulterior motives and withholding part of the transaction funds, which would be detrimental to future cooperation.

Moreover, as far as Lin Wan was concerned, the gold had already been given away, so she wouldn't ask about it anymore.

As long as you can get that penicillin vial on your way back, it's a fair trade between you and me.

After all, penicillin was strictly controlled in 38, and even if you wanted to buy it, there was no market for it.

Moreover, there is the possibility of falling into a trap set by the Bureau of Investigation and Statistics.

For Lin Wan, being able to buy a penicillin for just two small yellow croakers is a great deal!

The two exchanged a glance, and a knowing smile appeared on their faces.

I strolled leisurely through three streets and entered a shopping mall.

As soon as I entered the mall, a salesperson in work clothes came over to me enthusiastically.

Smiling, she introduced, "Beautiful lady, handsome gentleman, our brand offers complimentary makeup services. Would you like to try it?"

Lin Wan was stunned, seemingly not expecting to get her makeup done for free.

However, seeing the rows of cosmetics displayed on the counter immediately made me want to buy them.

She wore makeup during the Republic of China era, but since she's now dressed as a man to carry out a mission in modern times, she hasn't worn makeup for two days.

I'm also curious about what makeup looks like in modern times.

Chen Huai'an smiled confidently.

You can tell from the way this is a sales tactic.

But having money in my pocket gives me more confidence.

*Snap* He snapped his fingers: "Give it a try!"