Chapter 444

Seeing that he was so engrossed in looking at it that he didn't want to put it down, Shu Yu was secretly pleased and slowly said, "Mr. Guo, I can guarantee that this item is one of a kind in our Great Su Dynasty. Not to mention Mr. Guo, most people who see it will know its value, right?"

Mr. Guo nodded, "Isn't that right? He even felt that this thing couldn't fetch a high price in Jiangyuan County and should be sent to the capital."

With so many high-ranking officials and nobles in the capital, many must appreciate a mirror that is so clear it reflects even the smallest imperfections.

But at this moment, he still suppressed his amazement, put down the mirror, and spoke in a gentle and calm manner, "This mirror is indeed a fine item. I wonder how much the guest is willing to pay?"

"So, how much are you planning to offer?"

Seeing that she was unwilling to speak first, Mr. Guo remained silent for a moment and began to assess the value of the mirror.

After a long pause, he said, "I won't mince words with my guests. Here's the deal: our black market offers ten thousand taels."

Shu Yu laughed, "You don't seem very sincere. This thing is an imported item. Putting aside everything else, the manpower, resources, and effort spent transporting it all the way here are unimaginable. Not to mention, this is the only glass mirror in the entire Great Su Dynasty. Well, I just didn't want to put in too much effort, which is why I brought the glass mirror here to sell. If you don't want it, then I'll take it back. I can always take it to the capital to sell. Although the journey is a bit far, it should be worth it."

After Shu Yu finished speaking, she reached for the mirror.

"Please wait a moment, sir." Mr. Guo quickly reached out and pressed the mirror down, smiling as he said, "Sir, you're in too much of a hurry. In business, bargaining is normal. If you're not satisfied with the price, we can discuss it further, can't we?"

"Discussion is of course no problem, but it can't be done without sincerity."

Mr. Guo knew she was not easily fooled, and he genuinely wanted the mirror, even anticipating the sensation it would cause once it was taken out.

Mr. Guo pursed his lips and said, "Twenty thousand taels is the most I can offer. To be honest, if this mirror is accepted by the black market, it will definitely be auctioned off. Auctions always involve risks."

Moreover, since it's not an auction held directly, it's normal for the price to be lowered.

Shu Yu smiled and held up three fingers. "Thirty thousand taels. I'll leave this mirror here."

"You flatter me, sir. Thirty thousand taels is such a large sum that I cannot make the decision on my own."

"Then forget it."

"Wait a minute." Mr. Guo was a bit annoyed; this customer was too difficult to talk to. "How about I ask my superiors?"

"How long will it take?" Shu Yu frowned.

"Three days."

Three days? That's too long. We have to come back in three days. Who knows what might happen in between?

Shu Yu didn't want to cause any further trouble, so she asked, "What is the maximum authority you have to make decisions?"

"Twenty-five thousand." Mr. Guo's eyes flickered.

Shu Yu shook her head. "Twenty-eight thousand is my biggest concession. If Mr. Guo cannot make the decision, then I'm sorry, I'll just have to ship it to the capital."

As she spoke, Shu Yu put the glass mirror back into the silk bag, then tucked it into the box and closed it.

Mr. Guo watched her movements closely. Seeing that she was very efficient and did not hesitate at all when she tied the box to her back with a bundle, he finally sighed and said, "Okay, twenty-eight thousand it is."

(End of this chapter)