Chapter 142: Huitong Bank (Part 2)



George had expected Job to be humiliated. In fact, George had advised Job not to act rashly for the time being - he guessed that Woolley must have made some preparations, and besides, Wright was still in Lovington. Given his style, he would not sit idly by regarding the Huitong Bank matter.

But Job refused to listen. Although he worked with George and George's position was higher than his, in Job's mind, he never felt that he was worse than George. He even felt that he surpassed George in some aspects, such as decision-making.

Job was very unhappy with George's repeated defeats, because no matter how he viewed George, George was the leader of his small group. The leader was beaten by Wu Lai and was "unable to fight back and was completely defeated." Job was also holding his breath again and again, and he was not only angry with Wu Lai, but also with George.

He couldn't vent his anger to George, and he wasn't sure he could vent it while Wu Lai was around, so as soon as Wu Lai left, Job went to Huitong Money House, not alone, but with a large army - he brought more than ten men and drove eight ox carts loaded with gold coins.

When the ox cart stopped in front of the gate of Huitong Money House, the loudest man under Job used his only advantage: "Notify your chief shopkeeper! Our master wants to exchange silver coins for 100,000 gold coins!"

This roar not only made the ears of the people around him rumble, but also scared the people waiting in line in the bank...

I have to say that Job's move was ruthless enough. One hundred thousand gold coins could be exchanged for six million silver coins. After deducting the "water money" as handling fee, Huitong Money House would have to pay out five million nine hundred and ninety-five thousand silver coins. What was the concept of such a huge amount of silver coins - converted into the large weight unit that Wu Lai was familiar with, it was almost one hundred and eighty tons.

Job believed that the entire city of Longvington could piece together so many silver coins, but he also knew that Huitong Money House was unlikely to have them, because Woolley's Huitong Money House used the capital from the sale of registered bonds, and everyone bought the bonds with gold coins.

Knowing that Huitong Bank was unable to exchange the money, Jobe still did it. Naturally, he wanted to make fun of Huitong Bank. Not only did he want to watch it himself, but he also wanted to make others watch it. Before leaving, he had already made an agreement with more than ten of his men: "Huitong Bank will definitely not be able to exchange the money. When the time comes, you can make a fuss and devalue this Huitong Bank to nothing!"

Now, after his subordinates shouted, Job just waited to watch the show.

The doorman immediately reported the situation to Xiban Oak. After listening, Xiban Oak pondered for a moment, stood up and walked out of the hall.

As soon as they walked out of the lending hall, two more employees came to greet them. Seeing the anxious expressions of the two, Siban Oak smiled and waved his hand, saying, "You two go to greet other guests first, I will handle this matter. Also, send someone to the temple immediately to tell Master Wright that Job wants to exchange 100,000 gold coins for silver coins. The sooner the better."

As he was speaking, Jobe had already swaggered into the yard with several of his men, and he didn't even pay attention to the looks and greetings of the two greeters. Seeing his domineering look, Sibanok greeted him with a smile on his face.

"Dear distinguished guest, how can I help you?" Sibanok asked while bowing.

"Boss Xiban, both you and I should stop pretending and formally introduce ourselves. My name is Job, Job Adams, treasurer and salt director of the city of Lovington." Job said arrogantly with a stern face.

"It's Mr. Job. I'm sorry for not welcoming you." Sibanok nodded and asked, "May I ask what brings you to my Huitong Bank?"

Qiao Bu smiled coldly and tilted his head slightly. One of his men stepped forward and answered for him: "My master is here to exchange gold coins. You Huitong..."

"Shut up!" Siban Ok suddenly changed his expression and interrupted the man. "Who are you? Is it your turn to speak here?"

The guy who answered for Job was feeling proud at first, and he never expected to be suddenly scolded by Sibanok. In addition, he had a kind look when he saw Sibanok coming, but now he suddenly became very majestic, so he subconsciously shut his mouth.

Job frowned, and Sibanok spoke first: "Lord Job, we were having a good conversation, but he, a commoner, dared to interrupt us. What's going on? Is it because of poor discipline? Or is this just the custom in Lunvington?"

Old man, you are quite good at handling things. Job thought to himself, he knew he couldn't refute Sibanok, because in the Assyrian territory, the class gap was really difficult to cross. It might not matter on weekdays, but if he really wanted to make a fuss, his subordinate would really be accused of "being disrespectful to citizens". Although he would not be convicted, he would definitely be whipped.

"Let's talk business." Job narrowed his eyes, "Master Xiban, I'm here to exchange silver coins today. Not much. I brought 100,000 gold coins. Please exchange them all for me."

As soon as Jobe finished speaking, discussions arose around him. After all, the voice outside the door just now was not quite clear, and now that Jobe said it himself, the effect was naturally shocking.

"Lord Job, please go in first. There are so many people here, why don't you come to my office and sit down?" Sibanok said with a smile.

Go sit in your office? You want to beg me behind my back, I'm sorry, I really don't want to give you this opportunity. Qiao Bu sneered and waved his right hand: "No need, just do it here, you see you have a lot of guests here, don't waste everyone's time for no reason."

"That's fine." Sibanok nodded, stretched out his hand to call an employee, and asked him to bring two chairs. After he sat down, he and Jobe took one seat respectively. Then he smiled and asked, "Master Jobe, the exchange fee of Huitong Bank is one silver coin for every twenty gold coins. Although it is 30% cheaper than the market price, the handling fee for one hundred thousand gold coins is eighty-three gold coins and twenty silver coins. It can't be said to be a small amount of money. Master Jobe, are you sure you don't need to think about it again?"

"Boss Xiban, just tell me the truth. Does Huitong Money House do currency exchange business? If it does, then stop talking nonsense. I don't care about just eighty gold coins. Of course, if you don't have the ability to take this business, then don't do it as soon as possible." Job said with a sneer.

At this point, it was clear to everyone around him that Jobs was not here to pay back his money, he was here to cause trouble.

As a result, not only did the people queuing in the courtyard cast their eyes over, but the people in the hall also crept closer...

Sibanok hesitated for a moment before speaking. His voice was not loud, but it was loud enough for the people around to hear clearly: "Master Job, my young master Wu Lai said before he left that Huitong Bank is open for business and treats everyone equally regardless of size. Since you, Master Job, respect us and sincerely take care of our Huitong Bank, we have no reason to refuse. So, please ask Master Job to arrange for your men to bring in the gold coins."

"That's more like it." Although Job said this, he suddenly hesitated in his heart. Siban Oak's attitude made him suspicious. Seeing this old guy so straightforward, it seemed that six million silver coins were not a problem? Impossible! Job immediately denied his previous thoughts. Six million silver coins, not six hundred thousand. No matter how capable Wuleglin was, he could not have thought that he would have such a thing today, and it was even more impossible for him to hoard so many silver coins in just a few days.

After thinking about it, Job waved his hand, and his men immediately understood what he meant and quickly went out to move the gold coins.

Sibanok regained his calm demeanor when Job first met him, and even asked Job with a smile if he needed something to drink to quench his thirst. When Job waved his hand to refuse, his doubts grew even greater.

After someone was left behind to watch over the car, seven of the people brought by Job started to move the gold coins. One hundred thousand gold coins were one hundred thousand shekels, equivalent to three tons and six thousand kilograms, but on average each person weighed less than nine hundred kilograms. The gate was only a few steps away from the yard, so it only took a few trips to finish the work. Not only did many people in the yard and the hall stare with envy, but the bags of gold coins also piled up into a large pile in the yard.

"One hundred thousand gold coins, all here." Job proudly pointed at the pile of gold coins, "Boss Xiban, where are the silver coins I want?"

"Master Job, please don't be anxious. According to the rules, we should count them first, otherwise it would be too sloppy." Sibanok stroked his beard and smiled, saying, "Master Job, please arrange for someone to count them."

Are you trying to delay time? Job frowned, but even though he was suspicious, he couldn't say anything wrong about Xiban Ouk, because there was really nothing wrong with what Xiban Ouk said. No matter where and how much money was exchanged, both parties had to count it face to face.

"You guys, count the money in front of the Xiban boss," Job ordered.

"Yes, sir." After several men responded, they each grabbed a purse from the pile, opened it and began to count.

"No, no!" Sibanok stopped them loudly. When he saw them stop and look over, he waved his hand and said, "You can't count together, otherwise how can I see? One person will do. It's better to be closer to me. You know, I'm not young anymore, and my eyesight is not very good."

Old man, I will obey you this time. I want to see what tricks you can play. Jobe can basically conclude that Xiban Oak is stalling for time. He thought, what can you do by stalling for time? Go find Wright to support Huitong Bank? Besides, even if Wright comes, what can he do? Is he carrying 6 million silver coins? Thinking of this, Jobe smiled slightly: "Okay, you can choose one person to count for Xiban, the shopkeeper. Come closer, don't be tired and skip a few steps."

"Thank you, Lord Job, for your understanding." Sibanok thanked with a smile.

After a while, Job's face darkened because he found himself pushed into a pit by Sibanok, and he had actually dug this pit unintentionally. It would take a lot of time to count the 100,000 gold coins, not to mention that Sibanok was deliberately slowing down the process - he would shout to stop him from time to time, and then check again.

In this regard, Sibanok explained: "Lord George, I am doing this out of responsibility for you. Of course, this is also the rule of my Huitong Bank - the counting must be correct."

Upon hearing these words, Job could only express his dissatisfaction with a cold snort. In a corner that he did not notice, there was a pair of eyes silently watching all this - he was a servant sent by George to blend in with the group of guests and keep an eye on the movements of Huitong Money House. Unexpectedly, he saw Job's embarrassing scene.

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After counting for most of the afternoon, all 100,000 gold coins were finally counted. The person who was counting the money was so tired that he almost fell down. Just think about it, 100,000 gold coins weigh three tons, and counting them all is a very strenuous job.

"Boss Xiban, I have exactly the right number of gold coins. So, where are your silver coins?" Job asked in a cold voice.

"No hurry, Master Job." Sibanok stroked his beard with a smile, "According to the rules, you just counted the gold coins unilaterally. Now that the bank has taken over, of course it has to count them again in front of you."

"You..." Job, who was hungry and thirsty, became very angry. It was almost dinner time, and he had to count again. Wouldn't he have to wait until after the lights were turned on?

"Sir, a money shop has its own rules, which I must abide by. And you can ask how every customer who has come to my Huitong Money Shop to exchange money does it this way." Xiban Oak's words sounded like an explanation, but his tone was full of unquestionableness.

"Okay! I'll do as you say today! But let me be frank with you, Mr. Xiban. After your banker counts these 100,000 gold coins, if I don't see the silver coins I want to exchange, I promise that Huitong Bank will not be able to operate!" After Jobe made these harsh words, his eyes immediately turned cold...

"Of course." Sibanok still had a smile on his face. He raised his hand and called two employees over to count.

Seeing this situation, the person George arranged to follow sighed softly, turned around and walked out of the bank to report the news.

At the same time, a handsome boy with a resolute look on his face turned around and walked out of the bank. Job, who had been sitting there for most of the day and felt a little dizzy, didn't notice that the boy had exchanged glances with Sibanok twice...

Soon, Job's brows furrowed again, because he found that the two employees of the bank who came to count the money were very fast, and the counting speed was at least several times faster than the previous counting, which inevitably made him doubt again.

Could it be? This Huitong Bank had already made preparations? If that was the case... Qiao Bu didn't dare to think about it anymore...

Just after nightfall, the people in the bank had counted most of the 100,000 gold coins. At this moment, a series of rumbling sounds of wheels suddenly came from outside the yard, and the noise was quite loud. Just as Job was concentrating on listening, one of his men ran in quickly and reported: "Sir, there are a lot of ox-drawn carts outside."

"Ox-cart?" Job frowned.

"Oh, that's the money transporter of the bank. Sir Job wants to exchange so many silver coins. How can we transport them all without arranging more ox carts and horse carts?" Sibanok interrupted with a smile, "But I have to remind you that you have to pay for the rental of such a vehicle. This is also the rule of our Huitong Bank."

Just as Job was startled, Wright walked into the yard like a gust of wind. When he was still more than 20 steps away from Job, he waved and greeted him: "It's really Mr. Job. At first I thought it was some boring guy who stole your name to do such a boring thing."

Job's face turned stern. He wanted to get angry, but he was too lazy to argue with Wright, a big playboy. He felt suffocated if he swallowed his anger. He was not sure he could get the upper hand from Wright if he really cared about it. After thinking about it, Yong snorted and took it as an agreement with Wright.

Jobe's attitude was obviously a bit rude, but Wright didn't care. He walked away and said, "Lord Jobe, what do you need so many silver coins for? Can silver coins be better than gold coins? But you are really lucky. Looking around Lovington, I'm afraid only the Huitong Bank in Woolleglindo can satisfy you. There are 150 large carts parked outside the door now. I have brought you all the 6 million silver coins you asked for."

As soon as Wright finished speaking, Job suddenly felt a strong sense of powerlessness. He believed that Wright was telling the truth, but this also meant that Wu Lai had already calculated his actions. It was obviously not a wise choice to make an enemy of someone who could always take the lead...

"Lord Job, it's getting late. Let's hurry up. You can arrange for someone to count the six million silver coins. After confirmation, please pay the handling fee." Sibanok said with a smile.

"More counting?" Job was stunned and almost collapsed. One hundred thousand gold coins were difficult to count. If he really wanted to compete with six million, he would probably have to stay in Huitong Money House for two or three days.

"Of course it counts. This is the rule of Huitong Bank. The one who made the rule is Master Wuleglin. Only he has the right to abolish or adjust it. So, please understand, Mr. Job." When Siban Oak said this, Job suddenly felt that his smile was very ferocious, just like the ferocious smile of a ferocious beast facing its cornered prey - cruel, complacent...

Wu Lailindo, you are so cruel... Job gritted his teeth and said to Wu Lai in his heart.

Sibanok and Wright looked at each other, and saw the satisfaction of victory in each other's eyes...


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