Chapter 88: Lin Meng Decides to Sign Up for the Stone Gambling Convention

The Ye Family dabbles in many trades, but they are lacking in jade and jewelry.

Ye Chenjing personally came to participate in the Stone Gambling Convention this time, also to better expand the blueprint sector.

However, he does not believe anyone in this world can be 100% correct in gambling; even experienced experts often make mistakes.

Focus your efforts on Li Shi; there's no need to investigate the so-called experts.

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Lin Meng strained her eyes, finally catching a glimpse of youth in the crowd—a handsome college guy, her cousin Xu Yixiao whom she had never met before.

Xu Yixiao spotted the most eye-catching beauty in the crowd at a glance and decisively walked over.

Cousin sister?

Lin Meng raised an eyebrow and nodded with a faint smile.

After confirming it was indeed his cousin, Xu Yixiao lavished praise without hesitation.

Cousin sister, you look like a big star; I spotted you in the crowd at first glance, and it turns out you really are my cousin.

Lin Meng blinked; this cousin is lively, cheerful and optimistic, a likable kid.

By the way, sis, my parents have been busy at the shop these days and can't get away; I took a few days off to come keep you company, and I'll show you around here for a few days.

Lin Meng learned from her aunt that her cousin is in his senior year of college, with no major courses left to worry about, just awaiting his thesis defense.

Then I'll hang out with you these days; first let's go find my aunt.

You just said your parents are busy at the shop; does your family run a store? What business are you in?

Xu Yixiao shook his head upon hearing that.

It's not our store; my parents are workers at the Stone Gambling field. This month happens to be Li Shi's annual Stone Gambling Convention, and the Stone Gambling field where they work is the main venue, so they can't take leave.

Lin Meng was stunned upon hearing that—there actually is a Stone Gambling Convention!

She should have realized earlier; isn't jade and jewelry one of Li Shi's major specialties?

Back when she decided to go to Yun Cheng for stone gambling, she had also learned about China's stone gambling industry and the annual Stone Gambling Convention.

She never expected to run into it this time.

In that moment, Lin Meng's eyes lit up, and she immediately said to Xu Yixiao:

Come on, take me straight to the Stone Gambling field where your parents work; I want to sign up for the Stone Gambling Convention!

Lin Meng was eager to try; this opportunity must not be missed—it could train her mental power and accumulate wealth to make big money, and not participating would be a pity.

Xu Yixiao stared wide-eyed at Lin Meng.

Cousin sister, you know stone gambling? But the registration fee for individual competitors isn't cheap; you need to affiliate with an organization.

Xu Yixiao, having been exposed to this since childhood, knows a lot.

Li Shi's annual Stone Gambling Convention attracts many companies and organizations each year, because registration requires a hefty deposit, so few individual competitors take part; those who do are wealthy.

Sis, maybe you should think again? As an individual entrant, you'd have to put up a two-million deposit first, and during the competition you'd have to pay for any raw stones you pick out yourself, bearing all profits and losses—the risk is too great.

Lin Meng hadn't known the details, but seeing her cousin was knowledgeable, she asked while walking:

What do you mean by 'affiliating with an organization'?

It means finding a participating company or organization and joining under the guise of a stone gambling expert; that way you don't have to pay the deposit yourself, and all expenses during the competition can be covered by them.

If you lose, they cover you; if you win, you can split the profits—how much exactly depends on your negotiation with the organization.

Lin Meng nodded upon hearing that, roughly determining that the feasibility of affiliating for her was almost zero.

It's not for any other reason; it's just that she is unknown, lacks fame, and is so young that she doesn't look like an expert.

She has no bargaining chips for profit sharing, and she's unwilling to work for free.

After thinking, Lin Meng said:

Let's go take a look first.

The two-million deposit is indeed a lot, serving as a kind of pre-verification of funds, but she can easily afford it.

Xu Yixiao was driving his father's car, a used SUV.

Sis, hurry up and get in; I'll handle the luggage.

The moment he took Lin Meng's suitcase, Xu Yixiao blinked slightly.

Her suitcase is so light; maybe she didn't bring much, and I don't know if her daily necessities are enough—I'll go to the supermarket later to buy her some things.

Xu Yixiao was also meeting his mother's maternal relatives for the first time; she seemed easy to get along with, and he naturally hoped his cousin would have fun in Li Shi, and spending a bit more on her was only appropriate.

The scenery along the way was nice, and the wind was warm.

His cousin drove skillfully, the whole trip smooth, and Lin Meng actually dozed off unintentionally.

When they arrived, Lin Meng was awakened by the noisy sounds outside the car.

She rubbed her eyes and sat up straight; the driver's seat was empty—her cousin had slipped away after leaving a window gap for her.

Judging by the sky, she had slept at least an hour and a half; Lin Meng hurried out of the car to look for her cousin.

But before she could act, she looked up and saw the main venue of the so-called Stone Gambling Convention.

Giant banners were visible everywhere, and the security staff diligently maintained order on site.

The crowd consisted of tourists and locals, with even more people coming to participate in the Stone Gambling Convention.

After scanning the surroundings, Lin Meng fixed her gaze once again on the majestic building before her.

Compared to this, the stone gambling field in Yun Cheng is like a petty witch seeing a great witch—worlds apart.

No wonder the entry fee is two million; a venue of this scale is hard to find even a few of worldwide.

Just then, Lin Meng saw several luxury cars speeding up and finally stopping at the venue entrance.

As people got out, one could tell from their aura that they were not ordinary; each main guest was followed by several professional bodyguards.

Lin Meng raised her eyebrows; indeed, big shots make an entrance with entourages, and she herself is now worth over a hundred million—shouldn't she also get a few bodyguards and hire an assistant?

Miss, Master Ye Chenjing is already inside; would you like me to find out which VIP room he's in?

Suddenly, Lin Meng heard someone in the crowd ahead mention Ye Chenjing.

Amid the escort of over a dozen bodyguards, a woman in a Chanel-style suit, wearing stiletto heels and sunglasses, cold and aloof, spoke slowly, her voice somewhat syrupy.

"No need, he despises such underhanded tactics; anyway, we'll surely run into him later, and a chance encounter is naturally more romantic than a deliberate approach, right?"

Lin Meng, standing several meters away, couldn't help but shudder at those words.

Her way of speaking is so alluring—is she a worldly beauty?

It seems she's here for Ye Chenjing; that guy has quite the fortune with women.

However, Lin Meng guessed that Ye Chenjing probably doesn't like this type, and this beauty is destined to have her heart broken.

Lin Meng pursed her lips and withdrew her gaze.

It's not her place to worry about Ye Chenjing's affairs; for now, she should just see how to sign up for the competition.

Who would have thought that, just a few seconds later, a line of large characters scrolled across the LCD screen at the entrance.

Stone Gambling Convention registration closed!