"Hiss~"
Lin Xiao sucked in a sharp breath, staring at the book in his hand. His hand was trembling slightly.
This book… what's the deal?
It was worth over a hundred million!
What the hell…How could something this valuable end up at a street vendor's stall?
And the market price was listed as unknown. He had never seen this before.
Could it be a rare collector's edition?
He pulled out his phone and searched the book title—turns out this version was still being sold. Not out of print.
Maybe it was a signed copy by a famous figure?
He flipped through the pages. No signature.
Besides, he couldn't think of anyone whose signature today could be worth that much.
He kept flipping quickly through the book but still found nothing out of the ordinary.
"Better buy it first and study it later."
Clutching the book in his hand, Lin Xiao didn't bother looking at any others.
He had no idea why this book was so insanely valuable, but it was clear—books like this didn't just show up on any random street stall, or even in the entire city of Jinling.
Looking up, Lin Xiao asked, "Boss, how much for this book?"
The vendor glanced at it. "Fifteen."
Lin Xiao scanned the QR code and paid, picking up the book and walking off.
"What did Boss Lin just buy?"
"I got a glimpse—it's some kind of book on coding."
"Must be a rare edition?"
"Rare my ass, that book's 50 bucks at any Xinhua bookstore."
No one really understood why Lin Xiao would bother buying such a technical book.
Lin Xiao tucked the book under his arm, humming a tune as he walked—clearly in a great mood.
The viewers knew this scene all too well. They understood instantly.
"He's smiling… no, he's grinning like mad!"
"That book is definitely special!"
"Boss Lin, you scored another hidden gem, didn't you?"
"Every time he hums, something big is about to happen!"
They had no idea what was so special about the book, but their instincts told them—this wasn't ordinary.
Lin Xiao stroked his chin. "Is it really that obvious I'm smiling?"
"Just tell us—is it an antique?"
"Damn it, you're even finding hidden gems at used book stalls now?! This ain't fair!"
"Wait, what treasure? It's just a regular book. I don't get it."
"Remember: anytime Boss Lin hums after buying something, it means he found a hidden gem."
Right now, all 2 million viewers in the livestream chat had turned into Sherlock Holmes wannabes.
But Lin Xiao simply smiled and said nothing.
He was certain the book was valuable—he just didn't know why yet.
And it looked like an ordinary book. If it was worth that much, the reason probably had nothing to do with the book itself.
Even he was baffled. A modern book worth over a billion? That was nuts.
He tried racking his brain but couldn't think of any logical explanation.
As he walked, he suddenly heard someone calling his name.
"Mr. Lin?"
He looked toward the voice and saw a familiar young woman standing at a handbag stall.
Su Xiaoyue!
He recognized her right away—it was the same policewoman who had taken his statement earlier that day.
"Officer Su!"
Lin Xiao was a bit surprised. "Wow, what a coincidence! You're browsing the night market too?"
"Yeah, just taking a look around."
Su Xiaoyue glanced beside him and asked, "You're here alone?"
"Yeah, just wandering," Lin Xiao replied.
He walked over and casually touched the bags laid out on the stall.Wait, Officer Su shopping for secondhand bags?Aren't most women usually picky about used stuff?
Just as the thought passed his mind, he picked up one of the bags—And immediately, an information panel popped up:
Item: BagDetails: Chanel CF Jumbo Black Gold Caviar LeatherMaterial: CalfskinEra: ModernCondition: 70% newQuality: ExcellentSummary: Slightly damaged. A top choice for vain girls.Market Price: ¥20,000Recycle Price: ¥120,000
His first reaction: There's authentic stuff at this kind of stall?!
Second reaction: The vendor's probably a thief!
Third reaction: Why is the recycle price way higher than the market price?! That's not logical!
A ¥20k market value meant the bag itself wasn't that rare or valuable.
But a ¥120k recycle value? That was very suspicious.
This could only mean one thing—
There was something hidden inside the bag!
While Lin Xiao stood stunned, Su Xiaoyue asked, "Mr. Lin?"
"Huh?" Lin Xiao quickly snapped back. "Sorry, I got lost in thought."
He then looked at the bag and said, "Nice bag."
Turning to the vendor, he asked, "Boss, how much for this one?"
"Three thousand," the vendor replied.
"That's steep. Knock it down a bit, and I'll take it."
"This is Hermès! A young guy bought it to impress his girlfriend, but they broke up right after. So he sold it to me. I'll cut you a deal—¥2,800."
Lin Xiao twitched. "This brand is Chanel."
"…Ahem," the vendor coughed, waving his hand. "¥800. Take it."
"Alright, 800 it is."
He wasn't short on cash. Haggling was just instinct—occupational hazard.
Su Xiaoyue, watching this whole thing unfold, blinked in confusion.
What just happened?One second they were talking, and now… he bought a bag?!
"Take your time shopping, Officer Su."
"Mhm."
She smiled and nodded, and Lin Xiao strolled away from the stall.