0017 : ANOTHER CHAPTER

Xue Yang continued, "Whether it's the hospital's determination or my own examination of my body, I've confirmed that there's nothing wrong with me. I'm in good health right now, which means that this white jade is actually harmless."

"The skull in the jade?"

Xue Yang sighed and then looked up at Boss Bai. Boss Bai finally understood what had happened and asked the most important question: "Regarding this radioactive object, what do you plan to do with it?"

"I've verified that this level of radioactivity isn't enough to harm a person's brain. Don't think radioactivity is a big deal. Even the bananas we usually eat have a lot of radioactive substances inside, especially household appliances. Now that I've encountered this piece of jade, I can only say that you've made a huge profit, Boss Bai."

"But you can't risk carving that thing again." Boss Bai frowned.

When the two girls heard the conversation, they seemed to grasp the danger involved. They were about to say something, but Xue Yang waved his hand and said, "It's not dangerous at all. This is my greatest masterpiece, surpassing even the regal green glass."

Huang Yingying and Song Yu, though silent, still expressed concern in their eyes.

"I can provide you with anything you need," Boss Bai offered.

But Xue Yang laughed, saying, "I don't need anything, just send us back to the shop."

As Xue Yang began packing, he noticed a jade pendant on his bed. Its quality suggested it was genuine.

"This jade?" Xue Yang picked it up, about to inquire who left it, when Song Yu answered his question.

"Wang Lei left it. He mentioned it had been lit before. Quite a strange story. I'm curious why that iron rooster started pulling out his fur."

Xue Yang, examining the jade, broke it in his hand. While others might not detect it, to the Little Rat in Huang Yingying's arms, the aroma released was dangerous.

The Little Rat crawled out, causing some commotion. As it darted towards Xue Yang's pocket, he caught and tossed it inside.

Both the Little Rat and Xue Yang were content, as Xue Yang wanted to reunite with the Little Rat, and the Little Rat found food.

However, Huang Yingying, a few steps away, couldn't tolerate it any longer. She claimed the mouse was hers and chased Xue Yang. By the time he effortlessly exited the hospital, Huang Yingying was breathless.

"If you really want a small pet, I can buy one for you. But this one is definitely not for you," Xue Yang said with a smile.

Back in his room, Xue Yang wore a complex helmet, provided by Boss Bai. This helmet shielded him from the radiation, as anticipated. With it on, Xue Yang no longer felt the initial unease when facing the white jade skeleton.

For the next phase of carving, Xue Yang no longer intended to shape it into a complete skull. Although the upper half was done, the lower half was still under development.

After contemplation, Xue Yang reached a decision.

Four hours later, a sacred lotus emerged beneath the skeleton through Xue Yang's swift carving. With the helmet in place, the lotus emanated a fragrant scent.

When he removed the helmet, Xue Yang felt as though he stood on a desolate ancient battlefield. Lotuses had warned him atop the skeletons scattered around. A variety of flowers and plants sprouted from the bones, transforming the world before him.

Xue Yang knew it was an illusion.

Presenting his work, everyone experienced different mental projections but shared expressions of astonishment.

"It's truly incredible. Although my company boasts proficiency in jade and stone, and has numerous skilled craftsmen, only you, little mister, can create such a sculpture."

Hearing Boss Bai's praise, Xue Yang corrected him with a smile, "Boss Bai, although I carved this, I'm not a member of your company. I don't belong to any company; I only belong to this shop."

Boss Bai seemed to anticipate the unsaid second half of Xue Yang's sentence, "He belongs to this shop's Lady Boss."

However, the unspoken understanding between men wouldn't be revealed so easily.

After negotiations, Boss Bai handed Xue Yang a sum of five million. To show sincerity, he offered to add a few more percentage points.

Taking what was rightfully his was the most conscientious course. If Xue Yang accepted, he'd owe Boss Bai a favor.

Although Xue Yang was financially constrained, he disliked owing favors. Even if others had helped him, he preferred expressing gratitude promptly.

Shortly after, Xue Yang noted the final auction price of the jade he had carved in the newspaper: 120 million. His joy knew no bounds.

Yet, a matter lingered in his mind. After carving the crystal coffin, it remained in his small dark room. Even if someone were willing to buy it, he felt embarrassed to sell it. Song Yu's shop focused on joyous jade, not serving as a memorial hall.

However, the huge crystal became the Little Rat's play area.

Seeing the Little Rat enjoying itself, Xue Yang burst into laughter.

On the other side, Mrs. Chen would likely appreciate such a valuable item. Its worth had surged to several hundred thousand gold, and as it was crafted by their own hands, it could fetch over a million.

Yet, they didn't know how the two bosses would react to such an expensive gift or whether they even wanted it.