Unparalleled Supremacy

Chapter 5

Everyone present in the banquet room was all in an uproar after hearing Chris' detailed explanation.

The disdainful comment from the guest in the hall made Eric nervous. He broke into a cold sweat as he feared that his reputation would be ruined.

To be more accurate, he had indeed bought this Jade Sculpture from a peddler at a low price of a hundred thousand dollars. He didn't expect that anyone would be able to recognize it as a fake product. He couldn't allow himself to go down in such a disgraceful manner.

"You are a despicable bastard. You are obviously just trying to slander me. I bought these Jade Sculpture from a verified source and they couldn't be fake.” Eric shamelessly lied.

Chris smiled because he expected that Eric wouldn't admit his fault easily. “In that case, why don't we let someone else verify the authenticity of the Jade in order to confirm it's truly an original.” he suggested.

Everyone in the room fixed their gaze on Ben as he was the only other person in the room that had knowledge about Jade.

“Chris, are you sure that your claim being a fake is legit?” Ben questioned.

Chris nodded in affirmation. “Yes, Grandpa. I’m confident that the Jade sculpture is indeed of low quality. Real jades are smooth leaves and have random patterns. Unlike the one you are holding in your arm right now which had a rougher texture and detail pattern. I suspect that Eric must have gotten it from a peddler and scrupulously packed it in a high grade box to give the impression that the Jade was expensive all for the purpose of deceiving you.”

“However, a fake is a fake. Any expert will be able to determine its authenticity. I’m sure even Grandpa will not be able to tell as well since you haven't been interested in Jade for a long time now.” He explained.

“Fine, let's find out from a professional if this Jade sculpture is real or fake.” Ben said, picking up his cellphone and dialed up his personal appraiser that escorts him every time he wanted to go jade gambling.

Soon, another man in his early fifties arrived. It was supposed to be a holiday but he just couldn't resist the urge of seeing a jade piece that was worth a million dollars and could even be worth more after his appraisal.

Everyone watch closely af the jade sculpture was handed over to the appraiser for proper examination, their eyes seeming ready to explode with curiosity.

The appraiser's facial expression was distorted as he examined the Jade sculpture that were in his possession. A short while later, he raised his gaze, directly looking at Ben with a frown on his face.

Eric was sweating profusely and feeling guilty. He clenched his fist tightly as he had the urge to rush forward to beat Chris to death at that moment.

It was true that he had bought the Jade from a peddler's shop. He had thought that nobody would be able to recognize the true worth of the Jade considering his exquisite attempt to cover up that despicable fact.

Who would’ve known that Chris was very knowledgeable about Jade? - He was already regretting his actions because he knew that Ben would be totally disappointed in him for attempting to trick him.

Eric had his mind already prepared for the worst case scenario because his reputation would take a heavy blow if he was exposed in such a social event where many elite individuals were present.

Even his parents Brian and Nancy Carter were feeling very nervous because they knew that Ben would certainly be displeased if the Jade were indeed of inferior quality just as Chris had said.

Brian was Benjamin's second son and unlike his older brother, Bruce Carter he was very unskilled in business management which made his chance of him being the patriarch very slim.

Fortunately, the chances of his branch of the family becoming the patriarch increased after Bruce's tragic accident.

Although he didn't get the chance to be the next patriarch, at least the opportunity was widely opened to his son, Eric.

However, Eva who inherited her father’s genius business talent was a threat and so he always did everything in his power to make sure that Eric was always far ahead of Eva but he was now worried all that effort would be wasted because of this blunder he had just committed.

The apraiser took another glance at the Jade sculpture in his hands which lasted for several seconds, analyzing them meticulously. Indeed, the Jade sculpture matched Chris' description which proved that the Jade was of low quality.

However, he was conflicted about admitting since he was aware that such a judgment would greatly ruin Eric’s reputation. He clearly knew him much Benjamin valued Eric so afrsid of bearing the consequences of publicly humiliating the patriach’s beloved grandchild in such a difficult position.

“Tell me the results now. Is it an original or imitation.” Benjamin yelled in a menacing tone.

Without putting much thought into it, The appraiser eventually decided that it was more important to protect Eric's prestige than to prove the truth. He eyed Chris disdainfully. “The Jade sculpture is an original.” He announced.

Ben was stunned. He already suspected that the Jade was indeed a fake. He couldn't bear to announce it himself because that would mean disgracing that his own heir. As a result, he resorted to using the appraiser but it turns out the appraiser had read the atmosphere inside the room before making a decision.

“Chris, you ungrateful bastard. What are you trying to do by smearing my eldest grandson’s good name? Did you think that it would make it easier to earn my acknowledgement after getting rid of Eric? The Jade sculpture are of the highest grade quality. It’s very obvious that you are trying to break the bond of our Carter family with your dubious scheme!” Ben barked loudly and was evidently fuming in rage.

Eric was also flabbergasted, but then he burst out laughing.”Did you hear that? Grandfather just confirmed that this is the real Jade sculpture. Earlier, you confidently claimed that it was fake and tried to frame me in front of everyone but take a look at what happened.” He taunted while pointing at Chris.

Chris was taken by surprise by Ben's words. As he stared at his grandfather-in-law in disbelief he realized that they shamelessly flipped the truth upside-down and was defending Eric.

“Tch……I cant believe that I almost believed the words of that good-for-nothing”

“I don't blame you because for a moment I believed him as well. He just sounds like a Jade expert.”

“Eric has always been a filial grandson and surely wouldn't dare deceive grandpa. How dare that trash try to frame him?"

Eva could no longer bear the spiteful remarks of her relative. It was like numerous daggers were piercing her heart at the same time.

She picked up a glass of water from the table and splashed on Chris' face. “You coward. How dare you falsely accuse my cousin?” she berated Chris, her voice filled with annoyance.

“I'm sorry. I promised you that I wouldn't cause trouble but I messed up again." Chris apologized with a sullen expression.

Eva was heartbroken. She wasn't an idiot so she suspected that her grandfather’s decision was bogus and Chris was paying the price. However, the fastest way she could think of to bring this matter to a conclusion was by scolding Chris in this manner: “Leave this palace now." Your presence is no longer welcome here," she instructed in a stern voice.“I'm sorry. You can throw it back at me later." In a low voice she whispered as Chris walked past her.

Chris smiled back at Eva. “It's alright.” He replied, nodding to her in understanding before taking his leave.