Summit Farmer
Chapter 1580 - 1579: Promotion and Wealth_1

Chapter 1580: Chapter 1579: Promotion and Wealth_1

Everyone suddenly became curious about whether the books Peter Brown had were genuine.

At that moment, Ivy Cooper also returned to the office.

A captain said, "Then why not go and get them appraised right now?"

"I’m working."

"It’s not a big deal, today the leaders will be in a meeting for a while and won’t be looking for you. Ivy can man the office, right?" the deputy head of the finance department, who was also in the office, chimed in at this time.

"Peter, I’ll take you there," Captain Cook even volunteered.

"No need, no need, I’ll take a taxi. It’s just inside the market, not far."

After Peter Brown finished speaking, he wrapped the books in newspaper, then picked them up in a plastic bag and walked out.

Seeing Peter Brown carry the books so simply, everyone shook their heads.

In a hurry, Peter Brown hit the street, then hailed a cab and left.

The people in the office watched Peter Brown’s retreating figure and once again started discussing among themselves.

When Ivy Cooper heard that Peter Brown’s books might be worth over one million dollars, she was utterly stunned and exclaimed, "Those old books?"

"Captain Cook, you should have gone with him. If they’re really worth that much, there could be safety concerns!"

A woman said, looking towards Captain Cook.

With a smile, Captain Cook said, "I’ve heard a bit about how things work in the Antique Market; outsiders shouldn’t interfere too much. It wouldn’t be convenient for me to accompany him."

Although everyone was unclear about the situation and stopped thinking further, they simply continued speculating about the authenticity of Peter Brown’s books.

By now, Peter Brown had arrived at the entrance of the market. After paying the taxi fare, he entered the market and deliberately went into a large shop. He wandered around inside for a while, then left through a secluded back door. When he saw a garbage bin, he threw a book into it and quickly disposed of all six books.

Ensuring no one would notice him, Peter Brown found a secluded spot to play with his cell phone for a while, then leisurely walked out.

Once again taking a taxi back to the office, Peter Brown’s expression shifted from calm to an act of excitement and exhilaration as he burst into the office.

At the time, the people in the office were still shooting the breeze and chatting, all waiting for Peter Brown’s return.

When Peter Brown walked in, all eyes turned to him.

This time, Ivy couldn’t help but ask.

"Peter, how did it go?"

Peter Brown then pretended to be still somewhat agitated, hands trembling as he took out his cell phone and said, "Real... real... it’s real!"

"What?"

"Where are the books?" At this moment, everyone couldn’t stay calm.

"Sold."

"What?"

"How much did you sell them for?"

Peter Brown then picked up his teacup and took a big gulp. Only after this did he seem to calm down somewhat and said, "It was a boss from Southland who bought them on the spot. After appraisal, they confirmed that it indeed is a very rare kind of book. Anyway, I can’t really explain it, but it’s said to be very valuable for the study of a certain culture. One of the books was worth more, about 500,000 dollars, the other three were 300,000 each, and two were around 80,000 dollars. They said those prices could only be reached at an auction, but that Southland boss gave me 1.5 million dollars on the spot."

"What?"

The people were once again stunned. Thinking that those six old books could be worth over a million, no one could remain calm.

"Really? Did you get the money?" Ivy asked incredulously.

Everyone’s gaze also turned to Peter Brown, equally skeptical as they all asked.

"Received, received, look everyone, this is the text message from the bank confirming the transfer was successful. I went to the bank to check, and indeed 1.5 million dollars has been deposited into my bank account."

"Holy shit!"

Everyone crowded around to see the message notification on Peter Brown’s cell phone.

Seeing everyone’s wide-eyed looks, a smile appeared on the corners of Peter Brown’s mouth.

Before coming here, Peter Brown had deliberately made a transfer from another account, moving 1.5 million dollars over. Now, no matter how everyone looked at it, it was impossible to see anything fake about it.

Ivy Cooper snatched the cell phone to take a closer look, scrutinizing it seriously.

After looking, Ivy Cooper regarded Peter Brown with a complex expression, unable to fathom how this country boy could earn so much money just by buying a few shabby books.

1.5 million dollars!

Not just Ivy, but everyone was finding it hard to stay calm.

"You’ve got to treat us, you must!"

Captain Cook slapped Peter Brown’s shoulder hard.

By then, everyone had confirmed that Peter Brown really had struck it rich, and they were all making a fuss about it.

Just then, the door of the small conference room next to them opened, and the leaders came out with complicated expressions on their faces.

Seeing so many people in the Integrated Office, Henry Ford rarely came in and asked with a smile, "What are you all discussing?"

Reid Nelson followed closely behind, his expression complex as he looked toward Peter Brown.

The deputy head of the finance department said eagerly, "Leader, Peter Brown came into money today!"

Today, Vincent Clinton seemed a bit closer to Henry Ford, following and asking with a smile, "How did he get rich?"

Everyone shared the story of Peter Brown’s lucky find.

Learning that Peter Brown had suddenly made 1.5 million dollars, Henry Ford and the others were also shocked looking at Peter Brown.

The head of the finance department, as a leading member, was surprised and said, "You’re quite something, kid. You have to treat us, now that you’ve been promoted and gotten rich all at once!"

The people who followed in also looked at Peter Brown with smiles, their faces showing complex emotions.

"Okay, today Peter Brown must treat us. Let’s all go eat at the Fish Water Restaurant in the county; let Peter Brown pay, what do you say?" Henry Ford said to everyone with a belly laugh.

"Absolutely, it’s a must."

"I’ll treat, is that not enough?" Peter Brown said with a smile on his face.

Reid Nelson said, "Peter Brown, the meeting of the leading members just approved your appointment as Deputy Director of the Integrated Office, in charge of the shuttle bus group."

"Edward Ford..."

Peter Brown then looked at Henry Ford, showing a touched expression.

Patting Peter Brown’s shoulder, Henry Ford said, "Those with ability should be put to use; everyone has seen your performance. Do your job well, and of course, you can’t get out of hosting dinner tonight; you should treat everyone to a good meal."

The crowd burst into laughter.

Peter Brown also earnestly said, "Edward Ford, I’ll heed your advice. I’ll do my job well for sure, and tonight everyone can pick whatever they want to eat."

Reid Nelson chuckled and said, "I’ll make the reservation; you just have to foot the bill, hehe."

Apart from Ivy Cooper, who was in a daze, the atmosphere in the office was very good.

At that moment, the way people looked at Peter Brown had changed drastically.