Chapter 41
Ethan narrowed his eyes as he looked at the gemstone Xavier handed him. Given Xavier’s status as a renowned appraiser, he likely suspected the gemstone was fake and was testing him to see if he could identify its authenticity.
He casually took the gemstone and glanced at it, already making up his mind.
“Mr. Newmais, at first glance, this gemstone seems ordinary–intemarkable even with a crack rumming through it. But the crack is in a special position, adding a amique charm. Combined with the high quality of the gemstone itself, this is a rare type of transparent gemstone.
“I can’t give you an exact valisation, but plenty of people would want this piece.”
“Very good! I didn’t expect such sharp insight from you, young man,” exclaimed Xavier.
His rare words of praise caused Ethan to glance at him.
The gemstone had been an accidental find, and after it was cut, many gemstone
aslasis were eager to buy it.
However, Xavier kept it for himself, using it as a teaching tool. He had tested it with his other apprentices, but fewcould recognize its true value. Most of them were experienced appraisers, but Ethan, being so young, was the first to notice its worth
“You’re too kind, Mr. Newman. This is just basic knowledge. If I couldn’t spot something like this, I’d be ashamed to claim any expertise.
Hearing the pleasant conversation between Xavier and Ethan, Jayce and Alexia couldn’t help but smile. The more capable Erhan seemed, the prouder they felt “Recently, I’ve been helping some institutions train new students. Would you be interested? I can reserve a spot for you.” Xavier seemed to have the intention of taking them as his apprentice. No wonder he even tested Ethan
However, given Ethan’s current abilities, he didn’t need to learn anything. If anything, it should be Xavier coming to him to leam.
“Sorry, Mr. Newman. I’m not interested. I’ve already leamed what I needed to, and I don’t want to waste any more time on this.” A refusal
Everyone in the room froze in shock.
This was Xavier, one of the most renowned appraisers in Silverbank City!
In the world of appraising, his name was known to all. Even some cultural preservation agencies frequently invited him to help identity unearthed relics. He might not be wealthier than others, but he far surpassed most people in terms of reputation and status.
Many people had begged to become his apprentice, but they were turned away. And now, someone here was turning down an invitation to become his apprentice? “Erty, why did you refuse? Mr. Newman is so well–known. If you become his apprentice, everyone in Silverbank City will look up to you! Lily was genuinely concrmed for Ethan From her perspective, it was a golden opportunity, and rejecting it seemed like a waste.
Not just her, even jayce and Alexia couldn’t help but feel audious. It was as if the universe had handed him a fortune, and he was throwing it away. “Yes, young man. I rarely take on apprentices. Although I mentor many people, none of them can compare to you. You’d be an exception–son want to take under my wing
someone I genuinely
Seizing the opportunity, Xavier emphasized his slaerity. After all, this was the first time he had wanted to take on an apprentice in many years, but the retusal had left him somewhat unwilling to accept.
“Sorry, Mr. Newman. I’m a person who prefers to do things on my own terms. And frandy, I don’t think you could teach me anything, so I’ll have to p becoming your apprentice.”
What a joke. His mentors, though a bit unconventional, were true masters in their field, with no flat involved
pass on
Take the mentor who taught him his appraisal dolls, for instance. He had stayed briefly at a kind family’s home during his travels, casually offering a few tips, and that person went on to become a well–known matter appraiser. Even after passing away, his legacy lived ou
50, Ellun was not interested in becoming Xavier’s apprentice.
