Gu Bai was never one for pleasantries, and since the main person was present now, he got straight to the point and asked, "Mr. Warner, I just heard from Tino Rodlin that you are not the owner of the title for this house, and I'm not sure if this villa can be sold to me?"

"Mr. Gu, you don't need to worry. Since I was able to get in contact with you, I certainly have the authority."

"That's good, then we can start discussing the details of this villa now."

Warner, being a Westerner, really appreciated Gu Bai's straightforwardness, and his smile broadened.

"I believe Mr. Gu has already familiarized himself with the basics of Villa No. 91 before coming here. I'll take you around now for a more comprehensive understanding of this villa, how about that?"

"I'd be delighted."

With that, Warner led Gu Bai and Principal Wang around the inside and outside of the villa, introducing it to them.

"I'm sure Mr. Gu knows that the 91 villas of the Yihe Original Villa range from 900 to 3,000 square meters with 9 different layouts and 18 façade styles. And this Building King even has a 3,600 square meters footprint.

Originally it was divided into four floors, including two above ground and two underground. You've seen the first-floor hall and garden; it's a premium social setting that can fully meet your social needs, even if you have many friends.

The second floor is a spacious living area with 360-degree lighting and various styles of master bedrooms, including European, traditional Hua Country styles, and modern trends, allowing you to choose any style you like for the master bedroom.

The first underground level is a private club where you can store your valuable exhibits and luxury cars.

The second underground level is a tasteful bunker, and what that means depends on the homeowner's preference.

Originally there were only 4 floors, but since we purchased this villa in 2012, we've expanded it to include a third underground level, which is our European traditional wine cellar. Inside, there are currently millions worth of top wine; if Mr. Gu is a wine lover, you will surely be very satisfied."

After touring for over half an hour with Warner, even Principal Wang couldn't help but feel overwhelmed.

It has to be said that when it comes to indulgences, foreigners surely know how to enjoy themselves. Villa No. 91 was literally transformed into a small top European estate.

After returning to the hall, Tino Rodlin had the cold coffee cleared away and three fresh cups brought in.

Warner invited Gu Bai and Principal Wang to sit down and, lifting his coffee cup, said, "You can have a taste, this is coffee from our United Kingdom's Saint Helena Island, with only a ton produced each year, very rare, and knowledge of it is likely limited to true coffee culture enthusiasts."

Gu Bai was originally indifferent to coffee, but after hearing Warner's words, he couldn't help but take a curious sip.

It was fragrant and mellow, slightly bitter, but the biggest difference compared to other coffees was the quick return of sweetness, where the bitterness at the front was quickly followed by a lingering sweetness on the palate.

"How is the taste?"

"Very good, I like it a lot."

Warner, like a child being praised, grinned widely. It's always a pleasure when someone else enjoys what you enjoy.

After listening to Warner's coffee culture explanation for a few minutes, Gu Bai grew impatient. He seized a lull in Warner's speech to say, "Mr. Warner, I am very satisfied with this villa. How do you plan to sell it?"

Warner, knowing Gu Bai's direct nature, skipped further pleasantries and said with a smile, "This villa isn't mine but belongs to a British noble. However, recent changes in his family have led to some overseas assets needing to be liquidated, and it so happened that I learned that Mr. Gu was looking to purchase a residence, which is why I contacted you.

I can see Mr. Gu is very satisfied with this villa, so I'll get straight to the terms for purchasing it."

Gu Bai listened intently.

"I have already received full delegation from that noble, granting me complete authority to handle the property. As I mentioned earlier, we need to convert the property to currency, and it must be an outright purchase. I realize this condition is very demanding, but it is our only requirement."

Warner wasn't wrong; for such a luxury property in the hundreds of millions range, requiring an outright purchase is indeed demanding, but with over 17 billion in his account, Gu Bai would find installments more troublesome.

Thinking of this, Gu Bai directly said, "I can accept a full payment. Mr. Warner, please name your price."

Warner had originally planned to maximize the allowance for installments for Gu Bai, but he was caught off guard when Gu Bai agreed so readily.

"Mr. Gu agrees to a full payment?"

"That's right."

After confirming again, Warner was pleased and said, "In that case, let's proceed to discuss the price of the villa. The original purchase price was 800 million RMB, almost 91 million Pounds, and as you know, property values in Hua Country have grown significantly over the years. Villa No. 91 exceeded 1 billion quite some time ago.

So, we're hoping to settle at 1.5 billion."

Principal Wang, who had been quietly sipping coffee beside them, was shocked. Although property values have skyrocketed, the appreciation for such high-end real estate can't be compared to regular properties. Warner's offer was somewhat outrageous.

Even though he knew Gu Bai was wealthy, he didn't want Gu Bai to be taken advantage of and was about to remind him when he noticed Gu Bai frowning.

"Mr. Warner, I sincerely like this villa and am here with genuine intent. I hope you'll offer a sincere price because if you continue with such inflated demands, I'll have to thank you for your coffee hospitality."

Gu Bai's words caused Warner to appear composed.

"Mr. Gu, it is out of sincerity that I offer you 1.5 billion; for someone else, I would ask for 1.8 billion."

Hua Country has an old saying about asking for the sky and settling lower, but I don't like that approach. It seems there's no fate between me and this villa. Thank you, Mr. Warner, for the hospitality. If there's an opportunity, I will surely return the favor."

Having said that, Gu Bai and Principal Wang made to leave.

Seeing this, Warner quickly stood up to dissuade them: "Mr. Gu, please don't rush off. May I know what kind of offer you can accept?"

Gu Bai paused by the sofa but didn't sit back down, instead maintaining an attitude of walking away if not satisfied, saying, "Since I came here, it shows I've learned about Villa No. 91. Do you know that the most expensive Siheyuan in the entire Capital City is only 1.55 billion? Asking for 1.5 billion is a bit outrageous.

I'm sure Mr. Warner knows I'm not one for idle chatter. I'll give just one offer.

1.1 billion.

You bought this villa in '12 for 800 million, and I'm offering 300 million more than the original price. In less than six years, the appreciation rate is already 37.5%. If you're still not satisfied, there's nothing more I can do. And surely you know, wanting a full payment, it's unlikely you'll find many in Hua Country who can put down 1.1 billion.

Of course, you can return to the United Kingdom and see if there's any British noble willing to settle in Hua Country who can afford 1.25 billion Pounds."

"Mr. Gu, you can sit down first, we can discuss it slowly."

Warner should be unable to accept a 4 billion cut all at once, and he was prepared to negotiate carefully with Gu Bai.

However, Gu Bai was not interested in haggling further; 1.1 billion was his final offer, and he wouldn't offer a penny more.

"There's no need. As long as Mr. Warner agrees, we can immediately have lawyers handle the transaction. If you're not satisfied with this price, then I can only apologize."

Warner initially thought Gu Bai was playing hard to get, but seeing Gu Bai's determined expression made him understand that this was likely his final offer.

Thinking of this, Warner wryly smiled.

"Mr. Gu, you also know the villa's real owner isn't me, and I need to consult the actual owner. If possible, I hope you can give me some time."

Warner knew that if Gu Bai left, this villa might not sell anytime soon.

The logic was simple, as Gu Bai had said, while there are many wealthy in Hua Country, there aren't many willing to buy a property for 1.1 billion outright.

With this in mind, Warner made a video call to London right in front of Gu Bai.

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