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After successfully expanding multiple businesses, Chen Jia and Chen Jue keenly realized the huge business opportunities hidden in the jade industry. They decided to prepare new stores, get involved in the field of jade gambling, and vigorously develop jade carving techniques, launching a series of exquisite jade products.

On this day, the sun shines through the window into the study room of the Chen Mansion, which is filled with all kinds of business documents and jade samples. Chen Jia and Chen Jue sit opposite each other, concentrating on discussing the planning of the new store. Chen Jia gently strokes a piece of warm jade and speaks first: "My husband, the jade market is becoming more and more prosperous now, and gambling on jade has attracted many businessmen and wealthy people. If we can make a name for ourselves in this field, we will definitely open up new horizons for the family business."

Chen Jue nodded slightly, his eyes showing determination: "My lady, what you said is absolutely right. Although gambling on stones is quite risky, the benefits are also very considerable. However, there are many tricks involved, so we need to act with caution."

Chen Jia thought for a moment and said, "Sir, we must first recruit a group of experienced jade gambling experts to select high-quality raw stones for us. At the same time, we will increase the number of jade carving craftsmen, improve our carving skills, and create unique jade products."

Chen Jue picked up a jade sample and looked at it carefully. "Madam, the recruitment of jade carving craftsmen is indeed crucial. We not only need to find those with superb skills, but also those who are innovative and can develop novel jade ornaments and objects. Exquisite ornaments such as gold-inlaid jade and hollow jade carvings, as well as practical objects such as jade tea sets and cups, will definitely attract many customers."

Chen Jia's eyes lit up and she said, "My husband, this is a brilliant idea. Gold inlaid with jade combines the elegance of gold and the warmth of jade, which will surely show a unique charm; hollow jade carvings can highlight the clear texture of jade and the superb skills of the craftsmen. As for jade tea sets and cups, they will add a touch of elegance when tasting tea and drinking."

Chen Jue smiled and said, "In that case, we will divide the work. I will be responsible for finding jade gambling experts and purchasing raw stones, and my wife will start recruiting jade carving craftsmen and prepare for the relevant matters of the store."

Chen Jia nodded and said, "Okay, sir. I will arrange it right away and post a notice to recruit talents. However, this jade carving craftsman must not only have superb skills, but also be loyal and reliable. After all, jade is precious and cannot afford any mistakes."

Chen Jue said: "My lady, you have considered everything. We can set up a strict selection process and ensure that the recruited craftsmen meet the requirements through practical operation assessment and background investigation."

After the discussion, Chen Jia and Chen Jue immediately took action. Chen Jue, along with several of his confidants, set out on a journey to find jade gambling experts and purchase raw stones. They traveled to many places, went deep into jade production areas, and exchanged and learned with local jade merchants and jade gambling experts.

At a jade production area, Chen Jue met an experienced jade gambling master. This master had a sharp eye and was quite famous in the jade gambling industry. Chen Jue said sincerely: "Master, my wife and I are planning to get involved in the jade gambling industry. I know that you are very knowledgeable in this area. I hope you can join us and give us a hand."

The gambling stone master looked at Chen Jue and said, "Duke Chen, I have heard about you and your wife. Your achievements in business are admirable. But gambling on stones is very risky. If you are not careful, you will lose everything."

Chen Jue said firmly: "Master, I understand the risks. But I believe that with your experience and our efforts, we will be able to carve out a niche in this industry. Moreover, we also plan to develop jade carving and create a series of exquisite jade products. The prospects are broad."

The gambling stone master thought for a moment and said, "Duke Chen, if you are really so determined, I am willing to join. But I have a condition. You must listen to my advice on all purchasing matters."

Chen Jue said quickly: "Master, don't worry, you are an expert, and you will naturally be the one in charge of purchasing."

At the same time, Chen Jia was busy preparing to recruit jade carving craftsmen in his mansion. After the notice was posted, there was an endless stream of craftsmen coming to apply for the job.

At the selection site, Chen Jia conducted detailed inquiries and strict assessments on each applicant. She picked up a piece of jade and said to a craftsman, "Master, please carve a simple piece on the spot so that we can see your skills."

The craftsman skillfully picked up the tool and began to carve. After a while, a lifelike jade cicada appeared in front of everyone. Chen Jia looked at it carefully and said, "Master, your skills are indeed superb. But we also hope that the craftsmen can be innovative, such as trying gold inlaid jade, hollow jade carving and other techniques. What do you think about this?"

The craftsman thought for a moment and said, "Madam, gold inlay with jade requires careful consideration of the matching ratio of gold and jade and the inlaying technique to ensure that the two complement each other. Hollow jade carving requires extremely high skills and requires boldness and carefulness. If you are not careful, all your efforts will be wasted. However, I am willing to try."

Chen Jia nodded with satisfaction: "Okay, if Master can join us, there will be opportunities to show your skills in the future."

After layers of screening, Chen Jia recruited a group of jade carving craftsmen with superb skills and innovative spirit.

During the preparation process for the new store, Chen Jia and Chen Jue often got together to discuss the layout of the store and the design of jade products.

Chen Jia pointed to the design sketch of the shop and said, "My husband, I think the layout of this shop should be divided into a gambling area, a jade display area and a carving work area. The gambling area should be spacious and bright to facilitate customers to choose raw stones; the display area should be beautifully decorated to perfectly present our jade products; the carving work area should be relatively quiet so that the craftsmen can concentrate on their creations."

Chen Jue nodded in agreement: "Madam, this design is very good. The jade display area can be classified and displayed according to different jade products, such as gold-inlaid jade ornaments, hollow jade carvings, jade tea sets and cups, etc., so that customers can see it clearly at a glance."

With the purchase of raw stones and the arrival of craftsmen, the jade carving work officially began. The craftsmen devoted themselves to the creation and tried various novel techniques.

A craftsman held a newly completed gold-inlaid jade ornament and excitedly found Chen Jia and Chen Jue, "Duke, Madam, look at this gold-inlaid jade pendant. I carved the gold into the shape of a ruyi and combined it with the round jade, which symbolizes good luck and good fortune."

Chen Jia took the pendant, examined it carefully, and exclaimed: "Master, your design is so ingenious. The gold and jade complement each other, showing the elegance of gold and the warmth of jade. It is really exquisite."

Chen Jue also nodded and praised: "Not bad, jewelry with this kind of craftsmanship will definitely attract many customers. Master, I hope you can create more works of this kind."

With the efforts of everyone, exquisite gold-inlaid jade, hollow jade carvings, jade tea sets, cups, etc. have been produced one after another. The jade tea sets are warm and delicate, and the cups are carved with exquisite patterns, shining softly in the sun; the hollow jade carvings are exquisitely crafted, and each hollowing is just right, showing the smart beauty of jade.

Chen Jia looked at these exquisite jade products with great anticipation in her heart: "My husband, these works are so exquisite. I believe they will be very popular after the store opens."

Chen Jue smiled and said, "My dear, this is the result of our joint efforts. We still need to do a good job of publicity and promotion to let more people know about our new store and these unique jade products."

Therefore, Chen Jia and Chen Jue arranged people to post posters all over the city, inviting wealthy businessmen and literati in the city to attend the opening ceremony of the store.

On the opening day, the new store was decorated with lights and was bustling with activity. Guests flocked into the store and praised the jade products in the store.

A wealthy businessman picked up a hollow jade carving and exclaimed: "This hollow jade carving craftsmanship is really ingenious. Such exquisite works are rare."

Chen Jia smiled and said, "Thank you for your appreciation. The craftsmen in our shop are skilled and constantly innovating, striving to bring you more exquisite jade products."

Another scholar looked at a set of jade tea sets and said, "Tasting tea with this jade tea set seems to add a bit of tea fragrance. It is really an elegant item."

Chen Jue said: "Your Excellency is right. We hope that through these jade products, everyone can feel the charm and cultural connotation of jade."

Amid the laughter and cheers of the crowd, Chen Jia and Chen Jue's new store officially opened their glorious chapter in the jade industry. With their keen business acumen and unremitting efforts, they will surely create even more brilliant achievements in this new field.