Wen Ting shook her head and said: "I don't know. I have no research on ancient paintings. It can be said that I know nothing about it. I basically can't judge the authenticity of an antique unless it is a very poorly made fake. Xiaohao,

Who painted this painting? The painter must be famous, right?"

Jiahao nodded solemnly and replied: "That painter is indeed relatively famous. Now his paintings are very popular in the ancient art auction market. It is said that a painting can fetch tens of millions or even hundreds of millions of dollars!"

"Ah?! So expensive?!" Wen Ting said in surprise, "Which ancient master is this work?"

He couldn't wait to know the origin of the "Hunting Picture of the Ming Dynasty Autumn". Jiahao told her calmly: "It's Qiu Ying, a very outstanding painter in the Ming Dynasty. He and the legendary Jiangnan painter headed by Tang Bohu

The four great talents are from the same era. Although Qiu Ying's influence and fame among the people are not as good as those of Tang Bohu, in the painting world he is definitely no less than Tang Bohu.

"Along the River During the Qingming Festival", in fact, there was also a "Along the River During the Qingming Festival" during the Ming Dynasty. That painting is one of Qiu Ying's masterpieces, and it is now collected by a history museum and regarded as a first-class national treasure!"

"Of course I know this!" Wen Ting nodded vigorously and said, "Qiu Ying's paintings are very famous in the antique shop, but most of them are shoddy fakes! Jiahao, there is no trace of this painting.

Qiu Ying's style, are you sure it's his work?!"

"It is undoubtedly his authentic work!" Jiahao said firmly, "Now I want to know what his market value is."

"Jiahao, do you want to transfer this courtyard painting?" Wen Ting said in surprise, "Since this must be Qiu Ying's original work and it is a large hand scroll, it must be very valuable and worthy of collection."

Jiahao smiled bitterly and said: "I also want to keep it, but I am reluctant to let it go, but there is no other way. I have to sell it, but of course I have to sell it at a suitable price."

"Why? Xiaohao, do you need money urgently?" Hearing what he said, Wen Ting'e frowned slightly and said, "If you are in a hurry for money, I can give you some, I still have some on hand.

If there is not enough, Nick can go to my father and borrow some."

"Oh, what do I need your money for?" Jiahao smiled bitterly, "Even if you lend me all the money you have, it won't be enough."

"Isn't it enough?" Wen Ting asked, "Xiaohao, what are you going to do? Do you want to spend so much money?"

Jiahao nodded and replied: "Yes, we need a lot of money! I originally wanted to give you a surprise, but... let me tell you, I used it to buy a house, and I also have to buy a car, and we also

The holiday is coming soon, and I plan to drive home during the holiday. In addition to these two expenses, I also have to keep some savings in my hand. I can’t do it in an antique shop without money. I want to receive more valuable things but I can’t afford it.”

"Haha, it doesn't matter." Jiahao said with a nonchalant smile, "Can't I think of a way? I believe Qiu Ying's painting can be sold for tens of millions, and I will get enough money after the sale.

I hope that the house will be transferred as soon as possible so that I can live down-to-earth in Beijing and develop well, and then I will take over my parents and younger sister."

Wen Ting nodded in agreement: "You're right. So, Xiaohao, what are you going to do next? Should you send this painting directly to a reliable auction company, or find another way to sell it? I think it's better to choose the auction.

The format is good, but it’s a bit slow. It can take several months from auction planning to closing, which may delay your purchase of a new house.”

Jiahao said: "I think so too. I plan to check with Mr. Zheng first and ask him to help set a price. Once the condition of the things is confirmed, it will be much easier. Maybe Mr. Zheng can introduce a very real big boss.

This way things can be transferred out smoothly.”

"Well, it's okay." Wen Ting agreed with his approach.

After chatting with Wen Ting for a while, Jiahao put away the painting. Afterwards, he called Mr. Zheng immediately. He wanted to call the other party directly to help him with the eyes.

After the call got through, Jiahao explained the situation, saying that he had something in his hand that he was not sure about and needed help from the other party to identify it.

Zheng ### agreed without saying a word, saying that he would leave immediately and would come directly to "Yi Gu Xuan" to see something.

A few hours later, Mr. Zheng's car stopped at the door. Seeing this, Jiahao hurried over to greet him.

"Mr. Zheng, are you here?" Jiahao said happily, "It's really troublesome for you to have to travel such a long way."

Mr. Zheng shook his head politely and said: "It doesn't matter. It's very convenient to have a car. Xiao Yao, what good things did you receive? Yesterday I received a call from Lao Pan. He said that your bronze

The three sets of bird seal scripts left on the tripod have been deciphered."

"Well, yes." Jiahao said, "Mr. Pan said that the bronze was used by a general during the Warring States Period, and it was the 'Li Mu's Cauldron.'"

Mr. Zheng smiled and said: "I know it too. Now that the thing is judged as 'Li Mu's Cauldron', its value is immeasurable!"

As they talked, the two walked towards the back of the store. When they reached the table, Jiahao hurriedly asked Mr. Zheng to sit down, and Wenting beside him was also busy serving tea.

After the three of them chatted for a while, Jiahao unfolded the "Hunting Picture of the Ming Dynasty Autumn" and showed it to Mr. Zheng for appreciation.

As soon as Zheng Lao discovered the group of appreciation seals left by several emperors of the Ming Dynasty, his expression suddenly changed. He exclaimed: "This is a collection of paintings from the Ming Dynasty palace! Look at the painting style, it should be Qiu Ying's work.

Both the material and the quality of the painting of this painting are of the highest quality, which is rare, very rare!”

"Mr. Zheng, how much is this painting worth?" Jiahao asked softly.

Mr. Zheng said seriously: "A similar work appeared in the Yuan Dynasty. It was called "Royal Autumn Hunting Picture". This painting should be an imitation of Qiu Ying, but it is not inferior at all! If it is sent to an auction company for auction,

, the final transaction price will be at least 50 million, no less!"

"Fifty million?!" Hearing Mr. Zheng's answer, Jiahao was surprised and happy.

Fifty million is definitely not a low price. After selling the things, he can solve all the problems, including houses and cars!

"What, Xiao Yao, are you going to sell this painting? This is Qiu Ying's palace painting, very precious!" Hearing Jiahao ask, Mr. Zheng was surprised and asked.

Jiahao nodded and said: "Yes, I have this plan, because the family is in urgent need of money, and I have to raise a sum of money."

"Oh, that's right?" Mr. Zheng nodded and said, "That's fine. Life is the main thing, collecting is the supplement. Solving the family's financial difficulties is more important."

But Jiahao said with some regret: "Mr. Zheng, if this painting is sent to an auction company, it will take a long time to wait for the sale, right? But I have to raise enough funds within half a month, otherwise I can't solve the problem.

Question. This is what I think. Do you know any collectors who like to collect Qiu Ying's works? It would be great if you could introduce a suitable buyer."

"Of course!" Mr. Zheng replied quickly, "There are many collectors who like Qiu Ying's paintings. Besides, your painting is so majestic and it is a palace collection. The most important thing is that it has left behind the legacy of several generations of emperors of the Ming Dynasty.

Seals are not found in ordinary palace paintings, so you can imagine how valuable it is for collection!"

Jiahao said in surprise and joy: "That's great! Mr. Zheng, go back and introduce me to a big boss, one who is honest and reliable, otherwise it will be difficult to negotiate the price."

"Of course!" Mr. Zheng replied solemnly, "The buyers I introduce to you must be trustworthy buyers. I would not introduce such good things to ordinary people! Xiao Yao, don't worry, you are so kind.

Are you still worried about not finding a buyer for your stuff? Others want it!"

"I hope this is the case!" Jiahao sighed.

Zheng repeated and asked: "Xiao Yao, if you are in a hurry, let me lend you the money first. How much do you need? If it is not a lot, I can still lend it."

Jiahao said: "More. Mr. Zheng, I'm embarrassed to borrow your money. Just help me contact the buyer. Try to sell this painting as soon as possible to solve the urgent needs of the family."

"Well, that's good." Zheng Laohaosheng responded, "I'll contact you later. It should be no problem. Just wait for the good news."

With Mr. Zheng's words, Jiahao secretly breathed a long sigh of relief and felt relieved.

After Mr. Zheng admired the painting for a while, he said goodbye to Jiahao and drove away from Antique Street.

"Xiao Hao, you are so awesome! What you said is absolutely right. This painting does have a great background and is actually worth so much money!" Wen Ting smiled brightly when she saw Mr. Zheng off and returned to the store.

He said to Jiahao, feeling quite congratulatory.

Jiahao said happily: "Now that I have Mr. Zheng's affirmation, I am more confident! If I can sell it for 50 million, that's pretty much it."

His "Hunting Picture of the Ming Dynasty" by Qiu Ying was originally bought from Boss Shao for only 500,000 yuan. Compared with Mr. Zheng's current estimate of 50 million yuan, the value has increased a hundred times, and that's just

It's hard to tell the exact price of Mr. Zheng's lowest estimate, but it won't be lower than that amount anyway.

If Boss Shao finds out about this, I don’t know what he will think. He will definitely regret it and even want to file a lawsuit with Jiahao to get his things back. Fifty million is not a small amount, anyone

I feel bad knowing that I have lost such a huge advantage.

Therefore, Jia Hao had to keep a low profile and keep this matter secret. The original owner of the painting, Boss Shao, must not be made aware of it.

"Xiao Ting, I'll lock this painting in the safe in the back room first, and I'll come back to pick it up later. I have to go to the Appreciation Room." Later, Jiahao called to Wen Ting.

"Yeah, okay." Wen Ting nodded quickly and agreed, then helped Jiahao put away the very precious ancient painting.

After putting the paintings away, Jiahao said goodbye to Wen Ting and walked away. Now he went straight to "Jianbao Zhai." When he walked into the store, he saw Lin Haitao and Uncle Jiang packing things, so he hurriedly walked over to help.

Although he is very free to work in "Jianbaozhai", it doesn't matter if he comes earlier or later, he just needs to make a phone call, but his Jiahao is still a member of "Jianbaozhai" after all, helping

It is his job and his duty to do things for Lin Haitao and the others.

"Haitao, do you know Boss Zhao?" After finishing his work, Jiahao suddenly asked.

Lin Haitao asked: "Which Boss Zhao?"

Jiahao said: "Boss Zhao from Gufenglou."

"Oh, it's him?" Lin Haitao nodded and said, "Of course I know him! Boss Zhao is the vice president of the local collection association, and he has some status. Who among the people hanging out on this street doesn't know him? Yao

Brother, why are you suddenly asking about Boss Zhao? Is there something wrong?"

Jiahao shook his head and said: "It's nothing serious. It's just that Boss Zhao came to see me just now. He specially invited me to attend a banquet tonight, during which there will also be an appraisal exchange meeting. He organized it by himself." He said

He invited many people on this street, I don’t know if he has been here just now.”

"No." Lin Haitao shook his head and said, "Is he going to hold an appraisal exchange meeting? It's strange, why did he even invite you? Even if he wants to hold a so-called 'appraisal exchange meeting,' it will only be them.

Is it an internal matter within the association? Is there any need to call in irrelevant people? What's more, you are still so young. No matter how people who don't know you look at you, they will only think that you are a newcomer, and he even specially invited you.

Why bother?"

He Qing nodded softly and said: "Your analysis is right, I think so too. Maybe he wants to shorten the distance between everyone, he looks very enthusiastic. Maybe he hasn't come over yet.

You send the invitation and look at it later."

But after waiting for a long time, there was still no movement. Boss Zhao didn't show up at all. Lin Haitao shook his head and smiled: "I don't think he will come to invite us. Brother Yao, it seems that Boss Zhao and the others really value you. They care about you."

Especially taken care of.”

"Is there any problem? This won't be the Hongmen Banquet, right?" Jiahao pondered for a moment and then said, "Haitao, you should know more about Boss Zhao's situation. Is there any special relationship between him and Mr. Qi?

?Liu Heng must have something to do with Mr. Qi. He sent the flower basket and the 'flesh urn' successively. This may be what Mr. Qi meant! If Boss Zhao also has a relationship with Mr. Qi, then this matter is true.
To be continued...