Chapter 402 The Universe Is Within (Third Update)

Chapter 402 There is something inside

After Niu Taishan and the others had people take the painting back, they gave Ye Tianlong a thumbs up and said, "Brother, you are a man of God. You can tell the clues in the size of the seal."

"Excuse me, old man. I happen to be familiar with it."

Ye Tianlong smiled, and then pointed to Guo Sisi's painting: "This forger is not only a genius, but also a very conscientious person."

"When he imitated Master Xu Beihong, he not only left flaws for everyone to identify the authenticity, but also incorporated his own style into it, making it natural and perfect."

When he said these words, Ye Tianlong felt somewhat embarrassed because he was praising himself.

"This painting is still worth some money, but 70 million is a big waste."

Everyone nodded in unison, Guo Sisi and the others looked ugly, and the people from Dong Laishun were even more embarrassed. They didn't expect it to be a fake, which would be a huge blow to their reputation.

Niu Taishan cupped his hands and smiled: "Brother Ye, I didn't recognize Taishan just now. I thought you were an ignorant child. Now it seems that I am ignorant."

Qiao Beidou also praised repeatedly: "I have a real treasure in my hand, but I can't tell whether it is real or fake."

Ye Tianlong still had the same expression, laughing and saying: "The old man deserves the prize, the authorities are fascinated, but the onlookers know clearly."

Seeing Ye Tianlong's humble look, applause broke out from all around, and they felt a little ashamed of themselves, because they had also ridiculed Ye Tianlong just now.

But the applause was unambiguous at all, especially those with seniority who worked harder and applauded warmly.

Other spectators said the same thing, praising Ye Tianlong for being a hero at such a young age!

Guo Sisi and the others were very angry and wanted to tear up the painting, but they were a little reluctant to part with it. They could only look at Ye Tianlong resentfully, feeling that the latter had cut off his wealth.

"Everyone."

Ye Tianlong struck while the iron was hot: "Today I prevented everyone from falling into the 70 million trap. I also worked hard to paint this painting. Why don't you give me a few bucks to buy this painting from me."

"Of course, it's not worth much, but it's all my hard work, so it's not too much to switch to takeout, right?"

Everyone burst into laughter, secretly exclaiming that this boy is really fun. The three girls, Zhao Keke, even admired Ye Tianlong and could always make some money.

Qiao Beidou waved his hand: "One hundred thousand, I want it!"

"One hundred thousand? Go and grab it, Old Qiao."

Niu Taishan took the painting over directly: "I want it at fifty."

Hua Ruyu and the others were all stunned. They didn't expect that Ye Tianlong would earn half a million yuan from such a painting.

"Then thank you Niu Lao."

Ye Tianlong did not refuse, and reported his account number to the old man with a white beard with a smile. Soon, five hundred thousand was credited.

Although Qiao Beidou was a little jealous, he didn't increase the price to snatch it. He just snorted: "Old Niu, why did you buy it for 500,000?"

Niu Taishan chuckled, rolled up the painting and put it away: "Brother Ye's painting is enough to look real, even more realistic than Dong Laishun's painting."

"That painting can fetch a sky-high price of 70 million at Christie's. If I take care of this one one day and throw it out for auction, it won't get away with 6 million."

When Qiao Beidou heard this, he slapped his thigh: "Yes, why didn't I think of it?"

He was very sad: "Old Niu, put it down, I want one million."

Such high-imitation calligraphy and painting can be sold for sky-high prices if you are not careful.

Of course, he won't fake it and put it up for auction, but if he keeps it, some enthusiasts may be willing to pay a high price to collect it.

Niu Taishan smiled and shook his head: "I won't sell it, I won't sell it. I want to keep it for myself and my students to enjoy. You can buy the 70 million piece."

Qiao Beidou scolded angrily: "You only spent 70 million to be taken advantage of..."

Guo Sisi and the others looked even more embarrassed.

"Brother Ye, the jade is back."

At this time, Canshou squeezed in from outside and handed the redeemed jade to Ye Tianlong: "It was not sold, so the handling fee was five hundred."

"fine."

Ye Tianlong took the jade and said, "Just take it back."

The jade tentacles were so hot that Ye Tianlong almost threw them away. Fortunately, he held them in time so they didn't fall to the ground. When he held them again, the boiling feeling was no longer there.

A trace of surprise flashed across Ye Tianlong's face, and then he lowered his head to examine the strange jade. He always felt that it was not simple, but when he looked closely, it was just like the photo, inconspicuous.

While Ye Tianlong was looking at the jade, everyone else also looked at it, wondering what kind of treasure Ye Tianlong was looking at.

The white-bearded man and the old man with glasses also stared wide-eyed, but after a few glances, they lost interest. The jade was too rough, and at first glance it looked like a street stall.

"A piece of rotten jade is for sale for 50,000 yuan."

Guo Sisi already knew the ins and outs of this piece of jade from the staff, so she couldn't help but hummed in an attempt to gain some face:

"I'm really crazy about money. Fortunately, Donglaishun's customers don't have 70 million yuan to take advantage of, nor do they have 50,000 yuan idiots. The rotten jade comes back and forth wherever it goes."

Canshou lowered his head, looking very embarrassed. This embarrassment was not because of himself, but because of the discomfort that brought ridicule to Ye Tianlong.

Hua Ruyu stared at the jade and said, "No, I think this jade is quite good."

Chen Ling'er also echoed: "That's right, jade is priceless, unlike calligraphy and painting, which can be true or false. Just like it."

Zhao Keke also said: "I think it is quite pleasing to the eye, but it's a pity that I don't have the money, otherwise I would have it."

Canshou's body trembled slightly when he heard this, and his face showed a touch of emotion, as if this was a rare support.

Ye Tianlong didn't make a sound, he just held the piece of jade and looked at it carefully, sliding his thumb continuously, feeling the heat that others could not feel.

Through the rough surface, Ye Tianlong could vaguely see a hint of red light shining through.

Niu Taishan came over and took a look: "Brother Ye, this jade is crudely made. One piece of jade sold on the street stalls costs five yuan at most."

Qiao Beidou also laughed loudly: "Brother Ye has a keen eye and can tell the authenticity of ancient paintings, but he cannot see through a piece of jade. It is indeed an interesting antique story."

"Do you have a carving knife to borrow?"

Ye Tianlong didn't pay attention to everyone's comments. He glanced at Canshou and shouted: "A small carving knife will do."

Then, he looked at Canshou again: "Canshou, are you willing to let me bet on jade once?"

"Brother Ye, you helped me so much, what's the point of just a piece of jade? Let alone a gamble. Even if you smash it, I won't say anything."

Canshou handed over the ownership of the jade to Ye Tianlong: "Besides, in my heart, it has already been yours."

"Thanks!"

Ye Tianlong rubbed the jade, and then shouted: "Carving knife..."

"Brother, is there anything going on?"

Niu Taishan asked someone to bring a carving knife, handed it to Ye Tianlong and asked curiously: "Is it a bit too mysterious?"

"I don't know either."

Ye Tianlong smiled, and then, with everyone watching, he gently scraped the surface of the jade with a carving knife. He scraped very carefully and slowly, focusing on every stroke.

Niu Taishan and the others all looked at Ye Tianlong's hands and were quite impressed, not because of the jade, but because of his dexterous hands.

"ah--"

Just when Ye Tianlong scraped off a large number of rough jade scraps, Niu Taishan let out a cry of surprise, and a ray of light burst out of his cloudy eyes.

Qiao Beidou even grabbed Ye Tianlong's hand, his face full of excitement: "Wait a minute, wait a minute."

His eyes were fixed on the inner layer of the jade.