When Qin Hao finished speaking that realization that "even surprised himself", there was a brief moment of silence in the private room.
The old man from the East was the first to come to his senses, nodding repeatedly as if he had heard some precious insight.
That's well said. The old man stroked his temples and smiled with obvious satisfaction. "I've been playing with purple clay teapots all my life. Those few words you just said are not something that just any young person could utter."
Qin Hao was a little stunned by what he saw.
A slight sweat broke out on his forehead and he muttered to himself, "I'm just forcing my head dry to share some feelings. Why be so serious?"
But everyone was staring at him.
Even Si Hanxue said in a tone, "How could you still speak like this?" Her eyes were fixed on him.
Qin Hao blushed instantly: "That..." Just take it as a joke and listen. I'm just talking nonsense."
But no one laughed at him.
Instead, it was a look that said, "This kid has something."
He became even more panicked at once
I've already said I don't understand tea. Please don't look at me like that!
Isn't this putting me on the fire to be roasted?
"The young are to be feared." "
The old man from the East slapped the table, sincerely praising it without the slightest hint of perfunctoriness.
Song Jingang was even more enthusiastic and enthusiastic: "Young man, from now on, come to me for free tea." Also, take this private room card and come at any time.
Qin Hao had only one thought left in his mind:
- What's going on? Could it be that what I just said really sounded quite reasonable?
How come I myself didn't know I was so strong?
I couldn't help but glance at Si Hanxue.
The other person's cold eyes softened a little bit, as if they had tacitly accepted his performance just now
Qin Hao immediately heaved a sigh of relief
Well, it seems that this time we didn't lose face and even turned things around unexpectedly?
Immediately after, the old man from the East waved his hand and returned to the main point.
"Xiao Qin, the tea is all gone. Let's get back to business." "
Everyone immediately moved on to the main event of the day - the appraisal of treasures.
Qin Hao was just about to take out his book.
The old man from the East, however, raised his hand to signal, "Your little one is the grand finale." The last thing in the box, of course, has to make its debut."
Everyone burst into laughter.
After all, when it comes to appraising treasures, there are both true and false, as well as real and illusory.
The old man's proposal was simple and straightforward:
Today, among these treasures, some are genuine and some are fake. Each of us selects one item for appraisal. "Whoever makes the most mistakes will treat us tonight!" "
Everyone readily agreed.
The old man from the East added, "It's a privilege for the two young ladies not to participate and not to understand this trade."
After saying that, everyone showed off their treasures one after another.
Fang Xiaotian also took out a delicate small box, clearly showing great confidence.
Qin Hao's heart gave a jolt:
Oh no, although I worked in the antique business for a while, I really haven't delved deeply into my studies. If we really compare, I'll probably treat everyone.
In order to "take care of the novice", the old man of the East decided to let him and Fang Xiaotian only pick one treasure for appraisal.
"As long as one can clearly distinguish truth from falsehood and inheritance, it's considered a pass." "
Although they said so, everyone knew in their hearts:
Qin Hao and Fang Xiaotian, these two "laymen", were basically just here to offer their heads.
Fang Xiaotian's gaze quickly fell on Song Jingang's bracelet, and his eyes immediately lit up.
That was a common material category in the jade, conch shell and coral markets - the field he was most familiar with.
"Mr. Song, shall I appraise this one?" "
Song Jingang handed him the bracelet.
Fang Xiaotian instantly entered "professional mode", took out a magnifying glass, and his demeanor did indeed look like that.
Qin Hao's heart tightened
- Did he even bring a magnifying glass? I'm afraid I'm really going to lose badly.
But the truth is - Fang Xiaotian is just pretending to be a professional.
After observing for a round, he came to the conclusion:
This is red coral. The texture is natural, the flaws are normal, and the crystal clarity is good. It should be commercial-grade coral. The market price is at least 30,000."
Everyone's expressions were subtle.
Lu Xiaobu cursed inwardly:
"Oh no, oh no, bro, this meal is settled today."
Song Jingang was about to speak.
The old man from the East stopped:
"Don't make a judgment yet. Let's reveal it all together after everyone has read it." So as not to affect the performance."
When Fang Xiaotian heard this, he still thought he was stable and superdivine.
He gave Si Hanxue a smug glance.
Si Hanxue was looking down at the bracelet.
In his view, it was because he was impressed by his "professional performance".
"Miss Si, if you are interested, I can recommend..." "
The words were left unfinished.
Si Hanxue raised her head, her smile as cold as snow falling on the edge of a knife, yet breathtakingly beautiful.
"I believe that with Mr. Fang's such 'firm' level of appraisal, your company will surely have a bright future." "
This smile was both charming and distant, almost making Qin Hao understand why King You of Zhou lit beacon fires to play with the feudal lords.
Fang Xiaotian was so infatuated that he felt she was praising him.
But everyone had already sensed the profound meaning from her words.
Next, it was Qin Hao's turn.
He swept around.
Among the numerous jade wares, bronze wares and miscellaneous items, he originally intended to choose calligraphy and paintings.
What a pity - not a single one.
He took a silent breath in his heart
This is really going to be a life-threatening situation.
✨ today 's forum questions:
If you were Qin Hao and now had to pick one antique from a pile of items you were completely unfamiliar with for appraisal, you would choose -
A. The one that looks the most familiar
B. The one that seems the cheapest and least likely to fail
C. Blind selection, all depends on luck
D. Just give up and admit that you want to treat everyone
E. Others (Write down your strategy!)