"I told you it couldn't be real," Yang Jiaqi sneered. "You hit young master Shen, and you'll likely face consequences later."
"I don't want to lay hands on a woman, but don't force me," Lu Fan turned to face Yang Jiaqi.
Yang Jiaqi quickly shut his mouth. He was an elegant gentleman, while Lu Fan was a country bumpkin. If Lu Fan were to actually strike him, it would be beneath his dignity.
"Is this the kind of attitude you have here?" Lu Fan looked at the front desk. "If I recall correctly, there should be specialized appraisers to determine the authenticity of treasures, not you all!"
The front desk attendant frowned and reluctantly took the urine pot to the appraisal room. "Wait, the results will be out soon!"
Lu Fan nodded in satisfaction, lit a cigarette, and stood aside. Shen Wei, though resentful after being punched by Lu Fan, dared not speak further. Without his bodyguards nearby, he would be the one at a disadvantage if any conflict arose.
After a long while, the front desk attendant finally presented the inspection results. "I said it was fake, and you insisted on getting it appraised!"
Upon receiving the inspection results, Lu Fan frowned. "Are you sure it's been appraised? This urine pot is an ancient treasure, it's impossible for it to be fake!"
"The appraisal results are all here. Are you questioning the auction house?" the front desk attendant retorted. "If that's the case, then go to another auction house!"
Seeing Lu Fan cornered, Yang Jiaqi was filled with satisfaction. He enjoyed seeing Lu Fan like this, which pleased him. Deep down, he believed Lu Fan could never reach his level.
"Since you say it's fake, I have nothing more to say!"
Lu Fan took the urine pot and walked out. He had intended to auction it off and make a profit, but he hadn't expected the auction house to be so ignorant. Sudan Novel Network.
Just then, an elder entered from outside, accompanied by several people. The elder's gaze inadvertently fell upon the urine pot, and his steps instantly halted. "Young man, could you let me take a look at what you have there?"
Lu Fan stopped and glanced at the white-haired elder. "Do you recognize it?"
"I know a little about antiques!" the white-bearded elder smiled.
Lu Fan nodded and handed over the urine pot. After carefully examining it for a moment, the white-bearded elder revealed a look of surprise. "This is no ordinary item. Young man, are you planning to sell it?"
"An ancient treasure, genuine without a doubt!" Lu Fan nodded solemnly. "I do intend to sell it, but unfortunately, the auction house doesn't recognize its value."
The white-bearded elder pondered for a moment, then smiled. "How about one million?"
Everyone present exchanged glances. Yang Jiaqi was particularly bewildered. How could this ordinary urine pot fetch such a sky-high price of one million?
Seeing Lu Fan remain silent, the white-bearded elder smiled again. "If you're not satisfied, young man, I'm willing to negotiate the price!"
"Since the senior recognizes its value, then it's a deal!" Lu Fan nodded. "This urine pot is an ancient treasure, but one million is not a small sum. You haven't shortchanged me!"
"Keep acting, all of you!" Shen Wei sneered. "The old man you found is quite spirited, even bringing two bodyguards. Do you think this is enough to fool the auction house?"
"Young man, we are conducting a transaction, it has nothing to do with you," the white-haired elder frowned. "Besides, this urine pot is indeed genuine, and my offer of one million is not excessive!"
"I knew it! A poor boy couldn't possibly get lucky, it's all an act!"
Yang Jiaqi chuckled. "You've really impressed me. Your acting is so convincing."
The white-haired elder frowned. He was, after all, a master of antiques, and he had no prior acquaintance with Lu Fan. How could he be putting on an act?
"You're being presumptuous! This is Master Liu!" one of the bodyguards scolded. "Do you think even Master Liu can make a mistake?"
"Master Liu?" Shen Wei sneered. "You're really good at making things up. Master Liu is out of town and won't return to Qingzhou until tomorrow. I received inside information. How could this be Master Liu!"
"Young man, don't be too impatient," Master Liu smiled. "Whether we are acting or not is also none of your business!"
After speaking, Master Liu asked for Lu Fan's account number and directly transferred one million, appearing quite generous.
Lu Fan also showed his delight. "Senior indeed has a good eye. If you take this item to auction, you definitely won't lose out."
"Young man, if you have any more good items in the future, feel free to contact me!" Master Liu smiled. "This is my business card."
Lu Fan nodded slightly. In the city, one could not move without money. Now that he had assets, even his posture had straightened considerably.
"He really transferred a million, this must have cost him dearly!" Yang Jiaqi mocked.
Just then, a man rushed out of the auction house, dressed in a suit and leather shoes.
"Director Liu!" Shen Wei stepped forward to greet him, appearing quite proud. He had also gotten to know Director Liu through some connections, and the auction house belonged to Director Liu.
Unfortunately, Director Liu didn't even glance at him, instead walking directly towards the white-bearded elder and bowing with cupped fists. "Master Liu, it is truly my honor to have you grace our auction house!"
"Director Liu, there's no need for such formality!" the white-bearded elder smiled. "I never expected Qingzhou's antique circle to be so full of hidden talents. Just arriving at the auction house, I've already found a treasure!"
Shen Wei stood frozen, his face instantly flushing, and he even felt a sense of dread. He looked at the white-bearded elder with disbelief. "Are you really Master Liu? The renowned Master Liu of Jiangnan?"
"Presumptuous!" Director Liu turned and scolded. "Do you still need to question this?"
"It was my mistake!"
Shen Wei slapped himself hard and retreated, filled with immense regret. Master Liu held a high position in Qingzhou, and even his father wanted to curry favor with him. He never expected to offend him.
Yang Jiaqi also stood frozen, filled with immense anger. If Master Liu was real, then Lu Fan had indeed received one million, and it wasn't an act.
"Master Liu, please come inside, my hospitality has been lacking," Director Liu said, bowing.
Master Liu looked at Lu Fan. "Young man, I see you are no ordinary person. Would you like to come in for a cup of tea?"
"Thank you for your kind offer, senior. I have other matters to attend to and cannot stay longer. Otherwise, people might say I'm acting with you, and that wouldn't be good. My reputation is not important, but I cannot bear to tarnish your reputation, senior!"
With that, Lu Fan strode away. Shen Wei stood there trembling. He would never forget Lu Fan's parting jab.
Master Liu showed slight displeasure but said nothing further, heading into the auction house.
Director Liu glared at Shen Wei. "You have quite the nerve, daring to offend a friend of Master Liu? And right here in the auction house!"
"Director Liu, let me explain..." Shen Wei hurriedly said.
Director Liu waved his hand and entered the auction house, leaving Yang Jiaqi and Shen Wei looking at each other in dismay.