"Third Uncle, look closely, you can't just say anything!"
A hint of panic flashed in Zheng Tianming's eyes as he yelled at the old man, some of them in anger.
The old man was his third uncle, Zheng Lintao, who was also the most knowledgeable about antiques in the Zheng family, especially ancient paintings. He had almost never misjudged them!
"That's right, Third Uncle, you have to see for yourself. How could someone of this kid's level tell the genuine from the fake at a glance?"
Zheng Chenglin, having recovered his senses, also came over and glanced at Er Zhu, sarcastically reminding him.
The other Zheng family members also nodded, hoping Zheng Lintao would look carefully. Otherwise, they would lose too much face!
"Zhou Fang was a painter from the mid-Tang Dynasty. At that time, the popular neckline for robes was the open collar, which was very low. But look at this painting. The clothing is similar to that of the Sui Dynasty, clearly reflecting the characteristics of clothing from the early Tang Dynasty. How could a painter from the mid-Tang Dynasty paint a picture of court ladies from the early Tang Dynasty?"
Zheng Lintao explained as he spoke, and the others increasingly felt that Zheng Lintao was right, looking at each other in stunned silence...
Hundreds of years separated the early Tang Dynasty from the mid-Tang Dynasty. Unless Zhou Fang had traveled back in time, it was impossible for him to have painted such a picture!
"Hahaha, I'm dying of laughter. You spent ten million to buy a fake, Zheng Tianming, you're truly an idiot!"
"Tsk tsk, how can our Zheng family have someone as stupid as you? I feel unlucky to share the same surname as you!"
"Zheng Tianming, you idiot, don't buy antiques anymore in the future. Not only is it a waste of money, but you also shame us Zheng family members!"
...
The Zheng family members, having recovered their senses, were somewhat impressed with Er Zhu, but more of them were mocking Zheng Tianming.
After all, in their opinion, Er Zhu was just a person from a poor county. Even if he understood art appreciation, it was still acceptable and not a true skill.
Only Zheng Lintao, he carefully examined Er Zhu, his eyes full of admiration and excitement!
He had studied ancient paintings his entire life, but he had never seen anyone with such keen insight!
This young man was truly formidable!
"No! Someone from a small place like you can't understand antiques so well. Oh... I know, you've tricked people like this before, right? Granduncle, quickly call the police!"
Just as Zheng Lintao was looking at Er Zhu with new eyes, Zheng Tianming suddenly shouted as if struck by enlightenment, his eyes full of anger!
This time, not only had he been swindled, but he had also lost all face in front of all the Zheng family members. It was all this outsider's fault!
If he hadn't exposed the truth, the Zheng family wouldn't have mocked him!
"Tianming, what nonsense are you talking about? This is a distinguished guest that Xiao Liang asked us to take good care of!"
Before Er Zhu could speak, Zheng Chengbing glared at Zheng Tianming unhappily and reprimanded him with some anger.
If the other Zheng family members mocked Er Zhu, he already had a hard time explaining it to Xiao Liang. Now Zheng Tianming was accusing him of being a swindler. If Xiao Liang found out about this, his backing would be gone!
"Alright, Zheng Tianming, if you're stupid, admit it. Don't take your anger out on Mr. Wang. He's our distinguished guest today!"
"Zheng Tianming, take your worthless painting and get out. Don't embarrass yourself here!"
"Mr. Wang, I'm sorry, this kid is just an idiot. You're magnanimous, don't mind a fool."
...
Seeing Zheng Tianming mentioning Er Zhu, the other Zheng family members finally took a closer look at him, especially those who were particularly fond of antiques, and looked at him with admiration.
Er Zhu naturally felt the change in these people, but it didn't matter to him. They were just a mob. What was the point of being looked up to or looked down upon?
He came here entirely because he was moved by Zheng Chengbing's sincerity, and it had nothing to do with these people.
"Fine, you're all taking this swindler's side, are you? Then I'll call the police myself!"
Seeing that not a single Zheng family member was on his side, Zheng Tianming became even angrier!
He, Zheng Tianming, had tried his best to curry favor with them to secure a place in the Zheng family, but in the end, he wasn't as good as a newfound rich person he met once!
Distinguished guest? He would make him a VIP in prison right now!
Zheng Tianming quickly dialed the phone of a good friend. Before the call was connected, he saw several people in police uniforms walking towards him.
And the one in front, with the highest rank, seemed to be a captain!
My god, could this kid really be a swindler?
He was just saying it casually, but he didn't expect to guess correctly!
"Look, the police have come to our private room. They must be here to arrest this kid. He's a swindler!"
As soon as Zheng Tianming finished speaking, all the Zheng family members turned their heads. They immediately recognized the person in front.
"Officer, come quickly, the criminal is here! He's here!"
While everyone was stunned, Zheng Tianming shouted and tried to grab Er Zhu, but Er Zhu was too fast, and he couldn't catch him!
The other Zheng family members frowned as they watched the approaching police officers getting closer and closer to Er Zhu. Even Zheng Chengbing had a glimmer of doubt in his heart.
"Heh, I was wondering, how could someone from a small place understand antiques? So he really is a swindler!"
"Tsk tsk, the saying 'poor mountains and bad waters breed wicked people' seems to be true!"
...
Hearing the crowd mock Er Zhu, Zheng Chengbing wanted to defend him, but seeing the stern-faced police officers, he didn't dare to speak.
"Officer, he just recognized that my painting was a fake at a glance. Tell me, how can such a divine person exist in this world? Therefore, I seriously suspect that he sold this fake painting to that swindler. Please arrest him quickly!"
Seeing the police stop, Zheng Tianming quickly ran over, pointing at Er Zhu with righteous indignation and complaining.
"Don't talk nonsense. Er Zhu is the richest man in our Willow Town. How could he be a swindler!"
Just as Zheng Tianming was about to speak again, the police officer frowned and said in a annoyed tone.
Looking at Zhang Qiang in front of him, Er Zhu felt a little speechless and wanted to laugh. He seemed to see the word "idiot" written in big letters on Zheng Tianming's forehead!
"Hmm? You're not here to arrest him, then what are you here for?"
Hearing this, Zheng Tianming's eyes flickered, and he looked at Zhang Qiang and then at Er Zhu with suspicion.
The other Zheng family members were also confused when they heard Zhang Qiang say this. Only Zheng Chengbing, whose heart had been hanging, finally relaxed.
It was good that they weren't here to arrest Er Zhu, otherwise, he really wouldn't be able to explain it to Liu Lianliang!
"Er Zhu, we have caught the murderer who poisoned Pear Blossom Village. It was a merchant who had come to rent land before. The village chief felt that the price was too low, so he didn't agree, and the merchant held a grudge and poisoned them to teach the villagers a lesson."
Zhang Qiang respectfully saluted Er Zhu, and then briefly introduced the perpetrator's situation.