Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Zhu Zili looked embarrassed.
Ye Feng picked up the Tiger Tally half. âOrdinary appraisers would usually focus on three points when appraising such things.â
âThe first is the electrical conductivity test to check the material of the Tiger Tally.â
âOne is to look for the âanti-counterfeit labelâ on the Tiger Tally based on historical evidence.â
âThe other is to identify the subtle differences between modern craftsmanship and the craftsmanship of the past. For example, the most typical one is the words on the Tiger Tally.â
âBecause the forging process at that time was not developed, the dents on the Tiger Tally could not be 100% smooth. Therefore, if the writing on a Tiger Tally is neat and smooth, that is, there are no small pits or bumps, it must be a fake.â
â I just said that the person who made this half of the Tiger Tally is an expert in the antique circle. I also said that his workmanship is excellent because he has done all these things perfectly.â
âIn addition, the appearance of how itâs wrapped in bronze rust is impeccable â â
âOrdinary appraisers would naturally make a mistake when they appraise the items according to their inherent appraisal train of thought.â
Uncle Zhu was probably speechless.
After a moment of awkwardness, he said to Ye Feng, âI was too careless earlier.â
âMr. Ye, you really live up to your reputation.â
âI apologize to you!â
As he spoke, he extended his hand to Ye Feng. âAlso, thank you for your advice.â
âIf thereâs a chance, Iâll treat you to a drink as an apology.â
âYouâre welcome.â Ye Feng also stretched out his hand and shook his.
Uncle Zhu probably noticed Ye Fengâs firm and powerful handshake, after shaking hands, the admiration in his eyes grew stronger.
After apologizing to Feng Zhenyuan, he said in a serious tone, âShaokun has a good master.â
âHe knows stuff.â
âHeâs completely different from the people Shaokun has made friends with before.â
As he spoke, he picked up the half Tiger Tally. âYou guys chat.â
âIâll go and settle the score with the guy who sold me the Tiger Tally first.â
Feng Zhenyuan and Feng Shaokun obviously had a good relationship with him, so they didnât say much.
After watching him leave, they turned their gazes back to Ye Feng.
âMaster, nice!â Feng Shaokun stood behind Feng Zhenyuan and gave Ye Feng a thumbs up.
As for Feng Zhenyuan, when he looked at Ye Feng again, there was more friendliness in his eyes and less of a businesslike air.
âJudging from Mr. Yeâs performance just now, youâre very accomplished in the field of antique appraisal.â
âThe appraisers who helped Old Zhu are all quite famous in Jiangzuo.â
âHowever, you actually managed to see the truth of something that could even fool such a group of peopleâ¦â
As he spoke, he even made an inviting gesture, indicating for Ye Feng to take a seat.
Ye Feng did not stand on ceremony and sat down.
Seeing this, Feng Shaokun immediately started pouring tea.
Ye Feng nodded at him, then he looked at Feng Zhenyuan again.?âI dare not say that I have great attainments, but I have never lost in the antique industry.â
Feng Zhenyuan was surprised by Ye Fengâs answer, he paused in his action of raising his teacup.
However, it was only after a moment that he regained his composure, he looked at Ye Feng and smiled.
âNo wonder Shaokun is convinced by you.â
âJust this confidence and confidence alone makes you more than a realm higher than the friends he made before.â
Ye Feng could feel that his attitude towards him had changed slightly.
He immediately smiled back. âUncle Feng, you flatter me.â
âIâm just telling the truth.â
âShaokun has quite a few other friends who are also quite good.â
Feng Zhenyuan obviously did not agree with his last sentence. âHow could I not know what this kid was like in the past?â
âThose friends of his in the past, itâs definitely not to the extent of saying that theyâre bad friends, but itâs not necessarily beneficial to him personally.â
âOtherwise, he wouldnât have been so playful and willful for so many years.â
Then, he looked at Feng Shaokun. âThen this kid started to change his personality. It probably started when he met you in Zhonghai.â
âIâve already sent people to inquire and understand.â
âHe changed his personality because he saw a mountain in Zhonghai.â
Feng Shaokun seemed a little embarrassed by his stare. âStrictly speaking, this is the first time Iâve met someone who can convince me in all aspects.â
Feng Zhenyuan retracted his gaze and raised his teacup to toast Ye Feng seriously. âMister Ye, regarding the matter of Shaokun, I have to toast youâ¦â
Ye Feng quickly raised his teacup and lowered it slightly, clinking it with Feng Zhenyuanâs. âUncle Feng, you are too polite.â
âI should be the one toasting you.â
Feng Zhenyuan didnât wait for him to finish and waved his hand. âLet me finish first.â
âIâm serious when I say this.â
âAlthough this child isnât a bad person, heâs too playful and willful. Heâs never behaving himself. When we are with him, heâs still a little obedient. But once he leaves our sight, heâs like a wild horse thatâs out of control.â
âAnd our Feng family only has one son.â
âIâm not the only one whoâs worried about him. Even my dad, Shaokunâs grandfather, has been worried about his futureâ¦â
Ye Feng did not know what to do after hearing what he said.
Feng Zhenyuan continued, âBut ever since he met you, this child has completely changed.â
âHeâs become humble, calm, and willing to settle down to learn⦠Heâs developing in a good direction almost every day.â
âEven Old Zhu, who lives next door, and those uncles who watched this kid grow up â those old acquaintances who were worried about this kid in the past â are full of praises for him nowâ¦â
âDad, keep a low profile, keep a low profile.â Feng Shaokun laughed when he heard this.
Feng Zhenyuan glared at him. âIâm talking to your master. Why are you interrupting?â
âI just praised you a few times, and youâre already starting to get cocky again?!â
âNo, absolutely not.â Feng Shaokun must be very afraid of him. After coughing lightly, he obediently continued to be the tea assistant.
Feng Zhenyuan raised his teacup and gave Ye Feng another toast. âRegarding Shaokun, I am indeed very grateful to you, or rather, the entire Feng family is very grateful to you!â
âJust based on this favor, if you need our help in the future, you can just ask.â
âAs long as it doesnât involve a matter of principle, my Feng family will not object.â
âYouâre too polite.â Ye Feng subconsciously lowered his cup and wanted to toast with him again.
Unexpectedly, Feng Zhenyuan lifted the bottom of his glass and clinked glasses with him.
After drinking the tea in one gulp, he suddenly changed the topic. âHowever, if it involves matters of principle, then I can only apologize.â
âFor example, the time you asked Shaokun to secretly mobilize a group of snipers to go outâ¦â