I have ten trillion licking dog gold

Actually, changing the name would also be appropriate.

For example, replace "天工" with "天宫".

Radishes, Guan Yu, Su Shi with bamboo staff and straw sandals, a lion head gazing at the starry sky... Each piece, with its unique and ingenious design, subtly educates the Wu couple, who came from a rural village in Sichuan, about social class.

It is no exaggeration to say that most of the works here are more exquisite than the artifacts in museums; the only thing they lack is the testament of time.

Where is the gold medal?

Boss Jiang's arrangements always hit the mark, and Wu Guangjiang, who was thoroughly entertained and broadened his horizons, gradually became impatient.

If even "ordinary" works are of this caliber, what kind of brilliance will the winning piece possess?
Guided by the on-site staff, Jiang Chen and his three companions arrived at the bustling gold award booth and, through the throng of people, spotted the most dazzling masterpiece of this year's Tiangong Exhibition.

"That's... a carp, isn't it?"

Because there were many people watching, Wu Guangjiang couldn't get close enough to get a good look, so he could only squint and count.

"One, two, three..."

"Stop counting, there are nine in total."

The Martial Saint glanced at the annotation plaque beside him and said, "It says, 'Nine Carp Painting'."

Its name is Tu, but it can actually be considered a jade disc, because jade pendants are not this large; it is far larger than an adult's palm.

The base is made of auspicious yellow jade, on which a jade disc stands upright. The sculptor skillfully carved nine koi carp with unparalleled skill, using the turquoise color to represent lake water. The texture is warm and delicate, and the color is deep and rich. The nine koi carp are all different in shape and lifelike. They leap out of the water, stirring up waves, or swim leisurely in the turquoise water, creating ripples. The atmosphere of vitality and freedom is overwhelming.

Wu Guangjiang stroked his chin and nodded.

"Although it doesn't use gold and the color isn't as bright, it's still quite nice."

"You even left a review?"

The Martial Saint curled his lip, "Gold is nothing, it's the cheapest material here. Do you know what it means that gold has a price but jade is priceless?"

Aesthetic sense varies from person to person.

But the price of gold is genuine.

Perhaps not everyone will agree that this Nine Carp Painting is the most perfect piece on display, but it is certainly the most valuable.

There is no doubt about this.

There's no shortage of wealthy people visiting the Tiangong Exhibition, and many aren't there simply to browse; they're there to make purchases.

In front of the Nine Carp painting, one can see that someone is already trying to contact the artist.

Creating a gold medal-winning work at the Tiangong Exhibition is an honor, and being able to buy a gold medal-winning work from the Tiangong Exhibition is also an honor!
Compared to the radish, Guan Gong, and lion head motifs we've seen before, this Nine Carp painting is undoubtedly more versatile in its symbolism. It's luxurious yet understated, and placing it in your home can create a profound sense of cultural depth.

"What does Auntie think?"

Boss Jiang asked Lan's mother directly.

This piece is undoubtedly more appealing to women, especially older women.

"Too expensive..."

Lan's mother refused without hesitation and instinctively took a step back.

Wu Guangjiang did not jump out to make empty boasts.

He is from the countryside, that's true, but that doesn't mean he doesn't know his stuff. People say it's priceless, but here it's "city after city." Joking aside, that "radish" that was hard to tell was probably worth astronomical sums, let alone this gold medal.

It's more than just the word "expensive".

"Now that it's won an award, the price of this thing will definitely double, right?"

The Martial Saint thought to himself that this Nine Carp Painting was probably worthy of being displayed in his older sister's museum.

Things are rare.

If the Tiangong Exhibition is held annually, then the number of gold medal-winning works that are presented is not very large.

"elder brother."

Martial Saint nudged Jiang Chen's arm discreetly and whispered, "Why don't you take it off and give it to my sister?"

The group that came to escort their parents were driven back. I don't know why my older sister hasn't managed to kill them yet, but there's always a calm before the storm.

What is the most effective and direct way to deal with women?
Naturally, it's about giving gifts.

Whether he could afford it or not was not even on the Martial Saint's radar.

Even if Mom and Wu Guangjiang don't know Jiang Chen's capabilities, doesn't he know them?

He could personally accompany Jiang Chen to deliver the national treasure twelve animal heads to his older sister's museum and witness the whole process.

"why?"

Boss Jiang responded calmly to Martial Saint's gaze with a simple and clear rhetorical question, leaving Martial Saint somewhat bewildered.

What does it mean to integrate knowledge and action?

This is called the unity of knowledge and action.

It wouldn't be right for him to lecture the Wu couple on their parenting methods in the car, only to then kneel down before them himself.

“Love is priceless. The meaning of wealth is to create emotional value, so Auntie doesn’t need to worry about the price.”

Boss Jiang then turned to talk to Lan's mother.

Wu Guangjiang thought the guy was showing off, but at the same time admitted that the other party's act was just as natural as that Nine Carp Painting.

In reality, the difference in perception is caused by the disparity in social class.

Set a small goal, like earning 100 million.

To the general public, this is utterly ridiculous.

But for some people, it's just a straightforward truth.

Just like people, objects gain status and prestige when they have titles and ranks.

No matter how much the price of this "Nine Carp" painting increased due to winning an award, it made no difference to Mr. Jiang.

If we were to convert the one or two days that Boss Jiang "wasted" with the Wu family into wealth, it would be a truly astronomical figure.

It's still the same sentence that Boss Jiang used to teach the Martial Saint.

Life is a cyclical process of breaking down and rebuilding one's values.

Values ​​are constantly changing.

At certain stages and levels, one may yearn for glittering gold and silver jewelry. However, at a certain point in time, true wealth will detach itself from wealth and become something that seems readily available... simple daily life.

For example, spending time with family.

For example, you could leisurely watch a horror movie like "The Haunted Village".

Since it's a gift, constantly asking the other person if they want it shows a lack of sincerity; anyone who's ever been a sycophant knows this.

So Mr. Jiang didn't ask Lan's mother for her opinion again, and directly waved to call over the nearby staff.

"How can I contact the artist of this Nine Carp painting?"

Are you looking to purchase this piece?

The staff are very perceptive.

Jiang Chen nodded.

"I'm sorry, sir, this painting of nine carp is not for sale."

Judging from the staff's practiced responses, he must have said the same thing more than once today.

"Not for sale?"

The Martial Saint was surprised.

"Yes, when Master Xu Lun sent it to the exhibition, he specifically stated that it was for exhibition only and not for sale."

Xu Lun.

He is undoubtedly the creator of this gold medal-winning work.

But what does it mean to only exhibit and not sell?
Could it be that he won an award and is now waiting for a high bidder?

The possibility is great.

There aren't that many pure artists. Most people are just ordinary folks, unable to escape the pursuit of fame and fortune.

"Tell this Master Xu that money is not a problem."

The Path of the Martial Saint.

The other party was not surprised by his reaction; this was certainly not the first time he had faced such questioning.

"To be honest, there are more than a few people interested in the Nine Carp Painting, and some have already contacted Master Xu Lun, but it is indeed not for sale."

The staff explained patiently.

"Xiao Jiang, since they're not selling, then forget it." Hearing that it wasn't for sale, Lan's mother breathed a sigh of relief. "Do you have this master's contact information?"

As a top-tier sycophant, Boss Jiang naturally understood the ultimate secret of gift-giving, and his attitude was resolute, ignoring Lan's mother's refusals.

"...Yes, there is."

The staff member gave a wry smile, "But even if you call, the result will be the same."

"Thank you."

Mr. Jiang immediately took out his phone.

Frustrated, the staff had no choice but to give up trying to persuade him. Just as they were about to hand over Master Xu Lun's business card, a commotion broke out nearby.

"Master Xu has arrived..."

A middle-aged man with an unremarkable appearance walked in, surrounded by several people. If one had to pick something eye-catching, it would probably be his scraggly beard.

People who work in the arts are generally unkempt, and this one is also in his forties, a rather greasy age. If you bump into him on the street instead of at the Tiangong Exhibition, you'll probably walk around him.

"Master Xu's carving skills are becoming more and more superb."

"This painting of nine carp is simply a masterpiece of nature, a true work of art."

"This year, the Tiangong Exhibition has finally featured another masterpiece."

……

Besides the big spenders, Tiangong Exhibition also had many merchants representing other businesses. When Xu Lun appeared, they swarmed around him, showering him with praise, and some even asked to take photos with him.

Judging people by their appearance won't happen in a place like this.

The same applies to arrogance stemming from talent.

Xu Lun, who won the gold medal, was very approachable and friendly, responding with a smile and trying his best to fulfill requests for photos.

"Thank you all for your love and recognition of the Nine Carp Painting. I personally feel that this Nine Carp Painting is the most perfect work I have ever created. A masterpiece is a work of nature, and a skillful hand can achieve it by chance. I am not even sure if I can create a work of similar quality in the future. Thank you to the Tiangong Exhibition for recognizing the Nine Carp Painting. If I had to choose one work as my representative work, then my representative work, Xu Lun's, would definitely be this Nine Carp Painting."

"Master Xu is still so young, how do you know he won't reach even greater heights in the future?"

Xu Lun smiled and shook his head.

"Thank you all for your expectations, but when it comes to creation, it's all about having a good feeling in your heart."

Xu Lun raised his hand, "This Nine Carp Painting, whether in terms of the original material, the design inspiration, or even the state during its creation, can be said to have reached its peak. I personally find it difficult to surpass it."

"Is this guy using some kind of scarcity marketing tactic?"

On the outskirts of the crowd, the Martial Saint muttered to himself.

"I heard that this Nine Carp Painting is not for sale, Master Xu, is that true?"

Someone asked.

"Of course it's true. From the moment I chose to participate in the exhibition, I informed the organizing committee that the Nine Carp Painting would not be sold to the public, regardless of whether it won an award or not. I submitted it to the exhibition simply in the hope that my work could be seen by everyone."

At this point, the sculptor's rugged face beamed with undisguised pride and self-satisfaction.

They also have every right to be proud and honored.

To be able to become a leader in one's field is a tremendous success and honor.

"So you're looking to collect this piece for personal use?"

Faced with this question, Xu Lun shook his head and did not offer any further explanation. His decision to show himself was probably simply to avoid further "harassment."

"Ladies and gentlemen, there are many other exquisite works of art here. Take your time to look around; you're sure to find something you love."

Having personally made an explanation, this seemingly indifferent master prepared to leave.

Boss Jiang remained calm and gave Martial Saint a wink.

The Martial Saint understood immediately and pushed his way forward.

"Where are you going?"

Lan's mother hurriedly called out.

"Mom, wait for me, I'll be right back."

The Martial Saint squeezed through the crowd, "Hey!"

Master Xu Lun, who had been trekking with difficulty, turned around and saw the martial saint who was only a teenager. He did not look down on him at all.

People who come to the Tiangong Exhibition can come from all walks of life, and as a craftsman, I certainly wouldn't be foolish enough to offend them.

"Hello."

Calling out to the other person, the Martial Saint approached and revealed a friendly smile.

To be fair, he really admired such a skilled craftsman.

"Hello."

Xu Lun smiled and nodded in return, then asked, "Is there anything I can help you with?"

"Can I have a moment to talk?"

Xu Lun was taken aback, realizing that the boy was definitely underage, but he also knew that children from wealthy families were always precocious.

He nodded and walked to the side with the Martial Saint.

"Be open and name your price."

The Martial Saint never understood the meaning of beating around the bush, and he had to seize the time, so he went straight to the point.

"The Nine Carp Painting? As I just said, it's not for sale."

Xu Lun patiently reiterated.

The Martial Saint curled his lips into a sneer, "I won't sell because the price isn't right. Don't worry, I guarantee you'll be satisfied."

Instead of storming off, he found himself in a world of fame and fortune where no one would be pedantic. The powerful confidence displayed by the Martial Saint made the sculptor Xu Lun examine him closely again, and then he smiled.

"Young man, do you know how much someone offered me?"

"How many?"

Xu Lun raised one hand and slowly held up three fingers.

The Martial Saint remained unfazed. "Thirty million?"

After all, I had been exposed to the culture and developed a certain level of knowledge, but who knew that the other party would reply with such a statement.

"Three hundred million."

Upon hearing this, the Martial Saint couldn't help but frown. "Are you bragging?"

Xu Lun remained calm and cheerful, saying in a down-to-earth manner, "Do I need to brag like this? Young man, do you think I'm trying to sell at a higher price? If I were really doing this for marketing purposes, why would I have said I wasn't selling on the spot? I could have just told them to call me quickly if they wanted to buy, and the highest bidder would win. In our line of work, our clients are all people of status, so reputation is still quite important."

It also makes sense.

But isn't 300 million a bit exaggerated?

Let alone modern products, even some antiques are not worth this price.

"Young man, I can tell you that this Nine Carp Painting is worth far more than three hundred million. So, please leave."

The Martial Saint frowned even more, suspecting that he was being looked down upon.

wrong.

It's not a doubt.

The other party was completely mocking him.

Even though they keep calling him Wu Guangjiang, father and son will always be father and son; the genetic inheritance cannot be erased.

Feeling that he would lose face, the martial saint certainly wouldn't leave, nor would he be foolish enough to fall for the trap. He cautiously raised questions.

"Even if you won the gold medal, it's impossible for the price to be so much higher, right?"

He said he was knowledgeable too!
"Premium?"

Xu Lun's smile widened. "Young man, that's made from pure, natural dragon stone. Have you ever seen such a large dragon stone? Do you know how many pieces of dragon stone this big can be found in the whole world?"

Dragon Stone Type?
What the hell?
The Martial Saint didn't understand, but it seemed... pretty awesome.

"My craftsmanship is beyond monetary value. Just based on the value of the original material of this Nine Carp Painting, it's worth at least three hundred million!"

The Martial Saint was successfully fooled, or rather, after hearing this, he realized that the other party could not possibly be lying.

A deal worth hundreds of millions? If you dare to brag about it, you'll get your legs ripped off.

"Then three hundred million."

He said domineeringly.

Xu Lun looked at him and smiled again. (End of Chapter)