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Chapter 156 How could there be such a monster as Lin Chuan? (Subscribe)

'Ancient Moon' Museum.

In the reception room on the third floor, Hu Shu, wearing a dark green gown and glasses, slowly opened the cabinet beside him and took out a light green jade bottle.

The bottle is as thin as a cicada's wing, crystal clear, and decorated with exquisite twined branches, tightly clustered like a painting.

Hu Shu looked at this 'Qing Dynasty Chinese Entwined Branch Pattern Thin-Bodied Jade Bottle' with admiration, nodded with satisfaction, and said with a smile: "It is indeed unique in the world."

At this time, Gao Qinglin on the opposite side flattered him: "Mr. Hu, if that imitation had not been damaged, it would be the only one in the world."

Hu Shu waved his hand and said with a smile: "That imitation is the one I am most satisfied with among my jade carvings. Although it has achieved a 100% restoration rate of the 'Qing Dynasty Chinese Thin-bodied Jade Bottle with Entwined Branches', it is still missing something."

"What is that?" Gao Qinglin showed a look of surprise on his face.

Hu Shu gently put down the real cultural relic, smiled, and slowly uttered two words: "Years."

"years?"

Gao Qinglin was stunned and frowned slightly.

As a master expert in the antique circle, he is no stranger to the word "time".

However, judging the age of a cultural relic is nothing more than identifying a few key attributes, such as material, color, patina, and craftsmanship.

In his opinion, the Qing Dynasty Chinese twined-branch-patterned thin-walled jade vase imitated by Hu Shu was a 100% successful reproduction. Details such as the material and color had been evaluated using high-precision instruments and were no different from the original.

This is an absolute success in reproduction technology and can be called a miracle in the antique counterfeiting industry.

However, Hu Shu now says that there is a lack of 'years'.

"This antique, which has gone through so much wind and rain, has its own special charm, which cannot be copied or forged." Hu Shu suddenly paused and changed his words, "I can't say it is impossible, but I should say it is extremely difficult to copy or forge."

Gao Qinglin does not have the same level as Hu Shu, and he does not have a thorough understanding of the charm of "years".

However, he keenly caught Hu Shu's change of tone.

From 'impossible' to 'extremely difficult'.

In other words, someone can reproduce the charm of "time".

If so, does that mean he can be truly perfect?
The chief expert of the Magic City Museum frowned, looked at Mr. Hu Shuhu, whom he respected, and asked, "Mr. Hu, can you do it?"

Hu Shu shook his head and laughed at himself.

Gao Qinglin smiled and said, "Since Mr. Hu can't do it, then no one in this world can do it."

However, Hu Shu shook his head again, sipped his tea, and said nothing.
Gao Qinglin's heart trembled, and his brows knitted together. He asked again in surprise: "If even Mr. Hu can't do it, who else can do it?"

Hu Shu put down the teacup, opened the drawer under the tea table, took out a brocade box, placed it on the table, and then slowly opened the brocade box.

Gao Qinglin leaned forward and saw a bamboo bowl wrapped in white silk cloth in the brocade box.

"This bamboo hat bowl?" Gao Qinglin was a little confused.

"You take a look first."

Hu Shu pushed the brocade box in front of Gao Qinglin and said with a smile.

With a puzzled look on his face, Gao Qinglin took out the bamboo hat bowl from the brocade box and examined it carefully.

The inside of the bamboo hat bowl is painted with colorful flower and butterfly patterns, with lush branches and leaves, clusters of flowers, and colorful butterflies dancing. The outer wall is painted with alum red with four swimming fish, which are green, white, carp, and mandarin fish. The fish patterns and scales are clear and very dynamic, with vivid charm and delicate details.

After just two glances, Gao Qinglin came to the conclusion: "The body is solid and delicate, the glaze is bright and smooth, and the painting is skillful and elegant. It is a very well-preserved five-color fish and algae pattern bowl from the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty."

“That’s what I thought at first.”

Hu Shu smiled.

"Ok?"

Gao Qinglin frowned and said confidently, "Mr. Hu, I have seen many 'Qing Dynasty Kangxi Five-Colored Fish and Algae Patterned Hat Bowls', and this one is the best one among them. You can't be wrong."

Hu Shu raised his hand and pointed, smiling, "Look at the bottom of the bowl."

Gao Qinglin did as he was told and turned over the bowl in his hand. His eyes fell on the bottom of the bowl. When he saw it, he was stunned.

Because there is a fake mark on the bottom of the bowl.

"This……"

Gao Qinglin was a little stunned.

"The market price of this bamboo hat bowl is only a few hundred thousand, but in my eyes, it is worth a thousand gold. Do you know why?" Hu Shu looked at Gao Qinglin and asked.

Gao Qinglin was a little confused: "How can a fake bamboo hat bowl be worth thousands of gold?"

Hu Shu shook his head and said with a smile: "If you can feel the breath of 'time' in it, you will know that this is a skill that cannot be bought with any amount of money."

Gao Qinglin has always regarded Hu's book as the first authority on antiques.

Now, listening to Hu Shu praising a Qing Dynasty Kangxi multicolored fish and algae pattern bamboo hat bowl worth a few hundred thousand yuan without reservation, I just find it a little unbelievable.

He couldn't help but ask, "Who made this bowl with a bamboo hat?"

"What do you say?"

Hu Shu took a sip of tea and asked back.

Gao Qinglin was puzzled at first, then his pupils suddenly shrank and he uttered two words: "Lin Chuan!"

In the reception room, Hu Shu nodded slightly.

original.

That night, after Zhang Yixing brought this 'Qing Dynasty Kangxi Five-Colored Fish and Algae Pattern Conical Bowl' to him for appreciation, he clearly felt a flavor of 'time' from this conical bowl.

At that time, there were already huge waves in his heart.

How could a person's antique counterfeiting skills reach such a level! ?
Hu Shu frowned and asked Zhang Yixing to lend him the bowl with a bamboo hat for appreciation for a few days and temporarily keep it in the "Ancient Moon" Museum.

Zhang Yixing did not refuse.

Hu Shu couldn't let go of the bowl and couldn't sleep that night. He immediately sent someone to investigate Lin Chuan's background and found out that Lin Chuan was just an online writer who only opened an antique shop in Anling City called "Jinshiyuan". He then felt a strong desire to admire Lin Chuan's talent.

Of course, his strong desire for control gave him even bolder ideas.

Originally, he had already made plans for "unexpected events" at the "Overseas Cultural Relics Return Handover Ceremony" the next day, but the appearance of the bamboo hat bowl made him slightly change some details.

He wanted Lin Chuan to destroy the 'Qing Dynasty Chinese Entwined Branch Pattern Thin-Bodied Jade Bottle' in order to put Lin Chuan in jail and burden him with a huge compensation.

At that time, he will come forward to compensate Lin Chuan, and Lin Chuan will owe him a huge favor.

In this way, he could not only destroy the imitation thin jade bottle, but also make Lin Chuan willing to work for him, which was killing two birds with one stone.

In Hu Shu's opinion, Lin Chuan's value is higher than the real 'Qing Dynasty Chinese Thin-bodied Jade Bottle with Entwined Branches Pattern'!

Because once Lin Chuan is used by him, he will be able to create more value!
When it comes to counterfeiting antiques, Lin Chuan is an absolute professional!
In Hu Shu's view, the current situation is developing as he expected.

As for the 'Qing Dynasty Chinese Thin-Bodied Jade Bottle with Entwined Branches Pattern' outside, it was a replica and he was confident that no one could tell the difference.

That was the imitation he was most satisfied with so far.

In the reception room.

The aroma of Dahongpao tea permeates every corner of the room.

call--

Gao Qinglin took a deep breath, drank the tea in the cup in one gulp, and calmed the slightly complicated emotions in his heart.

"In the future, you should build a good relationship with Lin Chuan. As for some trivial matters, don't care about them." Hu Shu said lightly.

But since he had spoken, how could Gao Qinglin not listen?
"Yes, Mr. Hu." Gao Qinglin nodded in response. "By the way, your appraisal of antiques is still superficial. I recommend you read a book that will be very helpful to you." Hu Shu smiled.

"Which book?" Gao Qinglin asked.

"I'm also reading an online novel written by Lin Chuan, called "Last Week's Antiques", but I'm not reading very fast. I'm only in the first half now." Hu Shu laughed.

"Since it is recommended by Mr. Hu, I will read it carefully."

Even though Gao Qinglin still had some complaints about Lin Chuan, he could only obey Hu Shu's opinions and instructions.

As the night deepens, the sky is starless, with only a bright moon hanging high in the sky, emitting bright moonlight. The breeze blows gently, and the chirping of insects makes the night seem especially quiet.

The moon sets and the sun rises, and the brighter morning light replaces the moonlight, illuminating every corner of the city.

Unsurprisingly.

The Shanghai Cultural Relics Bureau announced that Lin Chuan would be the one to restore the "Qing Dynasty Chinese Thin-Bodied Jade Bottle with Entwined Branches Pattern", causing an uproar in public opinion.

In the backyard of the Magic City Museum, Lin Chuan has a small studio to "atone for his sins".

Studio members: Lin Chuan, Lao Bai, You You.

Lin Chuan was responsible for the repairs, and Lao Bai was responsible for assisting.

As for Youyou, she is responsible for ordering takeout.

The sunlight shines softly into every corner of the room through the half-open curtains. On a spacious workbench in the middle are various restoration tools and materials. Next to it is a table lamp, emitting warm yellow light, which is reflected on the jade, showing a warm color.

Lin Chuan put on his work clothes and white gloves, and carefully cleaned the debris from the crack of the thin jade bottle.

Lao Bai, who was helping out at the side, had some complaints: "Brother, there are a lot of so-called antique lovers out there who have already criticized you. Otherwise... let's just announce that this is a fake!"

Lin Chuan laughed dryly, then snorted, "If we announce it directly, it will be too easy for those guys who let us take the blame!"

"Can we really find them out like this?" Lao Bai asked.

"This is Plan A. If Plan A doesn't work, there's Plan B."

Lin Chuan smiled, then stopped what he was doing, his eyes slightly firm, "I've got this antique counterfeiting gang done to me. Even Jesus can't stop them!"

Lao Bai also said angrily: "Brother, I support you!"

"Let's repair it first. There are a lot of reporters outside who are following us." Lin Chuan returned his gaze to the thin jade bottle and said with a smile.

"it is good."

Lao Bai nodded.

There are many techniques for jade restoration.

Such as, gold and jade inlay, fracture bonding, defect filling, gilding technique and so on.

However, it is extremely difficult to repair a thin jade bottle.

Since the thinnest part of the thin jade bottle is only one millimeter, as thin as a cicada's wing, it takes a lot of effort to repair it.

Fortunately, cultural relic restoration and antique counterfeiting have a lot in common in essence.

Lin Chuan was quite adept at repairing it.

The most important thing is that this thin-walled jade bottle is itself a replica, so Lin Chuan can be more relaxed during the restoration process.

Facts have proved that only those who are willing to stand up and pedal a bicycle know another more advanced way of riding a bicycle, which can make the bicycle more compliant.

The same applies to repairing thin-walled jade bottles.

Go wild and make repairs!
However, Lin Chuan deliberately slowed down the pace of restoration in order to wait for the suspects of the suspected antique counterfeiting gang.

What surprised Lin Chuan was that for several days, no suspicious person showed up.

……

On November 6, night fell.

The bright moonlight shines through the curtains and into the "Atonement" cultural relic restoration studio, forming a large diamond-shaped piece of moonlight, while the three-person team stays inside.

The atmosphere was a little depressing.

Lao Bai looked at the workbench, on which was placed a restored thin jade vase, and frowned slightly: "Brother, there have been no suspects in the past few days. If there are no suspects, we will become suspects."

Youyou on the side nodded: "We have become suspects."

Lin Chuan was also a little puzzled.

Logically speaking, the antique counterfeiting gang should not sit still and do nothing if they allow a damaged imitation to be repaired by someone with superb identification skills.

"There are two possibilities now. One is that they know our plan, and the other is that they are extremely confident that we cannot tell that the bottle is a fake."

Lin Chuan analyzed.

"I think it's the latter." Youyou expressed her opinion.

"why?"

Lin Chuan raised his eyebrows and asked curiously.

Youyou thought for a moment, frowned slightly, and said, "Is it possible that you think they are too smart?"

"This...Aren't they smart enough?"

Lin Chuan was stunned.

Lao Bai was also a little confused, and said in a voice: "Sister-in-law, they have been keeping their composure these days. Doesn't this just show that they are too difficult to deal with?"

Youyou shook her head slightly and pointed at the thin jade bottle:

"What I mean is that they are not as good as Lin Chuan in counterfeiting antiques. They have no idea that Lin Chuan can tell that it is a replica. But Lin Chuan thinks they are too smart and treats them as opponents of the same level, thinking that they will understand their level."

Recently.

Although she was only responsible for ordering takeout, she had been catching up on her knowledge of antiques and cultural relics in her spare time, and would ask Lin Chuan for advice from time to time.

But the more she learned, the more she realized that Lin Chuan's background was as deep as the sea.

In the antique circle, it is not an exaggeration to describe it as "There are ten talents in the world, and Lin Chuan alone accounts for eight."

Lao Bai seemed to understand Youyou's somewhat strange logic: "In other words, stupidity + blind arrogance made them think they were safe, so they didn't take any action?"

"Stupid isn't quite the right word, but relative to Lin Chuan, this is pretty much what it means."

Youyou nodded.

It’s just like in moba games, where skills predict his movement, but he doesn’t move at all!
It’s not because he predicted the caster’s prediction, but because he didn’t know that others would predict it!

After hearing this theory, Lin Chuan was also stunned.

He looked at Youyou beside him, and suddenly felt that what Youyou said made some sense: "I think I really thought they were too smart."

During the days of repairing the thin-walled jade bottle, Lin Chuan discovered that the imitation craftsmanship of this jade bottle was so high that it was rare in the world.

If I had not failed with it before and learned that the authenticity can be determined by light and shadow, it would be difficult to tell that it was a counterfeit.

But the antique counterfeiting gangs also overlooked one point.

——How could there be such a monster as Lin Chuan?
"So, what should we do next?" Lao Bai asked after thinking for a while.

Lin Chuan's eyes fell on the thin jade bottle and he pondered for a moment: "Since they are not smart enough, we can only descend one dimension and spread the news that we can see that it is a replica!"

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