After awakening her X-ray vision, the beautiful CEO couldn't sit still any longer.

"The Zhao family's Jinlou here is a branch of the Zhao family in Diancheng, and the relationship has always been neither too close nor too distant."

"I don't know if they want to help Zhao Qingtian or if they have other motives." Nalan Mingyue was also a little unsure.

"Since they've come to our door with the invitation, why don't we go and find out what's going on?"

"Since the Wang family is new here, we need to let the locals know that we're not here to cause trouble, but we're not going to be bullied either."

Wang Yuyan deftly packed up her tablet and several paper documents, stuffing them into a low-key but exquisitely crafted dark-colored handbag.

"The Zhao family's gold shop has been operating here for three generations, with a deep foundation, from raw stone procurement to high-end customization."

The old man who runs the family is said to have exceptional insight, but he retired early in his life, and now his son, Zhao Hongyuan, is in charge.

However, the one who truly needs to be on high alert is Zhao Hongyuan's son, Zhao Jun.

"The next generation successor?" Ye Tian walked to the small bar and poured himself a glass of water.

"Yes, he is one of the most outstanding figures among the younger generation. He studied abroad and has high aspirations, but he is also arrogant."

Nalan Mingyue gave her makeup a final, meticulous check in the mirror in the entryway.

"Most importantly, he instinctively rejects outsiders who come in with a halo to share the pie."

Intelligence indicates that he privately stated that only locals know how to cook the seafood here.

"Sounds like a tough battle." Ye Tian took a sip of water, walked over to Wang Yuyan, and asked, "What do you want me to do?"

"You are now Yu Yan's ace."

Nalan Mingyue turned around, her eyes gleaming with shrewdness.

"You'll come with us in a little while, but not as the famous Boss Ye."

Instead, he served as an appraisal consultant accompanying the Wang family.

Talk less, observe more, especially with your own eyes.

The Zhao family will test your strength, and I want you to give Yuyan the most accurate judgment at the crucial moment.

"Use the signal, Yuyan, touch your left earring."

Nalan Mingyue understands the local situation and her analysis of the problems is reasonable and well-founded.

Ye Tian and Wang Yuyan both agreed.

With Wang Yuyan's help, Ye Tian took out a well-tailored dark gray linen suit jacket from the bag he had brought and put it on.

He put on a pair of thin-rimmed black glasses, and his demeanor instantly changed from that of a sharp young man to that of a reserved and refined scholar.

"Honey, you look like a refined scoundrel dressed like that."

"But I like whatever you wear." Wang Yuyan looked at Ye Tian affectionately.

"Would you prefer me if I didn't wear it?" Ye Tian couldn't help but lift her pointed chin.

"Honey, you really understand me, hehehe!" Wang Yuyan picked up Ye Tian and kissed him.

Nalan Mingyue couldn't bear to watch, rolled her eyes, and walked out first.

Half an hour later, a black sedan stopped beside a quaint street in the old town of Yunhai.

Before you stands a three-story antique-style building with flying eaves and bracket sets.

Above the door hangs a plaque with the words "Zhao Family Golden Building" in gold on a black background.

Two majestic stone lions stand guard, but the interior decoration is an ingenious blend of modern luxury and traditional charm.

As soon as you step inside, you are greeted by an air filled with the fragrance of top-grade agarwood and a certain refreshing aroma.

The gleaming, mirror-like golden nanmu wood flooring reflects the soft beams of light cascading down from the ceiling.

The beam of light shone precisely on each piece of dazzling jewelry inside the glass display case, refracting a mesmerizing glow.

The air was so quiet that the only sounds were the faint hum of the central air conditioning and the distant, seemingly gentle clinking of champagne glasses.

A manager dressed in a cheongsam and with exquisite makeup was already waiting.

His impeccable smile, yet with a formulaic sense of distance, led the three to an elegant VIP room on the third floor.

The room was covered with thick Persian carpets, and several original landscape paintings hung on the walls. Tea trays and incense burners were also readily available.

"Chief Nalan, Miss Wang, Advisor Ye, please have a seat."

"Our young master Zhao is dealing with some urgent business and will be there shortly."

After serving the top-grade Dancong tea, the manager in the cheongsam quietly slipped out.

This "immediately" took nearly forty minutes.

Nalan Mingyue sat upright on the velvet sofa, sipping her tea slowly and deliberately.

Wang Yuyan chatted quietly with Ye Tian without a care in the world, occasionally letting out a sweet laugh, her face showing no sign of anxiety.

Ye Tian lowered his eyes, seemingly studying the glaze on the teacup, but in reality, his X-ray vision had already given him a general idea of ​​what the VIP room was like.

The wall cavity was reinforced, and there was a very fine wiring interface behind a seemingly decorative wooden carving, which appeared to be a surveillance camera.

There are traces of a weight sensor under the carpet near the door.

The Zhao family's way of treating guests shows a high level of vigilance.

Finally, the door was pushed open.

A young man of about twenty-five or twenty-six years old walked in.

He was tall and wore a seemingly casual outfit, but each piece was actually a very expensive custom-made casual wear.

Her hair was meticulously styled, and a sporty Patek Philippe watch on her wrist gleamed subtly under the lights.

He wore a polite smile, but the arrogance in his eyes was almost overflowing.

His gaze lingered on Wang Yuyan and Nalan Mingyue for two seconds like a searchlight, then swept over Ye Tian beside him, with an undisguised scrutinizing look.

"Miss Wang, Chief Nalan, I have long admired your name!"

I was in an overseas video conference just now, which caused the delay. Sorry for the inconvenience!

Zhao Jun extended his hand, his voice cheerful, but every word carried a condescending familiarity.

Wang Yuyan stood up, nodded slightly to him, and smiled politely: "Young Master Zhao is very busy, we are sorry to have bothered you."

"Don't mention it. We grew up hearing about Mr. Wang's reputation in Hong Kong, Macau, and Southeast Asia."

"The Wang family wants to develop their business in Yunhai, and we local colleagues certainly welcome them. It's about learning from each other!"

Zhao Jun sat down on the main sofa, and a waiter immediately and silently refilled his tea.

He leaned forward slightly, his gaze falling on Wang Yuyan's face once again.

"However, in Yunhai, where people live by the sea, the rules and ways of doing things may be a little different from those in the mainland and Hong Kong and Macau."

The water is deep and the waves are rough; it's not easy for outsiders to gain a foothold.

The probe has begun, and it's getting straight to the point.

Wang Yuyan smiled as before, picked up her teacup, and blew away any non-existent foam:

"What Zhao Shao said is true. That's why my grandmother always taught me that when you arrive in a new place, the first thing you should do is visit the locals and listen to their advice."

Although my Wang family has some ancestral roots in Jiangcheng, we are newcomers in Yunhai.

Zhao Jun chuckled lightly, neither agreeing nor disagreeing with this watertight answer.

He leaned back, tapped his finger on the armrest, and suddenly changed the subject:

Miss Wang is too modest. Everyone knows that the Wang family has a profound background in appraisal, especially in antiques and collectibles.

Just so happens, I recently got a little gadget that I like, but my eyesight is limited, so I'm not sure what to expect from it.

Miss Wang is an expert, why don't you take a look and give me your opinion?

As he spoke, he took out a small black velvet jewelry box from his inner pocket, gently placed it on the sandalwood coffee table in front of him, and pushed it in front of Wang Yuyan.

The movements were casual, yet carried an undeniable air of authority.