As time passed, more and more people gathered at the entrance of Yutangzhai.

"Do you think this young man will find a great bargain?"

"I think it's risky. Many people want to get rich overnight, but how many can actually find a great bargain?"

This kid just arrived, and he still managed to get something for nothing through some crazy tricks.

Look at his stove again. It's about the size of a palm, black and covered in grime, and it's a broken stove with a missing lid.

Even at Old Wang's shabby stall, which had produced very few good items, everything was the worst junk.

How could it possibly be a precious treasure?

Those watching the spectacle offered their self-righteous analysis.

"Hmph, I told you it was junk, but some people just wouldn't believe me."

I'll bet you all, if that broken stove is a treasure, I'll eat shit while standing on my head!

The stall owner who just sold the stove to Ye Tian was named Wang Xinqiu; those who knew him called him Old Wang.

Ignoring the commotion at the door, Ye Tian calmed down and focused on cleaning the grime from the outside of the stove.

The incense burner slowly revealed its true form; its original color was not black, but rather a maroon color.

This color has a gentle yet solid texture, refined over countless years.

"Sir, you have a keen eye. Even though it was so dark outside, you were able to tell that this stove was no ordinary object."

Sun Yutang's surprised voice came from the side. He slowly walked up to Ye Tian and carefully examined the incense burner.

Ye Tian then noticed that while everyone else was wearing short sleeves, Sun Yutang was still dressed in a well-tailored casual suit, covering himself up completely.

Isn't he hot?

"Sir, if I am not mistaken, this should be a Xuande incense burner, with the six characters 'Made in the Xuande Year of the Great Ming Dynasty' on the bottom."

With its elegant shape and refined bronze, this is a typical design of Xuande imperial kiln censers.

Look at the color again, it's a bright red with distinct layers, a natural color that has formed over hundreds of years, not something that can be achieved with chemical solutions.

It's a pity the lid is missing; otherwise, it would have cost at least tens of millions.

Sun Yutang stared straight at Ye Tian: "Just the fact that you can pick this out from a pile of junk at a glance, sir, that eye alone is already the best in the world."

"If you're willing to part with it, sir, I'm willing to offer 800 million to become your friend."

Sun Yutang's voice wasn't loud, but it clearly reached the ears of all the onlookers gathered at the door.

"What?! Boss Sun offered 800 million? This kid really hit the jackpot!"

"This luck is unbelievable! They found a great bargain as soon as they arrived at the Ghost Market?"

It was an official kiln censer from the Xuande period; why am I never so lucky?

The people gathered at the entrance looked at Ye Tian with shocked, envious, and jealous eyes.

"800 million? A piece of junk that nobody wanted for 200 yuan before is now worth 800 million?"

Wang Xinqiu, the stall owner who sold the stove to Ye Tian, ​​turned green with shock. How could this be?

"Old Wang, who was it that said they'd eat shit upside down if this stove was a treasure? Shouldn't you keep your promise now?!"

The onlookers at the entrance couldn't help but burst into laughter.

Wang Xinqiu snorted coldly and turned to leave.

He returned to his stall, packed up his things, and closed up shop early.

"800 million? We absolutely cannot let that kid make such a big profit for nothing." A fierce glint flashed in Wang Xinqiu's eyes.

Ye Tian smiled faintly when he heard Sun Yutang's offer of 800 million.

The price quoted by Tianyan Shentong was also 800 million, which is considered fair by the boss.

"Boss Sun's price is fair. My name is Ye Tian. I'll be your friend." Ye Tian reached out and shook hands with Sun Yutang, thus officially completing the transaction.

"Haha, Mr. Ye is not only young and promising with superb skills, but also a straightforward person."

Since we have the opportunity to meet here today, how about I treat you all to a simple meal?

I happen to have some questions about antiques and would like to have a good discussion with Mr. Ye and the others.

With Sun Yutang extending such a warm invitation in front of so many people, Ye Tian had no reason to refuse.

They hadn't eaten yet, so they nodded in agreement.

"Mr. Sun, you flatter me."

"Then we'll congratulate you and accept your offer; thank you for your hospitality, Mr. Sun."

"Mr. Ye, you're too kind. This way, please."

With a smile in his eyes, Sun Yutang led Ye Tian and the other two into a restaurant that looked quite elegant and upscale not far away.

At the street corner, Wang Xinqiu squinted, taking in the entire scene.

A cocky-looking young man behind him asked in a nonchalant tone:

"Brother Wang, are those the three of them? Why don't I just lead a team into the restaurant and drag them out myself?"

Wang Xinqiu let out a sly, amused laugh:

"No rush. We'll deal with them when they've eaten their fill and are off guard."

There are so many people on the street now. If they get away, I'll suffer a huge loss.

"Brother Wang, you're so thoughtful. Your nickname 'Old Sly Wang' isn't for nothing."

The cocky-looking young man clicked his tongue, watching Ye Tian and his group's retreating figures, and muttered something under his breath:

"For the sake of 800 million, I'll let you jump around a little longer."

"Mr. Ye, please come in."

Sun Yutang led Ye Tian and the others through the noisy lobby on the first floor and went straight up to the private room on the second floor facing the street.

As soon as the door was opened, a faint aroma of tea wafted out, much more pleasant than the dusty, sweaty smell on the street.

The room was decorated in a simple and elegant style, with a rosewood dining table in the center, a vase of withered plum blossoms on a side table, and a landscape painting in freehand style hanging on the wall.

For a place like Ghost Market, this is considered a restaurant with a very nice environment.

"Gentlemen, what would you like to eat?" the waiter asked as he approached.

After Ye Tian and the others took their seats, they said, "Boss Sun, just arrange it as you see fit. We're not that particular."

"Alright, first bring out a pot of Wuyi Mountain Da Hong Pao tea, eight hot dishes, and four cold dishes. Pick the ones you're best at."

Soon, the tea was served.

The waiter picked up the small purple clay teapot, warmed the cups and saucers with smooth, effortless movements, no less skilled than a professional tea-making girl in a teahouse.

Sun Yutang pushed the warmed celadon teacup in front of Ye Tian, ​​poured in the tea, and immediately the aroma of tea filled the air.

"Mr. Ye, please try some Da Hong Pao tea from Wuyi Mountain."

Ye Tian handed a cup to Zhang Shouren: "Try it, Elder Zhang."

Ye Tian picked up the teacup and took a sip. He couldn't tell whether the tea was good or bad; he just felt that the tea had a fragrant aroma that slid down his throat.

"This is excellent tea. It wouldn't be cheap outside. Mr. Sun, you've gone to great lengths."

Zhang Shouren was a tea lover.

He could tell that this tea was different from others.

Tea of ​​this grade would cost at least tens of thousands of yuan per ounce elsewhere.

It seems that Sun Yutang's invitation to dinner was not just a simple matter; he likely had something else in mind.

So, Zhang Shouren secretly gave Ye Tian a wink.

"The old gentleman seems to be a connoisseur of tea. What do you mean by spending money? I am happy to meet the three of you, Mr. Ye, today."

"Come, come, have some tea," Sun Yutang warmly invited.

Before long, a table full of hearty dishes was served.

Sun Yutang then invited Ye Tian and the others to eat.

Ye Tian didn't stand on ceremony and ate and drank as he pleased.

After they had eaten and drunk their fill, Sun Yutang smiled and said, "Mr. Ye, you are a straightforward person, so I won't beat around the bush."

There's a high-profile treasure-hunting event at the Ghost Market tonight, and there's a treasure I've been looking for there.

I'd like to ask you to come with me and help me take a look.

Ye Tian was not surprised at all upon hearing this. Sun Yutang was treating them to good wine, food, and tea; it would be abnormal if he didn't ask for something.

"A treasure auction? Does it have top-grade jadeite? The kind that's at least as good as, if not better than, the finest imperial green jadeite?"

Ye Tian asked.

"Mr. Ye is looking for top-grade jade of this level. Perhaps the only place in the entire Ghost Market where such jade is most likely to appear is at tonight's Treasure Trading Conference."

Top-grade jadeite of this level is extremely rare and highly sought after; the probability of it appearing elsewhere is far too small.

Upon hearing Sun Yutang's words, Ye Tian's eyes lit up.

"Okay, Mr. Sun, I promise you, I'll go with you tonight."

Ye Tian was worried about where to find the top-quality jade that Murong Xue wanted when Sun Yutang pointed him in the right direction. That was really great.

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