1:30 PM.
Zhongyi Building.
A huge crowd had gathered; everyone in the antique world was there!
After a day of buzzing, the news of the Liu family holding a treasure-hunting competition had spread far and wide.
The reason we're all here today is to support the Liu family.
For no other reason than that since Liu Zhongyi was elected president of the Guanzhong Antiques Association, the antique industry in Guanzhong has gradually become more standardized.
With fewer chaotic phenomena, the industry is developing in an orderly manner.
Most people are grateful to the old man.
In addition, they had all heard that the person who was fighting with the Liu family this time was actually from Japan, and was a descendant of Liu Hongguang, a notorious traitor from a hundred years ago.
Although few people know about the feud between the Mingmu faction and the Yumu faction, the title of "descendant of a traitor" is enough to unite the people of Guanzhong in their hatred of the enemy!
This battle is not only about the survival of the Liu family, but also about the glory of the nation!
Everyone naturally hopes the Liu family will win!
There was still half an hour until the treasure-hunting competition.
Some important figures also arrived one after another.
One of the young men, dressed in fine clothes and with a handsome appearance, stood out in the crowd.
This person was none other than Li Donglai, the grandson of Li Dahai, the number two figure in the Martial Alliance.
Beside Li Donglai was an elderly man dressed in a Zhongshan suit and wearing sunglasses, who had a very imposing air about him.
This old man is no ordinary person; he is a renowned figure in the national antique world, a true titan!
Master Wu!
Master Wu once served as the vice president of the National Antiques Association, the honorary president of the Palace Museum, and many other titles. Any one of them is incredibly impressive!
Back then, Master Wu hosted an appraisal program that topped the ratings for three consecutive years, making him a household name!
Although Master Wu has rarely stepped into the limelight in recent years for some unknown reason, his status in the entire antique world, if not number one, is still among the top three!
At this moment, most people believed that Master Wu was probably invited by the Liu family to deal with the Japanese!
Hearing the surrounding chatter, Master Wu looked disdainful.
"Guanzhong is a tiny place, and although the Liu family has some reputation, it is really nothing compared to the rest of the country! If it weren't for Young Master Li's sincere invitation, I might not have made this trip!"
Li Donglai said with a smile, "Master Wu, you are a leading figure in the antique world and are also known as the 'Father of Porcelain.' It is truly an honor for you to come to a small place like Guanzhong!"
Master Wu did not refute, but simply waved his hand and said, "Just some empty fame! In the art of appraising treasures, I have long since transcended fame and fortune; it is simply a hobby!"
Li Donglai nodded with a smile, "Master Wu, your noble character is truly admirable! I'm entrusting this treasure-hunting competition to you today!"
Master Wu nodded. "Young Master Li, please rest assured, since I have accepted your benefits, I will naturally do my best!"
"But then again, I'm quite curious, what is it about this Miss Liu that's so amazing that you rushed all the way to Yandu overnight and spent a fortune to ask me for help!" Master Wu couldn't help but exclaim.
When Li Dong came to see him last night, he disturbed his sweet dream, and he was very unhappy.
Unexpectedly, the other party spent a whopping 100 million yuan to invite him to make a trip to Guanzhong!
That's 100 million in cash! Who wouldn't be tempted?
Li Donglai's lips curled up slightly. "I fell in love with Miss Siyun at first sight. Let alone a hundred million, even a billion, I, Li Donglai, wouldn't bat an eye!"
Master Wu was taken aback for a moment, then shook his head and chuckled, "I didn't expect Young Master Li to be such a romantic!"
Li Donglai smiled but remained silent.
He has already discussed it with his grandfather and will soon go to the Liu family to propose marriage.
Upon hearing that the Liu family was going to hold a treasure-hunting competition, he immediately went to Yandu to invite Master Wu over, with the aim of currying favor with Liu Siyun.
You have to understand, Master Wu is a name that not just anyone can get.
If the Liu family wins the contest with Master Wu's help, wouldn't it be a natural thing for him to propose marriage again?
At this moment, he could already imagine Liu Siyun being extremely grateful to him, and even offering herself to him!
"President Liu has arrived!"
Just then, a voice came from outside.
Everyone looked over and saw Liu Zhongyi, dressed in a Tang suit, walking in with his granddaughter Liu Siyun.
Wherever he went, people greeted him.
Li Donglai also led Master Wu to greet them.
"President Liu! Miss Liu!"
Li Donglai smiled and appeared very polite.
"So it's Young Master Li!" Liu Zhongyi nodded slightly, his expression indifferent.
Liu Siyun simply responded with a polite smile.
In reality, the grandfather and grandson weren't particularly fond of the Martial Alliance.
Over the years, the Martial Alliance has been bullying and monopolizing the market in Guanzhong, and the Liu family has had no choice but to do business with them.
However, they always maintained a respectful distance, neither offending nor getting too close.
Li Donglai stepped forward and said with a smile, "Grandpa, I heard that some petty scoundrels dared to challenge the Liu family. I went to Yandu overnight and invited Master Wu over, hoping he can lend you and Miss Liu a hand!"
Liu Zhongyi was stunned for a moment, glanced at the old man beside him, and immediately recognized him. He exclaimed in shock, "Oh my, it's Master Wu! My apologies!"
Master Wu's name is renowned throughout the industry.
The main reason was that the treasure appraisal show back then had such high ratings that it directly propelled Master Wu to god-like status, making him a household name in the entire industry!
Liu Zhongyi admired Master Wu greatly back then, and even went to Yandu to visit and learn from him. However, Master Wu was the vice president of the association at the time, and Liu was just a small appraiser, so he was naturally turned away.
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