Lin Yu could see right through Cui Sheng's thoughts.
A small calligraphy practice book is naturally no challenge for him.
He stood up, stepped forward, examined the calligraphy carefully, and slowly began to speak: "Liu Gongquan was a famous calligrapher in history! His calligraphy is characterized by its vigorous structure and meticulous attention to detail in every character. It is known for its slender and powerful strokes. His regular script is graceful and elegant, with strong and vigorous strokes. His running script and regular script are the most exquisite!"
Lin Yu spoke eloquently.
Everyone nodded in agreement.
This young man is indeed quite something; I didn't expect him to know so much about Liu Gongquan's calligraphy.
Cui Sheng was clearly surprised, but then he sneered and said, "So, you mean this calligraphy copybook is genuine?"
Lin Yu shook his head. "Although this 'Farewell Letter' matches Liu Gongquan's handwriting characteristics from various angles, it still cannot hide the fact that it is a forgery!"
"Fake?"
Cui Sheng was secretly delighted.
In fact, he had already studied the painting and consulted with more than a dozen experts. There were no flaws whatsoever, and he had already determined it to be genuine.
Now that this kid is saying it's fake, isn't this just handing his face over to be slapped?
He shook his head and said, "Brother Lin, I admit you have some skill, but not much! You've probably misjudged this time. This 'Farewell Letter' is indeed an authentic work by Liu Gongquan!"
At this moment, Liu Zhongyi frowned. "Young Master Cui, the appraisal of treasures cannot be based solely on your word. Liu Gongquan's calligraphy is recognized by the art world as the most difficult to authenticate! What makes you think this calligraphy is genuine?"
Cui Sheng said calmly, "Brother Lin just said that this calligraphy copybook matches Liu Gongquan's handwriting characteristics from every angle. In addition, I specially invited more than a dozen masters to authenticate it together, including Master Hong Tao from Yuwei Pavilion! We all agree that this 'Farewell Letter' is genuine. Is there any doubt about it?"
"Master Hong Tao of Yuwei Pavilion?"
Everyone looked surprised.
If Cui Sheng were to casually name an expert in antique appraisal, it wouldn't be very convincing.
However, Yuwei Pavilion is an antique dealer specializing in calligraphy and paintings.
In terms of authenticating calligraphy and paintings, we are number one in the country!
This Master Hong Tao is also the head manager of Yuwei Pavilion. He has been appraising calligraphy and paintings for thirty years and has never been wrong.
Even some of the world's top auction houses invite him to be a notary!
Master Hong Tao is an absolute gold standard in this field. A true authority!
Even Liu Zhongyi was stunned and couldn't utter a word of doubt for a moment.
Lin Yu shook his head. "In the antique business, the most difficult thing is calligraphy and painting. Some works, even if the author were to come back to life, might still fool themselves!"
"But as the saying goes, the truth cannot be hidden, and the falsehood cannot be made true! The author of this farewell letter still left a flaw!"
Hearing him say that, everyone turned their attention to him.
This young man is still not giving up?
You should know that Cui Sheng is a prodigy at appraising antiques, and even Master Hong Tao has confirmed that this calligraphy copybook is genuine. Are you questioning his authority?
Cui Sheng sneered, "Brother Lin, this is meaningless. I know you care about your reputation, but the antique business requires a solid foundation. Do you think that just because you've been in this business for a few years, you can compare with antique families like ours?"
In the end, Cui Sheng couldn't help but sneer.
The others nodded in agreement.
A country bumpkin is a country bumpkin.
Why should someone's accumulated experience over generations lose to your ten years of hard work?
Don't even mention ten years, even if you work hard for thirty years, you'll still be a country bumpkin!
"There's a sequence to learning, and everyone has their own area of expertise. Young Master Cui, aren't you going a bit too far with your words?" Liu Zhongyi said with a gloomy expression. The other party's actions towards Lin Yu were tantamount to making things difficult for the Liu family; how could he tolerate it?
"Mr. Liu, please calm down!"
Lin Yu waved his hand and said calmly, "Since this is an appraisal, we must be reasonable and have evidence. No matter what kind of appraisal prodigy or Master Hong Tao is, I will only rely on the painting, not the person!"
Cui Sheng raised an eyebrow. "It seems Brother Lin isn't entirely convinced?"
"Alright then! How about we make a bet?"
Cui Sheng smirked and said mockingly, "If you can prove this calligraphy is fake, I, Cui Sheng, will kneel down before you in public and become your disciple!"
"But if you can't prove this calligraphy is fake, then you'll have to break off your engagement with the Liu family and obediently get out of this courtyard, how about that?"
Wow!
The scene immediately erupted in excitement.
No one expected that Cui Sheng would propose such a bet.
If Lin Yu doesn't agree, it would be tantamount to admitting defeat, not only losing face for himself but also trampling on the Liu family's reputation.
If Lin Yu agreed... in their eyes, that would be a sure defeat!
Once he really leaves the Liu family, wouldn't their branches still have a chance?
In an instant, all eyes turned to Lin Yu.
However, most people think that the young man probably won't agree.
After all, who would willingly give up becoming the son-in-law of the Liu family after all this hard work?
However, to their surprise, Lin Yu agreed in front of everyone, "Okay! I'll take this bet with you! But the conditions have to change. If I win, you don't have to become my apprentice. I don't even want someone like you. You just need to kneel down and call me grandpa three times!"
"You!" Cui Sheng's face turned ugly.
What does this kid mean?
Do you really think you can't win?
"Okay! It's a deal!"
Cui Sheng readily agreed, then sneered and placed the calligraphy copybook on the table. "Please, Master Lin, I'd like to see what your brilliant ideas are!"
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