Luo Jindong was released that night, a false alarm.
The shop assistant ultimately chose to turn himself in for the sake of his wife and children.
However, he firmly remembered what Luo Yunhang had said.
So when he arrived at the police station, he first explained the process and circumstances of the crime, repeatedly emphasizing that he was forced to do so.
Chen Keming used his brother's job to threaten him, claiming that he was an accomplice and had not harmed anyone, but was merely creating a false impression.
Finally, the public security authorities immediately arrested Chen Keming and brought him to justice. With 12,000 yuan in stolen money as evidence, he could not deny it even if he wanted to.
The two were taken into custody and are awaiting sentencing.
Luo Jindong was acquitted.
Although the matter has been resolved, the store where the incident occurred can no longer continue to operate. Even if the police help clarify the situation, the nearby residents will definitely have psychological trauma and will not buy from it again.
Luo Jindong made a decisive decision and immediately closed the store.
After a slump of about two weeks, business gradually improved as the situation became clearer.
This incident also served as a reminder to Luo Jindong that it is important to regulate and manage store employees.
He began to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, considering how to manage people instead of just focusing on doing the work.
From then on, he gradually delegated tasks that could be completed with a little physical effort to his uncle Lin and Lin Wen, while he focused more on how to manage and discipline people to make the company better and better.
That's a story for another time.
Chen Keming was arrested, and his wife quickly divorced him. He hadn't been clean before, having affairs with many young women. His wife had been enduring it for the sake of the family and children. Now, she didn't have to endure it anymore, and it was all over.
After finishing this matter, Luo Yunhang received a call from Xiang Yizhai, who said that the porcelain fragments had been repaired.
He rushed to the antique shop.
Master Li and several elderly people were also present.
Before they even arrived, you could hear them laughing and saying, "Yizhai, all your years of hard work have paid off! You've brought the dead back to life! Amazing, absolutely amazing!"
"Yes, this worthless fragment has been restored to its original state and given a unique charm by your repair."
Although the Yuan blue and white plum vase is more valuable, the best restoration technique is still that of the Qing dynasty pink porcelain. The skill is amazing, simply incredible! "An old man praised.
"Junior brother, you have excellent skills!" Master Li praised.
"Teachers, I'm here!" Luo Yunhang had to call out to remind them.
"Quick, quick, come and see." Xiang Tianhong stood up and called to him.
Luo Yunhang walked over in two quick steps and saw three exquisite porcelain pieces on the table: a large celadon jar, a Qing dynasty pink porcelain vase, and a Yuan dynasty blue and white plum vase.
Depending on the specific circumstances, Xiang Yizhai employed different restoration methods, which complemented each other perfectly. As a result, no trace of restoration could be seen at all, and even the few traces that existed seemed to have been there all along. It was simply a masterpiece.
Who would have thought that just over a month ago, they were just a pile of fragments?
He picked up the large celadon jar, casually poured a glass of water into it, and it was miraculously watertight—amazing, simply divine!
At this moment, these restored antiques aroused Luo Yunhang's strong desire to learn antique restoration.
"Thank you so much, Master Xiang, for your miraculous healing skills," Luo Yunhang said with a bow.
Xiang Yizhai was also very pleased with himself. He hadn't restored such a perfect work in many years, and he felt extremely happy.
"I have fulfilled my mission! Haha."
As promised, Luo Yunhang presented the restored Qing Dynasty pink porcelain to Xiang Yizhai as payment.
From then on, his private collection gained two more impressive items.
The Yuan blue-and-white plum vase, although it has been restored, has increased in value rather than decreased thanks to Xiang Yizhai's skillful work.
Luo Yunhang has already envisioned that many years later, when he holds a private collection exhibition, he will write a small note next to these two porcelain pieces: "Found in London at a bargain price, fortunately restored by the skillful hands of Master Xiang Yizhai."
Haha, I'm sure some people will keep looking for signs of repair, only to find nothing. It's hilarious to think about.
Xiang Yizhai accepted the porcelain with a smile and handed him an invitation.
"This is an invitation from the Tianzhou Antiques Association. The association will be holding an exchange meeting this weekend, where some like-minded people will be able to appreciate antiques together."
"Look, a few old guys heard about the chicken cup you have and are eager to see it, and also to see your skills." Xiang Yizhai looked at the other old men.
They are all members of the Tianzhou Antique Association and are veterans who have no other hobbies but enjoy tinkering with antiques.
Xiang Yizhai had already heard from Master Li that Luo Yunhang's strength was now quite remarkable, and he had made rapid progress; he was no longer the naive boy he once was.
Luo Yunhang readily agreed.
"Okay, I got it. I'll bring the chicken cup over this weekend."
Before you know it, it's the weekend.
Luo Yunhang carefully wrapped the chicken cup in layers of cloth, packed it in a brocade box, and brought it to the venue.
He arrived neither early nor late.
This is a private courtyard house, decorated in a very traditional style, and the entire courtyard is exquisitely renovated.
The second courtyard was furnished with tables, chairs, benches, snacks, and fruits—everything one could want.
Xiang Yizhai, Master Li, and Master Ye, whom they had met once before, had already arrived.
There were also many middle-aged men and women chatting, and a few young people sitting nervously in their seats, looking around.
Luo Yunhang went directly to Xiang Yizhai's table.
"Master Xiang, Teacher Li, Brother Xiang." Luo Yunhang greeted them and sat down. The group exchanged a few pleasantries.
It's almost time.
Xiang Yizhai stood up and said loudly, "Didn't you all say you wanted to see the chicken cup? My young friend brought it here today so that everyone can have a look."
After saying that, Xiang Tianhong got up and took out the chicken cup from the box, passing it around for everyone to see.
We're all in this line of work, so we're extremely careful with our hands and don't need to worry about any mishaps like accidentally breaking something.
Today's appreciation event will begin with the chicken cup brought by Luo Yunhang.
"This is the legendary chicken cup, it's so beautiful!"
"It's definitely genuine, a rare find. I made the right choice coming today."
"Since Chairman Xiang has tacitly agreed, it must be genuine."
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Luo Yunhang overheard everyone's discussion and realized that Xiang Yizhai was actually the president of the association.
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