Chapter 403 Luminous Pearl
Appraiser Li Xun stared intently at Lu Yi's hand movements. Based on his years of experience, he knew that what Lu Yi and Ye Ran had brought out was definitely not simple.
Sure enough, the moment Lu Yi opened the bag, he couldn't help but widen his eyes and his breathing became rapid.
"This...this is a luminous pearl?!"
Ye Ran chuckled, "Mr. Li really has a good eye. Most people wouldn't be able to recognize this, but you recognized it at a glance. You truly are a renowned appraiser."
Li Xun said a few words of modesty, then put on gloves, picked up a magnifying glass, and began to examine the object seriously.
As time passed, Li Xun grew increasingly excited, raising his head and exclaiming excitedly, "Quick, turn off the lights!"
The security guard standing next to him looked at him with suspicion, not understanding what he was going to do, but soon he found out.
In the darkness of the room, the previously inconspicuous stone suddenly emitted a soft, melancholic glow, making one wonder what it was.
In the soft light, only Li Xun's voice of admiration could be heard: "Legend has it that in the late Qing Dynasty, Empress Dowager Cixi enjoyed all the riches and honors during her lifetime, and countless rare treasures were buried with her after her death."
Among them, the most famous treasure is the luminous pearl that was stuffed into her mouth when she died, which is said to preserve her bones from decay.
However, in 1928, warlord Sun Dianying led his troops to blow up the mausoleum of Empress Dowager Cixi and looted all the rare treasures inside, including the luminous pearl that Cixi held in her mouth.
Sun Dianying later recalled: "Empress Dowager Cixi had a large luminous pearl in her mouth. The pearl was divided into two pieces, but when put together, it emitted a cold green light that could illuminate hair within a hundred paces at night."
After the tomb robbery was exposed, Sun Dianying used the stolen jewelry to bribe officials everywhere in an attempt to escape punishment.
Ultimately, this rare jewel disappeared without a trace, remaining a mystery to this day.
Having worked in this field for over thirty years, I have always been fascinated by this legendary treasure.
Unfortunately, despite handling countless treasures, I've never seen a true luminous pearl. Today, my dream has finally come true.
Lu Yi calmly looked at him, "Then what do you think is the value of my luminous pearl?"
Li Xun nodded affirmatively, "It's immeasurable! Empress Dowager Cixi's one has long since disappeared, but this one is truly right in front of me."
Your luminous pearl weighs eight taels, eight mace, and eight li, which is an extremely auspicious number!
In addition, its light is clear and bright, reflecting the light and shadow of the whole room. This treasure, my friend, I've made the decision to save it for you as the grand finale!
You definitely won't be disappointed!
Lu Yi chuckled, "Then I'll have to trouble you, brother."
"Not at all, not at all, come on, brother and sister-in-law, this way please, let's talk about the specific details of the cooperation." Li Xun warmly invited the two of them to sit down.
Following his words, Lu Yi and Ye Ran sat down on the sofa. Ye Ran asked directly, "I wonder, how do you plan to call your commission?"
Li Xun chuckled a few times, then said to the person next to him, "Go out and pour tea for our two distinguished guests. Remember, use the best tea leaves."
After giving his instructions, Li Xun dismissed the security guards and, seeing that they were now alone in the space, said mysteriously, "That's easy to say."
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