Chapter 161 How to transport these treasures after paying the deposit...
Chapter 161
Lin Mujin didn’t really care whether the bottle could be shipped out of the mainland this month, because she knew that she would definitely come to the mainland to invest and buy real estate in the near future, so if she couldn’t take it out, she would just keep it in the country.
But you can lower the price.
Master Qin immediately said, "This moon bottle doesn't even reach the level of a national treasure."
The tone was somewhat regretful.
Lin Mujin felt sorry for it too. "So, what's the price?"
Master Qin looked at the bottle reluctantly, "Two thousand five."
This price is really not low. This is not the later times, where an imperial porcelain vase can be sold for tens of millions.
"It's too expensive! Master Qin doesn't seem like you'd give me a discount."
Master Qin said, "Others can be discounted, but this one can't."
Lin Mujin touched her chin. "What if I trade in Hong Kong dollars? Do you have any foreign exchange tasks?"
Master Qin was stunned for a moment, "That's fine."
Lin Mujin added, "I know there's a black market in Beijing, and foreign currency is very valuable."
Therefore, this exchange standard cannot be based on the bank.
But Master Qin emphasized, "This is a state-owned store."
That means we can’t calculate it based on the black market exchange rate.
The two sides began to bargain, and finally agreed upon a price of HK$4,200 plus RMB 750.
Next, let's introduce a porcelain vase, a Langyao red barrel-shaped vase, which was first fired during the Kangxi period. It has a rich glaze and irregular cow-hair patterns can be seen in the deep red.
Master Qin said, "These are the ones I think would be good choices for flower vases. Also, as you mentioned, these vases would also be suitable for decorating a dining room."
Lin Mujin became interested. "Tell me about it."
Master Qin guided them, "Look here. Porcelain itself can be used as an ornamental object or decoration. Take this lotus seed vase, for example. Look at the landscape painting on it. Isn't it very charming?"
Cousin Lin was surprised, "It's so big!"
Lin Mujin gestured and it was almost at her shoulder.
Master Qin listed all his treasures. "This lotus seed vase is 1.4 meters tall. It's shaped like a lotus seed, full and round, with smooth and natural lines. It's suitable for open spaces like halls and restaurant lobbies. We also have a golden bell vase, 1.2 meters tall, like an inverted golden bell. It's dignified and gives people a sense of stability. Square vases and winter melon vases are also suitable for decoration, but we don't have them in our store at the moment."
The young man continued, "You don't have to use porcelain vases for decoration. Porcelain plates are also very beautiful and cheap. You can get them for just a few dollars."
Lin Mujin was dragged to look at porcelain plates, and she was dazzled by the choices.
"Master Qin, please help me contact other shops. I also want porcelain of the same quality as that moon bottle. As for this moon bottle, I will pay a deposit of 200 yuan first. I don't have that much money on me." Lin Mujin explained.
I have bought the precious porcelain I like, but there are still troubles afterwards. Where should I put it?
Will there be any problems with direct transportation? Will it be lost or broken?
Now I start to worry about gains and losses.
"I have to go out for business tomorrow. I'll pay the full amount the day after tomorrow. Then we can order the other porcelain and calligraphy and paintings together. Is that okay?"
Master Qin had no objection at all, "Okay."
Lin Mujin continued, "Master Qin, I definitely can't let you do this job for free. Besides the goods from Moxuan Pavilion, how about I give you five commissions for the goods from other shops?"
There is no reason to let people work for nothing.
But the money is not given for free, he has to help with the selection and bargaining.
Master Qin waved his hand, "No, no."
The young man was very interested.
Lin Mujin quickly said, "I'm giving you this advice in accordance with the rules. I definitely don't intend to bribe you."
Master Qin explained, "After all, I'm a public servant. I can help out, but if I take on private work and get reported, I'll be in trouble."
Lin Mujin suddenly understood. "Then I understand. I can give you some gifts as a thank you. It's settled."
She directly took out two hundred yuan and said, "Please give me a deposit receipt."
It's not that she was afraid that Master Qin would take the two hundred, but she was afraid that someone would steal her Yue Ping without a receipt. This was her most precious treasure.
After receiving the receipt, Lin Mujin said goodbye to her cousin Lin and left.
"It's already this late, brother, let's go back to the hotel after dinner." Lin Mujin looked at the time. It was already past five o'clock.
But she was so focused on admiring the various porcelains that she didn't feel hungry at all.
Cousin Lin naturally had no objection, "Okay."
Lin Mujin took her cousin Lin to a small restaurant nearby that sold noodles with soybean paste.
They both ate a large bowl.
Because they ate a lot, they didn't take a taxi and walked back to the restaurant.
The brother and sister asked along the way and went through the alleys, which didn't take too long.
Lin Mujin returned to her room and found a clothes hanger to hang on the door, making it difficult to open the door from the outside.
She wasn't worried about the miniature cameras yet, as the technology wasn't there yet, but she still checked the room carefully.
The story of people hiding under the bed is real.
Very good! She was alone in the room, so she drew the curtains, began to undress, and took a shower.
The guesthouse they stayed in last night cost only three dollars and fifty cents a night, and the conditions were pretty good, but the bathrooms were outside the house, so she just wiped it briefly.
The current room rate is twenty-four yuan, which is a bit expensive, but you can take a shower and go to the toilet in the room, which is much more convenient.
After taking a shower, putting on pajamas and drying her hair half dry, Lin Mujin found a pen and paper and began to write down her plans for tomorrow.
She is going to the School of Architecture of Tsinghua University to find the leaders to organize a Chinese-style restaurant design competition with a prize of 888 yuan.
Teachers and students in their third year or above can participate, and students can also form groups.
Her activity will undoubtedly be approved, which will not only enhance students' practical ability but also provide generous rewards for the winners.
It will benefit the school in every way.
The design competition will last...just seven days.
Mainly because she doesn't have enough time.
During this period, she had to safely transport the porcelain, calligraphy and paintings.
No, no, no! This question needs to be put off until later.
The most urgent thing is where to put all the porcelain, calligraphy and paintings the day after tomorrow?
It’s too unsafe to store it in Moxuan Pavilion.
Master Qin might not agree.
The best way is to transport it away immediately.
Transport back to the hotel?
Lin Mujin looked at her room. It was quite spacious and could hold some space.
If that doesn't work, you can consider getting a suite.
Or just buy a house?
Real estate in Beijing, especially a courtyard house, must be purchased in the future, but not now.
It would be great if it was in Shenzhen, so I could send it to Qin Zheng.
Lin Mujin sighed, distant water cannot quench immediate thirst.
We have to think of other ways.
If you have connections, you can arrange for train shipment.
Or take the military transport route.
She felt these two were relatively safe.
Unfortunately, she and her cousin Lin were new to the place and didn't have any such connections.
And now they are all state-owned units. She is willing to pay, and many state-owned enterprises do not do business with private individuals at all.
"Why!……"
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