The Zheng family didn't know how bad their behavior was, and naturally they didn't know that not far away, Ji Qingzhou and Xie Yanbei were closely observing their every move.
That morning, before Zheng Shuyun was caught, Ji Qingwan saw a small goldfish fall out of her pocket.
It turned out that the two elders of the Zheng family followed Sun Yuehong and found it in the back mountain. I heard that the total weight of the big and small ones must be more than 100 kilograms.
After Sun Yuehong asked her family to move a box away, she did not continue the investigation.
But the Zheng family was more thoughtful. They dug holes around the place and dug out many things intermittently.
The Zheng family wasn't sure whether it was useful or not, but Ji Qingwan had already discovered it, so they asked her, a city dweller, to check it out.
Ji Qingwan was already very interested in these ancient artifacts, so she followed over immediately.
But they didn't expect that there were two men traveling with them on the way here.
Ji Qingwan looked familiar, but he had never seen her in the commune. Zheng Feiyang laughed it off and said she was a distant relative.
She didn't ask any more questions.
No matter who the other party is, it will not cause any trouble to her.
The way they talked along the way was really strange, and Ji Qingwan always felt that there was something else behind their words.
But she was eager to see those things as soon as possible, so she temporarily ignored their way of communication.
"Miss Ji, watch your step, we're almost there."
Ji Qingwan nodded and looked at the large and small pits dug in front of her.
"Look, these are the things. These bottles and jars look quite old, but there are so many fake things these days. I don't know if they are real or just a prank put here by someone."
Ji Qingwan lowered her head and carefully swept the dirt around her with her hands.
The light at night is very dim and I can't see clearly.
However, these small gold bars are also engraved with seals, which are obviously ancient official seals.
Ji Qingwan had done some research on these ancient artifacts before going to the countryside. When she saw the official seals, she was certain in her heart.
This batch of cultural relics are from the Tang Dynasty and are indeed good antiques.
When she saw the two porcelain bottles that were dug out, her heart trembled and she was so excited that she couldn't express it in words.
But I didn't dare show it too obviously.
This is a rare Yuan blue and white porcelain in China. The few remaining pieces are on display in national museums, and most of them have been lost overseas.
"These things are from the Tang Dynasty and do have a certain historical value. How did you discover them? Besides these, are there any other ones?"
When they heard about the age of these things, the three members of the Zheng family were stunned.
Things from the Tang Dynasty have a history of hundreds of years.
This is the real deal!
With so many little goldfish and all these bottles and jars, they became rich!
Cheng Kuan and Luo Ankang looked at each other, confirmed the value of these things, and exchanged glances.
Old Man Zheng held the tools in his hands and said, "This is a priceless treasure. What are you still standing there for? Hurry up and dig it up. Move it to your own home before others find it."
Cheng Kuan glanced around. It was a dark and windy night, and the place was relatively remote, so no one came.
"Since these are cultural relics, they must be well protected. You don't know how to excavate them, and you're not professional archaeologists. Be careful not to damage them, or you could end up in jail."
Luo Ankang’s words really scared Old Man Zheng.
He glanced at the only outsider and put a small goldfish in Ji Qingwan's hand in a flattering manner.
"Miss Ji, since we all discovered this together, we are not greedy for an equal share. However, we believe in making a fortune quietly, so you should keep this a secret."
Ji Qingwan waved her hand: "I don't need these."
Cheng Kuan was worried that something unexpected might happen during the long night, and Ji Qingwan was the only one who had received an education.
If you don't control your mouth well, you will probably be in big trouble.
After taking a look at Mr. Zheng, he and Luo Ankang discussed it and immediately came up with a plan.
"Well, we'll get professionals here in a bit. You guys guard the scene first. When we're done, we'll give you 5,000 yuan. Besides that, we can also buy you a house in the city."
Zheng Feiyang was almost knocked unconscious by this pie falling from the sky.
He looked at the two bottles and counted on his fingers dizzily.
5,000 yuan and a house in the city, are these things so valuable?
He nodded repeatedly in response, and Old Man Zheng and Old Lady Zheng smiled so hard that their teeth were showing.
After dealing with this family, Cheng Kuan made Ji Qingwan an offer that she could not refuse.
"You've done a great job recognizing these things. Once the excavation is complete, I can arrange for you to return to the city. You can choose any job you want, and the salary and benefits will naturally not be bad."
Ji Qingwan looked up in surprise.
Originally, she was worried that she would not be able to find a job when she returned to the capital, and that she would not be as good as Ji Qingzhou, which would make her family laugh at her.
She didn't expect that the problem she had been worried about could be solved so easily.
As long as she can find a satisfactory job, she will be able to leave home soon.
At that time, she would not be controlled by anyone and would have complete freedom.
Without any hesitation, she nodded in agreement.
He just turned around and glanced at the two Yuan Qingcis again, his eyes dim and unclear.
"When those archaeological experts you found come, they won't send them to the Bo Family Museum, right?"
Ji Qingwan pointed out the problem incisively.
If they were a non-profit organization, they would naturally not be willing to pay so much money to the Zheng family, nor would they give her such a huge benefit.
Luo Ankang patted the porcelain vase beside him, making crisp sounds, as if every sound hit Ji Qingwan's heart.
She was an educated youth who had been sent to the countryside, and Luo Ankang was worried that her limited conscience would get in the way.
"This is our stuff, passed down from our ancestors for so long. Such exquisite craftsmanship. If we can sell it overseas, it will allow more people to see our craftsmanship, which is also a way to pass on our culture."
Cheng Kuan nodded quickly: "Yes, there are not many countries that have established diplomatic relations with our country now. Putting this thing in the National Museum would only be a waste of natural resources."
A hint of confusion flashed in Ji Qingwan's eyes, even though she knew that what they said was nonsense.
But when I thought about my own freedom, I still couldn't make a decision.
Luo Ankang was getting a little impatient. He just wanted to cut the Gordian knot and spoke without thinking.
"You've been in this shabby village for so long, with no future and no freedom. Why are you so protective of this thing?"
"I promise we'll do it perfectly. Just rest assured, work hard when you get back to the city. I can guarantee you a safe future."
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