Section 5, the cabinet master is an extraordinary person

Go! The cabinet master remains cold and indifferent

Upon hearing the young attendant speak, the gatekeeper was about to summon the curator to expel him. Just then, he noticed an old man approaching with a long knife in hand, exuding an undeniable aura of authority. The gatekeeper had encountered thousands of people and had a keen eye for such matters. He promptly picked up a pen and paper, saying, "Please state your reason so that I can report it up the chain."

At the time of Xuanwu Gate, Qin Qiong carried a knife, which was stained with the blood of Li Yuanji. That knife was preserved exceptionally well!" Li Yuanxing's words left the shopkeeper's eyes filled with confusion and distraction. Li Yuanxing continued, "Shopkeeper, can that knife be sold for a good price?"

Director Chang, who had reached the door, turned back and shouted once more: "Hurry, be quick, and do it well"

When the cabinet master spoke, the doorman did not dare to show any negligence and immediately made an internal call. Just as Director Chang had sat down in his office and picked up a newspaper, upon hearing the secretary's report, he threw the newspaper on the floor and hurriedly walked out, saying to the secretary: "Immediately ask Section Chief Zhang to arrange the appraisal room, open the small meeting room, and bring out my collection of fine tea. Hurry up"

With a single statement, Li Yuanxing silently praised the cabinet master for his brilliance

The damaged Tang sword from the *Picture* book can be sold, but the incident at Xuanwu Gate involving Qin Qiong is a cultural relic. Donating it to the museum is the most secure approach, and with the assistance of Director Chang in the future, the prospects seem increasingly promising.

When Chang Hong first heard that another one was to be sold, he intended to persuade his teacher, thinking that such an item could not possibly be sold easily. However, his teacher's patriotism and love for cultural relics are well-known throughout the national antique community. Upon hearing about the other one, Chang Hong's heart became unsettled.

Tang Hengdao! The cabinet master handed over the knife, which Chang Hong respectfully received with both hands. After just a glance, he remarked: "It is indeed genuine; further verification of its age would make it even more reliable"

A resounding slap struck Li Yuanxing's face: "Prodigal son, you worthless scoundrel"

There is a bit of perceptiveness, the great Tang's sword. What a pity, what a pity! The cabinet master wept, touching the blade while shedding tears: "I did not take good care of it, the blade is damaged, it is damaged!"

A bottle of Xifeng priced at over 200 is already considered a good wine

At this moment, the old man at the counter left Li Yuanxing and the others dumbfounded, all of them in a daze. Is this still the same old beggar who could joke around and laugh heartily? A director of a provincial museum personally came to greet him, respectfully addressing him as "teacher." What did this old man do in Beijing before? It seems they can no longer dare to call him a beggar; he should be called the old man at the counter instead

Those who can come to the museum early in the morning are mostly individuals with profound culture and refinement

The secretary promptly set off.

After much effort, Li Yuanxing managed to persuade the shopkeeper, feigning a pitiful demeanor: "Shopkeeper, you know well that Xiao Qi's injury needs treatment; otherwise, I will never be at ease for the rest of my life if he is left disabled."

The secretary was taken aback; Director Chang had already walked out.

Several young brothers, please! Upon learning that Li Yuanxing came together with the cabinet master, Director Chang smiled and said

Inform Chang Hong to arrange for someone to prepare the appraisal, get the tea ready, and the old man's surname is Li

Bang

The cabinet master picked up the Tang knife and was about to strike Li Yuanxing, but the other three were terrified. Before they could intervene, the cabinet master put down the knife, then picked up a bottle of wine worth three hundred yuan and was about to smash it over Li Yuanxing's head, while cursing: "It's not good to injure someone with a knife!"

Wang Wu started the car again, this time directly taking five people straight to the Provincial Museum. Gui Ye held the long knife with both hands, his expression grave, and throughout the journey, none of the four young people dared to say a word.

Having just opened the shop, with no customers inside, the old man sat at the counter smoking his pipe

The old beggar tapped his pipe on the edge of the table a few times, then extended his left hand and said, "Bring it here!"

Indeed! The expression in the cabinet master's eyes changed, revealing a hint of murderous intent. Although this aura could not be compared to that of the ruthless Qin Qiong, it still frightened Li Yuanxing, causing him to shudder.

Li Yuanxing was taken aback; if this old man were to have any mishap, wouldn't his own grandfather jump out of the grave to slap him

At this moment, Li Yuanxing opened his backpack again

The True Tang Sword! Li Yuanxing held a great deal of respect for the cabinet master, as he was a person of considerable ability. Decades ago, he had fought alongside Li Yuanxing's grandfather on the battlefield, and later moved to Beijing. In recent years, having grown old, he returned to his hometown and was drawn to this black shop run by Li Yuanxing, thus making it his home.

"Master Guì! Master of Appraisal!" Li Yuanxing once again adopted the joking tone he usually used with the old beggar in the evenings. In this antique market, who would not respectfully address the old beggar as Master Guì? He is indeed the master of appraisal, possessing an understanding of everything that the old man cannot comprehend

The cabinet elder spoke without raising his voice: "Xing Wawa is my grandson, and I trust his words. As for the other matter, the change at the Xuanwu Gate involving Qin Qiong, that is yours! The rest, let my grandson clear it up!"

The results of the appraisal drove the museum staff wild; a Tang sword preserved in such excellent condition can undoubtedly be classified as a cultural relic

At this moment, the cabinet master said, "Sell it, sell it for a good price. My grandson needs money; he needs the money to acquire another one!"

The doorman did not receive a response and felt it inappropriate to urge further, merely informing the clerk that someone had already gone to find the director

Li Yuanxing's mind was racing, and he immediately had an idea: "There are still two, one of which the other party said has a history. It is said that during the Xuanwu Gate Incident..." At this point, Li Yuanxing hesitated for a moment, contemplating whether to obtain a high-quality one from Li Er or Qin Qiong after returning to the Tang Dynasty, rather than a standard one used by ordinary soldiers.

Go find the curator! After getting off the car, the steward finally spoke, and his somber face showed some signs of relaxation. Xiao Hou and the librarian immediately ran quickly towards the gatekeeper.

Guai Ye and Chang Hong are both experts among experts, not the kind of so-called experts, but true specialists who can identify ancient artifacts with just a glance. Particularly that piece of lacquerware, which was not something that could be afforded by just anyone during the Tang Dynasty; it was truly an item for the nobility.

"Sir, sir. This is just a sample; there are two more that are truly excellent."

The wine was placed on the table, yet the old beggar did not even glance at it, his gaze fixed solely on the knife handle protruding from the cloth bag

Before long, a stout man rushed out, panting heavily, completely disregarding the astonished gazes of everyone around him. He hurriedly bowed deeply before the master, saying, "I apologize for the delay in coming out, esteemed teacher!" His attitude was as respectful as it could be, and the expressions of those around him shifted from surprise to approval

"Speak!" The cabinet master shouted, and then pointed to the main door. Wang Wu immediately jogged over to close the door

The office area of the Provincial Museum is located there, but Wang Wu does not know, so the parking lot they chose is designated for visitors.

This must belong to me! Chang Hong has set his sights on the wooden bowl

Follow me! Money is a trivial matter! The cabinet elder is furious