Chapter 7 is fake
With a cold glance at Zhou Bapi, Wang Ke did not pay him any attention and redirected his gaze to the bronze Buddha statue above.
His gaze was firmly fixed on the three genuine antiques, his spirit and energy fully elevated. However, to his disappointment, the three genuine antiques were not magical artifacts, as there were no strands of white mist appearing on them
Zhou Bapi carefully examined it before saying in a nonchalant manner
Sun Ming was filled with rage, yet he truly did not dare to offend the guest
This bronze Buddha statue is a fake
Li Daquan extended his hand to Zhou Bapi, his eyes filled with intense longing, staring unblinkingly at Zhou Bapi, hoping to hear the words he longed for from his lips
He put down the phone in his hand, quickly glanced at Wang Ke, and then once again displayed a servile demeanor, approaching Li Daqian with a beaming face: "Oh, welcome this esteemed guest! I wonder if you have any fine items? I am a new employee; the previous one was not up to par... No, I mean, the previous employee has left, and I am here to take his place. Please feel free to show me any good items you have, and I will take a look for you."
Embracing the notion that the customer is always right, he comforted himself a few times before smiling and nodding repeatedly. In no time, he called Zhou Bapi down from upstairs.
"Fake? Impossible! The color, quality, and craftsmanship of this Buddha statue are all antique; how could it possibly be fake?" Li Daquan's voice rose several decibels, and his face showed a look of anger.
Wang Ke stopped in his tracks, as he now had a strong interest in antiques and collectibles, after all, this was destined to be a prosperous avenue for wealth
He forced a smile on his face, bowing slightly with a smile that did not reach his eyes, and said: "I did not expect Brother Li to visit my establishment today. What fine treasure are you looking to see?"
By a stroke of luck, this genuine antique was discovered and cataloged by an expert in the collecting community, who made a significant bargain.
After saying these words, he looked at Li Daqian, whose face was full of displeasure and who remained silent. A hint of sarcasm appeared at the corner of his mouth, and a sense of superiority arose within him. Thus, he said lightly: "There is another method of identification, which is through smell: ancient bronze Buddha statues, after long-term worship and exposure to smoke, can emit the scent of smoke; if buried underground for a long time, they can emit the smell of mold and decay. Smell this bronze Buddha statue; although the scent is faint, it is clearly the odor of chemical corrosion!"
A thing that looks down on others with a dog's eye
However, he opened the door to conduct business, and naturally, there was no reason to push the customers out. Moreover, this fellow is nothing but a rogue; if I don't take a look at what he has brought, he will surely cling to me without letting go
Eager to ascertain the authenticity of his acquisition, he had no interest in engaging in pleasantries with Zhou Baopi. He got straight to the point and said: "Boss Zhou, you are a prominent and capable figure in this antique street. I have indeed come across a treasure; take a good look and see how much you would be willing to pay for it."
Therefore, this bronze Buddha statue is a fake
The use of the ability eye is time-limited, and he can sense that this ability eye, which has suddenly appeared, can only be used a few times a day. Each use lasts no more than seven or eight seconds, and if used less, it may only last five seconds, after which the vital energy will be cut off
It is worthless and can be sold as scrap metal
In terms of craftsmanship: Due to the limitations of ancient production techniques, the cast copper Buddha statues require meticulous sculpting techniques after molding, with the expressions, clothing, and processing marks on the base of the copper Buddha statues clearly visible. The generation of this cast copper Buddha statue is highly regular, with evident processing marks that are clearly a result of machine polishing.
The pain was sharp like a needle. After his vital energy was severed, Wang Ke felt a darkness envelop him. He quickly covered his eyes with both hands, allowing the pain to subside somewhat before slowly releasing his grip. With bloodshot eyes, he glanced at Sun Ming.
After going downstairs, he saw Li Daqian, and he felt even more unlucky; he was well aware of this guy's true nature
Due to a recent breakthrough in his cultivation, Wang Ke has become very perceptive to his surroundings. Zhou Bapi displayed a fleeting look of disdain on his face, which Wang Ke easily caught. Perhaps he felt that he posed a physical threat to him. Although this fellow quickly concealed his expression, Wang Ke could still discern his posture of crossing his arms and preparing to watch the spectacle.
A bronze Buddha statue was revealed after Li Daquan uncovered the black cloth
He wouldn't be coming back for revenge, would he
He quickly turned his head to glance at Sun Ming, his face displaying a hint of inquiry
He initially thought he had acquired a magical artifact, having spent a considerable amount of money on it, only to find out it was a fake. The immense loss made him feel as if he had consumed several hundred repulsive green bean flies, leaving him utterly disgusted.
Color: The ancient Buddha statue is enshrined on the altar, a relic of the old world, weathered by the passage of time and the elements. Particularly, the surface color of this gilded bronze Buddha statue is dim, reflecting a soft light under the sun. In contrast, the newly made and artificially aged bronze Buddha statues reflect a more glaring light. Let us step outside the main gate to take a look, and then you will understand clearly
Are you not here to cause trouble
Wang Ke adheres to the principle of frugality; since these three antiques are not magical artifacts, there is no need to waste true energy and the usage time of the extraordinary vision.
Li Daquan's complexion shifted between shades of blue and white. Ultimately, his expression fell into despair as he moved his lips slightly and helplessly asked, "Boss Zhou, how much do you think this bronze Buddha statue is worth?"
Zhou Papi raised the bronze Buddha statue towards Li Daqian and then said lightly: "This is indeed a fake. Since you mention color, quality, and craftsmanship, let me discuss this with you properly.
Even though the character of this Li Daqian is quite despicable, I still want to see what kind of goods this fellow has brought.
Wang Ke, with a look of curiosity on his face, followed and walked out of the door of the Gathering Treasure Hall
Zhou Bapi felt considerably reassured. Regarding his former associate, he harbored some apprehension, for in his eyes, Wang Ke was a master who concealed his true abilities. How could an ordinary person possibly create a large fist imprint on a huai wood counter with their fists?
Under the gentle sunlight, the bronze Buddha statue indeed appears somewhat dazzling under the refraction of the sun.
Zhou Bapi coldly smiled to himself and said again: "Let us discuss its quality once more: the copper used in ancient Buddha statues is relatively pure, heavy in quality, especially the cast objects which have thickness. However, this imitation copper Buddha statue before us is not made of pure copper, it is light in quality, and it is evident that alloy materials have been used!"
Sun Ming cautiously glanced at Wang Ke, understanding the boss's intention. He placed his clenched fist near his lips, cleared his throat, and said: "Boss, Wang Ke... Mr. Wang mentioned that he is also a guest and wishes to purchase some antiques from our store"
How has this little rascal returned again
The ability of the psychic eye should still be usable for a few more seconds, so let's give it another try! Even if it turns out to be fake, I have no regrets.
In the past, he had heard of an incident: a young man who had long been engaged in deception, making a living by trading in antiques and collectibles, was unable to identify a genuine antique in his possession. As a result, he cleverly altered the piece, making the genuine antique appear to bear the marks of forgery.
Li Daquan furrowed his brows, and with his round, bulging eyes wide open, he exclaimed in a daze: "What do you think you are? Can you run this shop? Hurry up and call Boss Zhou out for me; I have a big deal to discuss."
A loud voice came from outside the door and echoed through the library, and shortly after, a figure stepped briskly into the entrance of the Gathering Treasure Hall. The newcomer was a middle-aged man dressed in a floral coat and somewhat faded jeans, whom Wang Ke recognized as Li Daqian, a seasoned hustler who loitered on this street all day. He was the type who dreamed of striking it rich through any means, whether by taking advantage of others or engaging in deceitful schemes.
Zhou Bapi is currently feeling quite pained
He currently has a feeling that, no matter how he looks at it, he believes this bronze Buddha statue is extraordinary
Perhaps it was because he had just used the supernatural eye, that indescribable strange feeling made his heart feel as if it were being clawed at by a hundred paws. He always felt that this bronze Buddha statue was genuine, and the slightly stinging eyes only added to his conviction. Moreover, he discovered a small spot at the base of the bronze statue, a remnant left behind by the forger's unintentional oversight.
Li Daquan did not hesitate at all, extending his hand to place the bronze Buddha statue into Wang Ke's hand, his tone carrying a hint of eagerness as he said: "Look, even if this bronze Buddha statue is fake, sincerity brings blessings. If you take it home, it will surely bring you good fortune!"
After speaking, Zhou Bapi strode with Li Daqian to the entrance of Jubaotang, raising the bronze Buddha statue higher in the sunlight
Wang Ke let out a cold smile in his heart. After taking the bronze Buddha statue, he quietly held it in his hand and began to examine it closely
Zhou Bapi took the bronze Buddha statue, and before he could examine it closely, he noticed that there were other people in the shop. He looked up, and his body immediately shivered, his entire face turned pale in that instant
He quickly glanced at Li Daqian, whose face was filled with disappointment. After a moment of hesitation, he spoke: "Don't be anxious. I have been experiencing a streak of bad luck; even my boss has fired me. Therefore, I want to buy a bronze Buddha statue to place at home. Brother Li, could you let me take a look at your bronze Buddha statue? If I am satisfied, I will likely make a purchase"
Li Daquan was quite pleased at this moment, as he felt he had stumbled upon some valuable books and materials, and he had acquired them without spending much money
Where is the person? Where is Boss Zhou? I have got a great treasure here, hurry up and let Boss Zhou come out to take a look
These three antiques were what he believed to be the most likely artifacts. However, after detection with the ability of the supernatural eye, it was revealed that they were not. He sighed inwardly and decided not to search for other antiques or collectibles to try. He turned and walked towards the entrance of the Treasure Pavilion
The pain was like a needle prick, lasting only a second or two, and then his gaze fell upon the bronze Buddha statue
He decisively directed the flow of his vital energy towards his eyes
Sun Ming had always been wary of Wang Ke, but now, seeing someone approach, his anxious heart finally calmed down a bit. He believed that Wang Ke would not dare to openly and brazenly assault him in front of others
His gaze finally settled on the bronze Buddha statue he was holding in his hands
He was holding something wrapped in black cloth in his arms; the object was not large, appearing to be only about the size of two fists.
Originally intending to hasten Li Daqian's departure, Zhou Bapi's face suddenly displayed a look of disdain upon hearing Wang Ke's words. However, he suddenly recalled that Wang Ke was no longer an employee under his command and had previously demonstrated impressive skills. Consequently, the disdain on his face vanished without a trace. Even though he held Wang Ke in contempt, he dared not show it any longer. Instead, he could only mockingly deride him in his heart, retreating two steps with a sulky demeanor, crossing his arms, and preparing to watch the spectacle unfold with Wang Ke.
Standing beside Li Daquan and Zhou Bapi, Wang Ke revealed a hint of peculiarity in his gaze. He had a strange feeling; although Zhou Bapi's words seemed quite reasonable, he felt that this bronze Buddha statue should be an antique
Li Daquan's complexion appeared somewhat grim, and he gazed silently at the bronze Buddha statue.
There are only two or three seconds left; the use of the psychic eye must be terminated