Chapter 6: Pawnshop

"Second Brother..." The younger sister's voice lingered as she gently shook his arm

In the living room, there was a beautiful inspector. Chen's mother found it difficult to say anything, and the two silently left the room. She then sighed and said: "Ayi, you are aware of the situation at home. Your father and I will handle it. You and your sister just need to focus on your studies, and your elder brother is the same."

Such a mode of consumption is insufficient with just pocket money, so Chen Rongxi often seeks support from his elder brothers.

Miss Liu? With the enhancement of the Level 3 Intelligence Scroll, Chen Congyu felt his mind clear and sharp. He flipped through the accounts he had reviewed earlier with his left hand and said, "Allow me to re-explain this part..."

Chen Yijian noticed her mother carrying a handbag and thoughtfully said, "Mom, it's so late, what are you going out for"

The younger sister exclaimed "Hula!" and darted over to Mom like a rabbit, using her unique way of speaking to free Chen Yi: "Mommy, I am looking for my second brother to chat."

You can keep it for yourself

Chen Yi joyfully said, "Good," and then asked, "Where are we going?"

The younger sister represents another extreme; her money is not spent on various electronic devices, but rather on seeking mentorship and learning. Most of the programmers from the Chen Group have been overwhelmed by her, and even friends she met on some forums often cannot resist her financial allure, inevitably sharing a few tricks with her.

The issue of taxation is no longer merely a matter of money; otherwise, there would be no need for the presence of auditors

As he ran out the door, a familiar Mercedes-Benz happened to pass by. Chen Yi cheerfully waved it down, looking as if he were on a spring outing

A small delaying tactic, with the assistance of that magical subway, may indeed have practical effects

She still has unfinished words, having to pay 3.5 million in taxes, and those who seek trouble can still find it; 1.5 million is not enough to manage the various connections.

After drinking the tea, the restlessness from the long drive dissipated completely after 10 minutes, and the fragrant tea leaves gradually brought a sense of relaxation

In the past, Chen Yi might have been persuaded by Chen Rongxi, but the situation is different now. He shook his head and said, "I do not understand what you are saying, but gambling carries risks, and this 100,000 yuan cannot be given to you now"

At the moment when Chen Yifa was in a daze, his mother had already vanished without a trace

The inspector from the National Taxation Bureau remained seated on the sofa, discussing something with Chen Congyu. The latter occasionally furrowed his brows, indicating that he was indeed facing some trouble

"It is inconvenient for you to be alone, so I will accompany you." Chen Yi earnestly wanted to participate in this upheaval, firmly believing that even if he could not solve the problem at present, there was still a great possibility of finding a way to resolve it.

However, Chen Yi's thoughts were quite different

"Is this fake?" Chen Yi asked in confusion. With such obvious scars, what would be the point of faking it

Undoubtedly, the subway that connects to the magical world has been of great assistance

The Fushan gaming platform, ah, Fushan... The younger sister in the back was chattering away, looking as if she had entered a treasure mountain but left empty-handed

Mother Chen couldn't help but laugh, and after inviting him up, she said: "You don't seem worried at all"

Liu Xinyu had to turn her head, yet her feelings of confusion did not diminish in the slightest

The boss appears to be quite old, yet his steps are agile, and he is in good health, especially his pair of eyes, which are surprisingly bright

The box is new, but the jewelry inside is familiar to Chen Yi; they are all pieces that his mother often wore. A tremor ran through his heart, and he did not wish to continue looking. He stood tall and began to pace around the room.

The Mercedes-Benz slowly drove into a small courtyard, where evergreen cypress and pine trees were visible. There were two security guards at the entrance, and upon passing through the iron gate, more could be seen.

Mother Chen deliberated and said, "The tax payment of 3.5 million yuan must be repaid immediately." She then pointed to her bag and said, "The items inside can sell for at least 5 million, so do not worry."

At this moment, the boss finally spoke: "Madam Chen, I heard that you have brought a few items?"

Liu Xinyu saw nothing, suspiciously surveying the surroundings, yet still discovered nothing

Mother Chen did not respond, waved her hand, and walked down the stairs

On the other hand, the most serious issue the company faces is the depletion of cash flow. If the bank does not extend loans any further, it will be impossible to sustain operations.

"I am going to the company, will you accompany me?" Chen's mother shot him a glance, but there was no sign of displeasure on her face

Chen Yi involuntarily glanced down and indeed saw the beautiful inspector, along with her completely white and ample bosom.

Chen Congyu has always been very generous in giving pocket money to the children

Due to his grandfather's obsession with the scholarly lineage, the Chen family has purchased expensive porcelain on numerous occasions, and he has gained some understanding of it.

Fang Manyi spoke, a smile appearing on her face

"It is easy to board a ship by the sea," Chen's mother explained, gradually coming to a stop.

At the very least, the boss affirmed: "This incense burner, whether in terms of its form or history, is top-notch. Although it is indeed broken, it has been perfectly restored, except for that one piece."

Fang Manyi nodded gently and took out a jewelry box from her handbag

The two individuals were entangled, and Chen Mu spoke in a warm tone: "What are you two siblings sneaking a look at?"

Chen Yi could not discern good from bad, and after walking around the large room twice, he slowly came to a stop in front of the cabinet displaying porcelain.

He blinked his eyes and suddenly found himself in a predicament: either tell the truth and betray his little sister's plan—which would surely earn him a reprimand from his mother—or tell a lie, admitting that he had been peeking at the beautiful girl.

It is somewhat strange, he thought silently

Then today she just ran away?" Mother Chen said with a smile, pulling her daughter off her lap, and added, "I need to step out for a while. You two can play at home, but don't disturb your father in the living room while he is working.

The boss expressed in a light-hearted manner: "It's not all fake, but do you see the second piece below the bottleneck?"

Chen Yi chuckled and said, "Dad is at home, what are you going to the office for"

In such times, doing what one can at least alleviates some of the pressure on parents

Chen Rongxi twisted her body, playfully saying, "I have been at school for half a month, and tomorrow is the weekend"

The boss, hearing the sound, walked over while rubbing his neck and said with a smile: "Are you interested in porcelain? This piece is not simple; it was used in the Qing Palace. If it weren't for someone having forged it, its price would be at least ten times higher."

Chen Yi immediately retracted his head in fright

Chen Yi did not entangle himself with her, stood up, and walked towards his house, saying: "After a few days, when you truly want it, come find me again"

Chen Yi discovered that after he released the scroll, his father remained completely unaware, Wang Wei at the door was also oblivious, and his younger sister upstairs was none the wiser; only Liu Xinyu displayed an unusual expression

If they are all genuine products, they would be worth millions?" Chen Yi's expression was somewhat strange

He has actually said such things many times. Many people bet that he made a mistake, which is why they purchased the items. In fact, how could an appraiser who has immersed himself in this field for decades possibly overlook such details

pawnshop

The scroll "Bang" shattered into powder, disappearing without a trace. From a distance, one could see faint glimmers appearing at the tiger's mouth of its left hand.

He welcomed the mother and child into the room and silently began to brew tea

Ms. Fang Manyi is one of the most prominent philanthropists in Jiangning. Her charitable foundation makes appearances in major newspapers and on television almost every month, incurring significant expenses. Naturally, the role played by the foundation is also extraordinary, serving as a classic example of leveraging small investments for substantial returns. It not only opened up markets for the Chen family and attracted attention but also alleviated countless troubles.

Worried. Is the situation very bad? Chen Yi tried to appear relaxed; in fact, he was much more at ease than his mother had anticipated

Chen Yi found it somewhat amusing, and upon looking at the price, he couldn't help but click his tongue in disbelief

The boss then said: "The items I have displayed here all have some flaws, which is why the prices have been reduced to the lowest possible. If someone misjudges them, it would not be surprising for the prices to soar tenfold or twentyfold."

This is the center of the pawnshop, where the room displays not only decorative items but also a number of "dead pawn" items—those that customers have failed to redeem by the due date

She spared him the most difficult part, which lifted Chen Yi's spirits, and he said: "I haven't spent the lucky money from last time..."

Thinking of this, he tightly squeezed the backpack on his back

As a pawnshop operating entity, it is natural to resell the items, and the prices must be significantly lower than those of similar items available in the market.

This is the warehouse of the pawnshop

The color is merely light? It is not just light; if it were not under the spotlight, Chen Yigen would not have noticed such a small flaw at all

Chen Yi's elder brother is in the military, and he will undoubtedly be implicated as well

Such a large foundation compelled Fang Manyi to dedicate herself full-time, leaving her unable and unwilling to take on a part-time role within the group. Chen Yi was well aware of this, and thus understood that in the absence of their father, it was meaningless for their mother to manage a regulated company merely in her personal capacity.

Fang Manyi saw his serious attitude and had no choice but to say: "Since you want to go, then go ahead, but you must not make a sound for a while."

Understood. Xiao He, pretending to be aggrieved, agreed.

"Indeed," the boss chuckled, "because it was a restoration. Initially, we thought all the fragments were genuine, but unexpectedly, this particular piece revealed a flaw; it turned out to be a forgery. Because of this one piece, everyone began to suspect that more fragments were counterfeit, and as a result, items worth millions were reduced to merely tens of thousands.

A scarred incense burner caught his attention. Its full name is the Green Ground Powdered Color Gilded Hollow Floral Incense Burner, standing at a height of only 30 centimeters, with a plump body that seems as if it has been swollen from being beaten.

It seems to be working. Chen Yizheng let out a sigh of relief, while Liu Xinyu, seemingly deep in thought, raised her head and looked up at the ceiling

After hesitating for a moment on the stairs, Chen Yi boldly took out a deep red Level 3 Intelligence Scroll and forcefully tore it open

For an absolutely broken stove, a price of 80,000 is quite astonishing

Chen Yiruo was thoughtfully rubbing her chin

It seems that falsehoods appear more truthful than the truth

"Skipping class?" Ms. Fang Manyi observed keenly, casting a distant glance at Chen Yi without delving into the issue of peeking.

The porcelain received by the pawnshop varies in quality; those well-known and reputable items are mostly sent to auction houses for operation. What remains in the shop are either mid-range priced, relatively good-quality antique porcelain, or inexpensive wares that the appraisers are not very certain about.

Meanwhile, his fingers traced three circles in the air, vaguely pointing towards his father

The teapot is made of purple clay, the tea is Longjing, and the old man's movements are particularly elegant and orderly, embodying the essence of the tea ceremony.

With newfound confidence, Chen Yi thought for a moment and then caught up with her, matching her pace as he said, "Mom, I will accompany you."

Isn't this place quite remote? Chen Yi inquired

Every month, Chen Yi can at least receive over ten thousand yuan in pocket money, and during the New Year and festivals, there are additional sources of income. He and his elder brother are relatively low-key and have always had surplus funds left over.