Chapter Eight, A Basket of Treasures.

Guo Zixing acted quickly, directly took out his mobile phone and dialed the number of an old friend. This friend's surname is Cao, and he also runs a second-hand bookstore. Guo Zixing told him the names of those books and the contents of the copyright pages, and then advised him that as fellow booksellers, the prices should be fair and not too low. Unexpectedly, the price quoted by the other party after considering it scared him. Guo Zixing repeated the names of those books and the contents of the copyright pages, and advised him that as fellow booksellers, the prices should be fair and not too low. Unexpectedly, the price quoted by the other party after considering it scared him.

In fact, it is indeed so.

Guo Zixing laughed, "I didn't expect you, my brother, to have such a wide range of interests. However, I have always only been interested in comic books and manga. It's like two different worlds, and I don't understand these miscellaneous books."

Lin Yi was stunned when he heard this offer. He hadn't made much money from comics just now, but unexpectedly, he had hit the jackpot here.

First, let's talk about your set of 24 volumes of "Peacock King". The condition is good, and I can sell it for a maximum of 300 yuan. Since you mentioned profit sharing, I'll take 150 yuan. As for this set of 19 volumes of "Yu Yu Hakusho", I can sell it for 400 yuan, so I'll give you 200 yuan. And this complete set of 57 volumes of "Captain Tsubasa", I can sell it for a maximum of 1000 yuan, so I'll give you 500 yuan. Finally, as for this set of "Dragon Ball" ... Hainan 1994 edition, 78 volumes, in excellent condition, a complete set with one edition and one printing, it has great potential for appreciation. If you're not in a hurry to sell, I can sell it for a maximum of 3000 yuan, and I'll give it to you for 1500 yuan. ... Hainan 1994 edition, 78 volumes, in excellent condition, a complete set with one edition and one printing, it has great potential for appreciation. If you're not in a hurry to sell, I can sell it for a maximum of 3000 yuan, and I'll give it to you for 1500 yuan! Adding up all these books, it comes to a total of 2350 yuan. What do you think?

In Lin Yixin's mind, he thought so, but he was not the kind of person who didn't understand the actual situation. He knew that the other party had already offered the highest price, not to mention that he had no other options. Even if these books were worth ten thousand, it would be in vain to keep them in his hands. Therefore, he accepted this price very readily.

Twenty-five times ten, it really looks like a magnified two hundred and fifty.

"Five-Year Primary School Chinese Textbook" 10 books, 900 yuan

Lin Yi's understanding and tactfulness made Guo Zixing very pleased. He directly checked 2500 yuan and said, "Little brother, take a look at this money. It's important to verify the authenticity of the amount. Money is the most boring thing, but it must be counted carefully."

It's like a mountain between different professions! Guo Zixing sighed again, but this time it came from the bottom of his heart.

2500 ? ! (Note: As the original text does not provide any context or meaning, the translation simply reflects the characters in the same order and format as the original text.)

In today's old book market, there is a wave of nostalgia, especially among middle-aged people in their forties and fifties, who have generally achieved success in their careers. At this time, they begin to reminisce, and various Chinese textbooks undoubtedly become exquisite collectibles in this nostalgic trend. Let me ask, who hasn't memorized the beautiful texts in Chinese textbooks when they were young? Who hasn't admired the exquisite illustrations in textbooks? A set of well-preserved 1980s "Five-Year Primary School Chinese Textbooks" is still skyrocketing in market value. Any smart person knows that this is a potential stock, so there are people willing to buy a set of 10 books even at a high price of 2000 yuan. Let me ask, who hasn't memorized the beautiful texts in Chinese textbooks when they were young? Who hasn't admired the exquisite illustrations in textbooks? A set of well-preserved 1980s "Five-Year Primary School Chinese Textbooks" is still skyrocketing in market value. Any smart person knows that this is a potential stock, so there are people willing to buy a set of 10 books even at a high price of 2000 yuan. However, Lin Yi's set is only in moderate condition, at most selling for 1700 yuan. Cao Yidao offered 900 yuan, which is considered fair.

Where did Guo Zixing know that he, an experienced person, would capsize in this small ditch, and be fooled by Lin Yi, this fake colleague, to the point of exposing his underwear.

The last book, "2010 Forbidden City Calendar," is completely a product of hype. This type of calendar used to go unnoticed, but it caught the attention of a few major book dealers. The reason is simple: it has a limited print run and rich content. Almost every page features exquisite paintings from the Forbidden City's collection or precious treasure patterns. Coupled with high-quality binding, it has great potential for hype. Therefore, the original price of the Forbidden City Calendar, which was only thirty to forty yuan, skyrocketed thirty times in just three months. Now, in 2010, a brand new copy can be sold for over a thousand yuan, which is truly astonishing. Almost every page features exquisite paintings from the Forbidden City's collection or precious treasure patterns. Coupled with high-quality binding, it has great potential for hype. Therefore, the original price of the Forbidden City Calendar, which was only thirty to forty yuan, skyrocketed thirty times in just three months. Now, in 2010, a brand new copy can be sold for over a thousand yuan, leaving people speechless. Nowadays, Lin Yi's book is at most a ninth-grade item, and it is also a product of hype. It's considerate of Cao Yidao to offer 500 yuan for it.

Lin Yi originally hoped that he could also take these books. Since these books have a fragrance, it proves that they are valuable and good books. Unexpectedly...

Guo Zixing said these things in order to sell favors. After all, small book vendors like Lin Yi might one day catch a big fish, and then they would be at a disadvantage.

In the field of calligraphy and painting, the collection value of art albums has always been on the rise, especially those early albums of famous artists. Due to their rarity, expensive paper, and exquisite binding, they are loved by many calligraphy and painting collectors. As a famous master of traditional Chinese painting, Qi Baishi's name is known to everyone, so his early albums are even harder to find in the market. Even if they are available, some people with ulterior motives would quickly snap them up and hoard them. The "Selected Paintings of Qi Baishi" received by Lin Yi this time is a large-format album published and distributed by Jilin Fine Arts Publishing House in 1984, with a print run of 3,000 copies, belonging to a first edition and first printing. It can easily be sold for 5,000 yuan in the market. Caoyidao bargained for more than half the price and only gave 2,000 yuan, which can be considered a small advantage.

Chinese Famous Recipes 10 Volumes, 2000 Yuan

Total amount: 5500 yuan!

Lin Yi understood his meaning, took the money, counted it briefly, and then said, "No problem. But, Guo, I have some other books. Do you want to take a look?"

Lin Yi never intended to leave from the beginning. His goodness, this fishskin bag of books is very heavy. Lin Yi has no intention of carrying it back again.

Because of this, this set of books is widely recognized as the "culinary bible" in the cooking industry. Countless chefs, both big and small, want to collect the complete set and are willing to pay a high price for it. As a result, a complete set can even be sold for five to six thousand. Unfortunately, Lin Yi's set only has 10 books, so even if it can be sold at a high price, it would only be around four thousand. Cao Yidao's offer of 2000 yuan at half price is also reasonable.

Lin Yi thanked him when he said so. When it comes to human relationships, it's hard to refuse when others want to give.

"Selected Paintings of Qi Baishi" Volume 1, 2000 yuan.

"Other books?" Guo Zixing was taken aback, and then he saw Lin Yi take out a stack of books, but they were not comics, but rather various cookbooks, medical books, textbooks, calendars, etc.

The Forbidden City Calendar, 1 copy, 500 yuan.

The medical book "Theory of Qi and Blood" was published by Liaoning Science and Technology Publishing House in 1990. Only 2006 copies were printed, as scarcity adds value. Due to the unique content of this book, it is priced around 200 to 300 in the market. Cao Yidao only offered 100 and took away half of the profit.

While Lin Yi was pondering, Guo Zixing laughed again, "But I do know a few people. If you're willing, I can give them a call and ask for a price. If it's suitable, I can help them buy it."

"Qi and Blood Theory" Volume 1, 100 yuan.

Therefore, after Guo Zixing actively persuaded him to stay, he put on a reluctant look, sat down with a sigh, and said, "Brother Guo, I am not greedy. I know that everyone benefits from good things. No one can take advantage of all the good things in the world. Good things should be shared. I will sell these books to you without asking for an exorbitant price, so that you can earn at least half of the profit. Isn't it worth your trust and support?"

Lin Yi timely thumbs up, "Brother Guo is straightforward!" he thought, finally getting to the bottom of it, not knowing how much these books are worth.

The "Chinese Famous Cuisine Recipes" published in 1958 can be said to be a large series of famous dish production launched after the establishment of New China. Although the book is thin, it contains the cooking secrets of famous chefs. This set of books was published and distributed by the Food Industry Press, with a total of 11 volumes from the first to the eleventh. It took seven years from 1958 to 1965 to complete the publication. "Beijing Roast Duck" is the first famous dish in this book, and the entire production process is extremely detailed and can be used for practical operation.

Of course, these are some of the latest insider information in the second-hand book market. Although Guo Zixing also deals with second-hand books, he focuses on comics and graphic novels, so he is not very familiar with these. At this moment, when he heard Cao Yidao's offer, he couldn't help but be shocked. These inconspicuous twenty-something books actually amount to a staggering 5500 yuan.

Guo Zixing is very clear that his old friend, nicknamed "Cao Yidao," is fond of cutting prices. He can sell a price of 100 for 50, and a price of 1000 for 500. According to this logic, the total price of these books definitely exceeds ten thousand.

Lin Yi was at a loss whether to laugh or cry. No wonder the other party refused to disclose the details earlier. As soon as they heard about the equal distribution of profits, they all surrendered. It turns out that they only made an extra 350 yuan.

Ahem, young man, the way you put it makes me feel embarrassed. Let's not beat around the bush anymore, open up and discuss this deal thoroughly. If you're willing, we'll make the transaction. Even if we can't, we'll still be good friends in the future. How about that?

Lin Yi frowned, and Guo Zixing, fearing that the cooked duck would fly away, gritted his teeth and said, "Since this is our second meeting, as your older brother, I should give you a gift. Let me add some more to make it a round number—2500. Is that enough?"

Lin Yi's words made Guo Zixing feel ashamed. It turned out that Lin had left himself room for profit, while Guo had foolishly hoped to take advantage of the situation and gain a bigger advantage.