Rebirth: Slice-of-life Cultivation-Chapter 1621 - 885: Scam 1 Swipe 2
Yao Yiyao sighed inwardly, thinking: ’Fine, it’s actually not mature at all.’
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Tongtong and Chuchu were cooking in the kitchen, while Jiang Ning had nothing to do, so he moved his small tea table to the door.
Generally speaking, his hands-off approach could easily attract criticism from those cooking, potentially causing family tension, but Tongtong couldn’t wait for him to leave; it allowed her to sneak a few pieces of ribs.
The sunshine was warm, with a cup of tea and a plate of pistachios, enjoying the rural scenery was indeed a rare pleasure.
"This stove looks pretty good." Yao Yiyao remarked after a glance. It was a charcoal-burning stove, very exquisite and compact on the outside, with elegant calligraphy painted on it, much better than the somewhat outdated teapot on it.
Jiang Ning: "Nice looking, right? Got it on Taobao for 79, including shipping."
As for the teapot that looked old in Yao Yiyao’s eyes, it was a gift from Ding Shuyan, rumored to be the work of a certain master, worth a fortune.
But well, money aside, Jiang Ning mainly valued the sentiment attached to it.
He appreciated Ding Shuyan’s regard for him.
No matter what master created it, Jiang Ning used it to brew milk tea, with tea leaves grown from Hu Qi Mountain, paired with mountain spring water, and milk from air-transported cows, resulting in a fragrance that filled the air.
Soon, Yao Yiyao didn’t have time to talk; she was afraid that if she opened her mouth, salivation would ensue.
At that moment, a black Audi A6 slowly stopped from the west, and a few men got out of the car. The leading middle-aged man was glossy-faced, wearing an Ancestor Bird down jacket that failed to conceal his substantial belly.
He said to a lean middle-aged man beside him: "Please, Han Ju!"
Han Ju was nearly 1.8 meters tall, with slightly curly hair and deep-set eyes, unlike common features.
Han Ju squeezed out a smile: "Director Li, you said his house’s signature dish is good. If it doesn’t taste right, you’ll owe me several more drinks!"
Director Li’s slick face immediately showed satisfaction: "Han Ju, I understand your taste, no big fish or meat; this place is famous for a mushroom dish that, once tasted, you’ll never forget!"
Director Li was in the power system, but beside him, Han Ju was a genuine city bureau leader. Recently, Yuzhou, supported by Evergreen Liquid, was ambitiously planning to build a regional central city strategic cooperation.
There was another middle-aged man in a suit following them, evidently half a step behind since most companies didn’t possess core technology like Evergreen Liquid and could only thrive by aligning with policies, thus holding an average status.
As they chatted, they walked ahead and, before reaching the Xue Family’s door, instantly smelled a dense tea fragrance. Han Ju’s eyes flashed, focusing on Jiang Ning, who was drinking tea at the door.
Director Li also glanced over and was visibly taken aback, quickly asking: "Yao Yao?"
Yao Yiyao had already noticed him. That person was Li Han’s father, a very greasy man with an uncomfortable gaze, but he was very shrewd and powerful, having been a subordinate of her grandfather and later held a position higher than him.
Yao Yiyao’s attitude was lukewarm: "Hello, Uncle Li."
Uncle Li squinted, examining Jiang Ning next to Yao Yiyao, questioning silently: ’Could it be that Yao Yao is dating someone?’
He didn’t mention anything outwardly.
Yet Han Ju, getting closer, observed the purple clay teapot on the teapot stand, repeatedly astonished: ’It looks, it looks so much alike!’
His lifelong passions were vegetarianism and collecting teaware, showcasing them whenever honored guests visited.
Until he met that woman, Lin Han, the general manager of Ancheng Forest Group’s investment in Yuzhou, who equally enjoyed collecting teaware, owning pieces like Longquan celadon tea sets, garnering significant fame in An City.
Once as a guest at his home, she helped appraise his teaware, after observing in silence, she left without a word.
Since then, Han Ju bragged externally about his collection, asserting that Lin Han had seen it and was left speechless!
Therefore, Han Ju became increasingly confident in his taste.
The teapot before him was, unsurprisingly, a work by Master Gu, one of the Seven Old Masters of Zisha!
That was Master Gu’s work! Renowned for being an unmatched antiquarian in the reproduction of ancient kettles, who lived meticulously, would reject many keen to apprentice under him, only accepting those meeting his standards, with such strict criteria and equally stringent craftsmanship!
Han Ju examined it closely, discovering the purple clay teapotwas delicate and graceful, with natural curves and seamless connections, akin to being naturally formed, with genuinely pleasing charm!
’Genuine, definitely genuine!’ Han Ju’s index finger twitched in delight.
Next to him, Director Li was a shrewd individual. Having climbed from a small position to leadership, his IQ and EQ were undoubtedly outstanding.
He understood Han Ju’s admiration was for the purple clay teapot before him.
Solving a superior’s problem was Director Li’s forte, so he said with a smile: "The tea stove is quite nice, rich in classic appeal. Young man, you have a keen eye!"
Yao Yiyao was somewhat baffled, unsure of Uncle Li’s intentions, unable to decipher them.
It was known that her father, an old hand on the construction site, used to be toyed with like a dog by Uncle Li.
Jiang Ning chuckled: "I found this teapot stand at the bird and flower market for over two thousand!"
Director Li was startled, was this young guy living in a shabby bungalow really this well off?
Over two thousand for a teapot stand!
Yet he continued smiling affably, wearing a peaceful demeanor: "You have taste indeed, certainly worth two thousand!"
Yao Yiyao was a bit stunned: ’Didn’t Jiang Ning just say he got it on Taobao for 79, including shipping?’
Director Li stated: "If you could spend so much on a small stove, you must be a tea enthusiast, haha!"
He didn’t rush, steadily lingering on the spot for a chat.
After chatting for quite a while, Director Li praised Jiang Ning to be of exceptional potential, bound to achieve great things in the future, before abruptly changing the subject, suggesting:
"Young man, honestly, I like your tea stove too. I wonder if you’d part with it, name your price?"
Jiang Ning blurted: "Five thousand."
Director Li’s face bore an expression of pain, "I’m losing out, losing out!"
Jiang Ning: "I barely found it, and there’s no second one."
After some bargaining, Jiang Ning received 4000 yuan via WeChat.
Yao Yiyao found it hard to believe: ’What, a 79-yuan teapot stand sold for 4000?’
And sold it to the cunning Uncle Li, unbelievable!
After receiving the teapot stand, Director Li casually remarked: "Your teapot seems to match well, sigh, I sure lost out today, why not gift me the teapot, it’ll go well together."
Upon hearing this, Han Ju was greatly delighted, thinking highly of Xiao Li for handling affairs so adeptly!
He could already imagine showcasing the purple clay teapot to guests.
Yet Jiang Ning slowly countered: "How could that be? My teapot is a work by Master Gu, worth quite a lot!"
With those words, Director Li was left dumbfounded, and Han Ju was equally stupefied.
After a pause, Director Li asked incredulously: "You know the teapot is an antique?"
Jiang Ning, naturally: "Of course, or why would my teapot stand sell for such a high price?"
Director Li originally thought Jiang Ning was just a young man, easy to deceive, planning to trick him out of his good stuff and then curry favor with Han Ju, without any guilt, thinking, does this kid deserve it?
Who would’ve thought! Having outwitted competitors for a lifetime, now his eyesight had failed him!
"Give the money back, refund!" 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎
Director Li truly pained, rolling up his sleeves, glaring angrily, instantly displaying the leadership aura—such was the authority’s deterrence!
Jiang Ning said coldly: "Transactions based on mutual consent, if you want to backtrack, I’ll have no choice but to bring out my little dog."
Director Li chuckled, releasing the dogs, is it? This young guy is quite amusing!
"Xiao Ben." Jiang Ning called out.
In an instant, Xiao Ben emerged from Butcher Zhang’s next door.
Director Li stared at the massive, fierce Black Back Wolf Dog before him, eyes widened in disbelief; are you telling me this is a little dog?
