Rebirth 98, the rise started from ripping off Microsoft

Chapter 484

After Yan Detai attended the party in New York, he brought his exhibited works non-stop, and couldn't wait to fly back to Zhonghai City by plane.

At the Zhonghai Airport, Fang Zengxian, chairman of the Zhonghai Artists Association, and Zhu Guorong, the vice chairman and secretary-general, came to greet them in person, and their attitude was even more respectful.

"Old Yan! Ms. Zhu, long time no see."

At the international arrival gate, Fang Zengxian saw Yan Detai and Zhu Zhaoshun coming out, and immediately went up to meet them, and took the suitcases of Yan Detai and Zhu Zhaoshun with Zhu Guorong, one on the left and one on the right.

Yan Detai said cheerfully: "Zengxian, the association has developed fairly well in recent years, right?"

Fang Zengxian said with a smile: "That's right, our team is getting stronger and stronger. After all, the economy is active, and people's spiritual and cultural needs have also increased. Now we have to curate many times every year. Isn't it the end of the year? It just so happens that there is a joint exhibition here, thinking that you, Mr. Yan, have not given us a class for a long time, so I am bold enough to invite you to come back and participate."

A picture of his work being hung in the most prominent position for the audience to appreciate appeared in Yan Detai's mind, and he smiled from ear to ear: "It is necessary to communicate more."

Fang Zengxian said: "Mr. Yan, Ms. Zhu, let's go. I have prepared a banquet for the two of you at the Tanchun Tower, and invited a few old guys in the circle. Everyone misses you very much. Take this opportunity, everyone Let’s have a good chat, we also want to know about the international art trend.”

Fang Zengxian and Zhu Guorong invited Yan Detai and Zhu Zhaoshun into the car and drove all the way to Tanchun Building.

Tanchunlou is an antique restaurant with very cultural characteristics. The carved beams and painted buildings inside are very exquisite, imitating the layout of teahouses and restaurants in ancient times. Cultural people in Zhonghai like to use this place as a place for communication and often get together to create art. aspects of the topic.

In a box on the second floor of Tanchun Building, several people were already sitting: Wang Jieyin, Lu Fusheng, Liu Danzhai, Zhang Leiping, Wang Dawei, Qiu Ruimin, Zheng Xinyao, Shi Dawei...

They are all old acquaintances and old faces.

As soon as Yan Detai came in, everyone stood up at the same time and called out respectfully: "Old Yan, Ms. Zhu."

Regardless of his family background or his achievements in art, Yan Detai is the predecessor and leader of these people present.If he hadn't lived overseas, Fang Zengxian would not have been the chairman of this association.

Although Yan Detai is seventy years old, his eyes are still piercing.His eyes swept over the people in front of him, and many long-lost memories gradually came to his mind.

Many of them were playmates and painting friends back then, and now they are all senior members of the Association of Calligraphers and Painters.

"Hi everyone, long time no see."

Yan Detai greeted everyone.

Everyone surrounded Yan Detai and Zhu Zhaoshun and sat on the table, next to Fang Zengxian.

Fang Zengxian said to Zhu Guorong: "Guorong, everyone is here, tell the waiter to serve."

"Ok."

While serving the dishes, Yan Detai also chatted with everyone about his life abroad.

Listening to Yan Detai talking about advanced technology, freedom of speech, and a strong artistic atmosphere outside, everyone had yearning expressions on their faces, and they inevitably complained about the domestic environment and atmosphere.

After a while, when the food was served, everyone toasted Yan Detai, especially Fang Zengxian.Everyone pushed cups and changed cups, it was so lively.

During the dinner, taking advantage of going to the bathroom together, Zhu Zhaoshun asked Yan Detai suspiciously: "Why is this Fang Zengxian so enthusiastic today? I remember that he didn't get early without profit?"

Yan Detai said: "I don't know either, let's have a look first."

Back in the box, Fang Zengxian complimented him again: "Old Yan, our Yan family has produced many capable ancestors, and the family tradition is like spring rain, moistening things silently, which is really admirable."

Although Yan Detai has always followed the ancestral precepts and often donated money to charity, Fang Zengxian couldn't bear to be praised so much, and said, "It's just small things everywhere, not worth mentioning."

Seeing that the atmosphere was getting better, Fang Zengxian said, "Mr. Yan, today I want to introduce a young man to you. He is also very interested in art."

Yan Detai did not doubt him, and said with a smile: "Oh? Young people are just interested in art, that's a good thing."

Art needs to be inherited and developed, so there must be a steady stream of fresh blood, young people who are interested in art join in.

Yan Detai thought that Fang Zengxian was going to introduce his junior and let him support him.

This is very common in art circles.

Asking a teacher, or finding a relative, is for that name.

In the art circle, fame is very important.

Immediately afterwards, Zhu Guorong invited Lu Yiming in.

Yan Detai was about to ask which junior this was, who was so handsome, when Fang Zengxian called enthusiastically, "Mr. Lu, please sit down."

He even gave up his position.

This surprised Yan Detai.

Lu Yiming looked very polite, shook hands with Fang Zengxian with a smile, and said enthusiastically, "Chairman Fang, you are welcome."

Afterwards, he introduced himself and said: "Hello everyone, I am Lu Yiming, an art lover. I am very happy to meet all the masters today. Today everyone's consumption here is mine, and Moutai will take care of it."

Artists, more or less, like to drink, but many art people are relatively poor, so when they heard the words Moutai Guan Enough, many people's eyes shone, and Lu Yiming's first Very good first impression.

Yan Detai has been harassed by Wu Zhijie too many times recently, and even the bad impression of the name Lu Yiming is deeply ingrained in his mind.

Seeing that the person in front of him is also called Lu Yiming, he blurted out: "You are Lu Yiming? The richest man in the Mainland?"

To be honest, Yan Detai was shocked.

As the saying goes, don't bully young people into poverty.

But the young man in front of him was not only not poor, he was actually the richest man, which made the old wealthy man feel quite indescribable.

"What? The richest man?"

Many people present didn't know Lu Yiming because they didn't pay attention to finance. After all, how could those who are engaged in art be tainted with money?

At this time, seeing Yan Detai point out Lu Yiming's identity, they all looked at Lu Yiming in shock.

No wonder you dare to say that Moutai is in charge, it turns out to be the richest man.

That's fine.

But Yan Detai didn't care about other people's face for Lu Yiming. After all, half of his feet were buried in the ground, and the Yan family was not short of money, so he couldn't afford to curry favor with Lu Yiming, so he didn't give him a good face, and said bluntly: "If you want to buy the Yan family's ancestral property, then you should not open your mouth."

what?
This person wants to buy the Yan family's ancestral property?

Those present who didn't know were shocked.

Facing the eyes of everyone, Lu Yiming did not hesitate at all.He knows very well that in order to negotiate some business, it is not only about profit and money, but also about strategy. For some people, you have to do what you like.

So he immediately smiled and explained: "Old Yan misunderstood, I came here today to ask you for watercolor painting, and make friends by the way."

Fang Zengxian also spoke for Lu Yiming on the sidelines, saying, "Mr. Yan, you don't know that Mr. Lu is very generous. Not only did he directly donate 100 million to our association, he also fully sponsored this event."

When Yan Detai heard the words, he couldn't express his anger immediately. He couldn't scold Lu Yiming for donating money to the Zhonghai Art Association, could he?

Even if Lu Yiming had ulterior motives, the money he donated was real after all. As a member of the China Overseas Art Association, he could only hold his nose and endure it now.

He remembered what Zhu Zhaoshun said just now, and immediately understood.

Sure enough, there is no benefit if you don't get up early, if something goes wrong, there must be a demon!
Although he can't scold Lu Yiming in front of everyone now, Yan Detai still didn't give Lu Yiming a good look, and hummed softly: "Do you know watercolor painting?"

The implication is, don't try to get close to me in the name of watercolor painting, I won't accept that!
However, Lu Yiming had expected such a situation.

Before coming here, he had done a lot of homework, and when he was young, his family was considered rich, and he also attended interest classes in elementary school.Now check the leaks and make up for the gaps, and it's almost the same.

I saw him smile slightly, and began to talk freely. Not only did he know all about the past and present of watercolor painting, but he even put forward a lot of new insights on techniques. The experience of surfing and blowing water is nonsense.

Yan Detai, who was still prejudiced against Lu Yiming in his heart, stopped keeping a straight face after a few words, but was a little surprised: "I didn't expect that you really know watercolor painting, but there are quite a few of them. Cognitive errors, limitations still exist..."

Then, as an insider, he asked Lu Yiming a few words.

Lu Yiming, who had intended to make friends with him, naturally followed suit at this time, and said modestly: "I'm just a layman, but appreciating beauty is part of human nature, so I also have the right to pursue beautiful things, Mr. Yan, are you right?" ?”

Yan Detai nodded with satisfaction: "Yes, this is also my original intention of creating watercolor paintings. I want to record the beautiful scenes I have seen in my life with the pen in my hand. The essence of painting is the artist's expression of beauty , so it is called art.”

In fact, what Lu Yiming said was already different from what Yan Detai said, but the two of them, one old and one young, could chat for a while on the common topic of art.

Seeing that Yan Detai fell into the pit, Lu Yiming immediately smiled and said: "Old Yan is indeed an artist with aspirations, but I can't do it anymore. Although I love art, I am just a businessman who smells like copper. But in my opinion, If art wants to develop, it will not work without commercial promotion, after all, artists also have to eat.”

Yan Detai seemed to have sensed something was wrong, and the expression on his face froze immediately, and he asked, "What do you mean by that?"

Lu Yiming quickly explained: "Mr. Yan, don't get me wrong, I didn't mean to insinuate. Actually, before I met you, I organized a million-dollar artist competition myself. Judging from the current situation, the effect is very good."

Fang Zengxian also chimed in and said, "Yes, Mr. Yan, you probably didn't know about it when you were abroad. At the end of last year, Mr. Lu invited painters from all over the country to participate in the competition. The momentum was simply a grand event about art. Ah. The final winner can get a bonus of 100 million, which is 100 million! During this process, a lot of outstanding talents have emerged."

At that moment, Fang Zengxian told Yan Detai about Lu Yiming's "Million Painters" event from beginning to end, and he was amazed.

Lu Yiming said: "Art is elegant, but economy is the foundation. Which era of cultural prosperity in history did not have a highly developed economy? So I don't think the two are in conflict, and there is no need to put them on opposite sides. Then It’s definitely putting the cart before the horse.”

Yan Detai thought about it carefully, and it was indeed the case. If he couldn't even fill his stomach, who would have the heart to engage in art?
"Well, your idea is quite novel."

Lu Yiming also understands the principle of accepting as soon as he sees a deal, if he brags at this time, it will be over.He immediately said: "In fact, I mainly want to promote my own products. Although they are sold to children, they are indeed related to art. I also brought two juniors over today. I hope you can give me some pointers, Mr. Yan." They. The two of them have professional backgrounds."

Afterwards, Lu Yiming called Xin Yongsheng and He Zizhe in.

The two people who went to Baiyun to participate in the million-dollar artist competition have now become Lu Yiming's ace painters. The works they created, through the blind box draw mode, have fascinated many elementary school and junior high school students.

"These two are the champion and runner-up of "Million Painters". They also brought their respective works to Mr. Yan today. Please comment on Mr. Yan."

Lu Yiming said to Xin Yongsheng and He Zizhe: "This old Mr. Yan is a leading figure in the art circle. If you can get Mr. Yan's guidance, your two career paths will be considered complete."

When Yan Detai saw Lu Yiming praise him so desperately, he immediately felt very comfortable, and said cheerfully, "Look at what you said..."

The two were also very sensible. He Zizhe poured himself a glass of wine and said to Yan Detai, "Mr. Yan, I would like to toast you."

Xin Yongsheng quickly imitated the example: "Mr. Yan, I also offer you a toast."

Yan Detai drank a glass of wine, and then said: "Take out your work for everyone to appreciate."

Yan Detai, who is highly respected, also likes to support the younger generation. After all, there is a group training in the Yan family's ancestral hall, and it is even more important to support the younger generation.

"Ok."

The two took out their works, and the artists present commented on their works.

After some conversation, Yan Detai found that both Xin Yongsheng and He Zizhe had talents and ideas in creation, so he felt even happier.

After the banquet, Yan Detai was drunk on the way back to the hotel.

Zhu Zhaoshun complained, "I just came back from the plane today, why did I drink so much?"

Yan Detai hiccupped and said, "I am happy today, so I drank a few more glasses, and I must pay attention next time."

Zhu Zhaoshun rolled his eyes, and joked, "Weren't you still very angry at the beginning? The posture of wanting to ask the teacher to blame, why did it suddenly change now?"

Yan Detai was a little embarrassed, and said: "It's rare to have a friend who has a common topic, I can't keep a straight face, can I?"

Zhu Zhaoshun asked, "Then what do you think of Lu Yiming?"

Recalling the conversation just now, Yan Detai couldn't help sighing, feeling a little admiring: "This young man is really amazing, and he is quite experienced in dealing with people. No wonder he can earn this family business at a young age."

Doing business also requires talent.

However, the current younger generation of Yan's family is no longer as talented as their parents in the business field.

In fact, even Yan Detai himself is not a piece of business material.

If it weren't for Lu Yiming's previous request to buy the Yan family's ancestral property, Yan Detai actually didn't want to have a bad relationship with such a young rich man. Now that the relationship can be eased, he is also secretly relieved.

On the other hand, just after contacting Yan Detai, Lu Yiming returned to school.

He didn't rush to buy Yan's garden right away, because he knew that it would be counterproductive to act too hastily now.

Two days later, Su Yunjin, who was far away in the United States, called to ask about this matter.

She already knew about Yan Detai returning to China and having dinner with Lu Yiming.

Afraid that Lu Yiming would offend Mr. Yan, Su Yunjin immediately asked nervously: "Xiao Ming, did you have dinner with Mr. Yan, did you have any unpleasant things happen?"

Lu Yiming smiled and said, "Aunt Su, don't you feel relieved when I do things? If you don't believe me, you can call and ask Mr. Yan, can we talk for hours at the wine table? It’s all over the years.”

Su Yunjin was amused by Lu Yiming's words and giggled: "You, you, after all, you are still thinking about the ancestral property of the Yan family. Forget it, as long as nothing happens."

"Don't worry, Aunt Su, I have adopted a roundabout strategy this time. I will make friends with Mr. Yan first, and then discuss business. It will definitely save everyone's face."

Naturally, Lu Yiming didn't intend to give up just like that. He just bought the Yan family's ancestral property, not the Yan family's ancestral grave.

The 21st century is coming soon, and it is a new era. Where is there any ancestral property that cannot be sold?

Yan Detai now looks like he has nothing to talk about, it's just that he can't save face, otherwise, in the original history, he would not have sold Yan's garden ten years later.

Seeing that Lu Yiming said that it was Yan's garden, Su Yunjin also knew that Lu Yiming was determined to buy it, and no one could stop him.Since Lu Yiming has repeatedly promised that there will be no conflicts, Su Yunjin can't control it too much - after all, Lu Yiming is only Shi Qingxue's boyfriend now, and the two are not married, and Su Yunjin has no position and qualifications to teach Lu Yiming a lesson.

"That's fine, as long as you can control yourself. Take good care of Xiaoxue in China, we will go back after a while."

"Auntie, don't worry, I will definitely raise Xiaoxue to be fat and white."

"Well, Auntie believes in you."

After hanging up the phone, Lu Yiming began to think about further actions.

There is no doubt that at least Yan Detai's impression of him has been greatly changed now, and he only needs to work harder to start talking about business.

In fact, it might be possible to wait a few years, anyway, Yan Detai is going to put this Yan family garden up for auction in the future.

But Lu Yiming didn't want to wait so long. In addition to avoiding bargaining with Boss Chen and saving some costs, the key was that Lu Yiming wanted to move out now.

Isn't it the New Year soon?Wouldn't it be great to finalize this matter before New Year's Day, and then send the engineering team directly to renovate and renovate, so that we can live in it after returning to school for the New Year?

This is an old bungalow.

Lu Yiming only saw it in those anti-Japanese war movies. After entering the door, there is a four- to five-meter-tall ceiling with a crystal chandelier. In the center is a spiral staircase leading to the second floor. There are small balconies everywhere, with wooden floors. That style, Didn't it pull up all at once?
This is the house the richest man should live in.

It’s fine if you don’t dare to think about it when you have no money. Now that you have this condition, of course you can do whatever you want.

(End of this chapter)