Jianbao life

Chapter 35 Wu Ke's Tuition Fee

Although this amphora looks very exquisite and full of authenticity, Chu Chen was still meticulous when appraising it. He still observed its bottom model first, and saw the six alums "Made in the Qianlong Year of the Qing Dynasty" on the bottom of the bottle. The inscription in red seal script is very neat and powerful, and it can be seen at a glance that it is a typical feature of official kilns.

Then look at its tire, which is delicate and clean. Since the tire quality of the Qianlong period gradually became rough in the later period, it can be seen that this amphora should be a work in the early and middle period of Qianlong.

The fetus is the bone, and the glaze is the clothing. If you look at the fetus, you must also look at the glaze. This amphora has a firm glaze surface, as smooth as fat and jade, smooth and flawless. It can be said to be a boutique among colored bottles.

In the end, Chu Chen looked at the overall shape and the characteristics of patterns and decorations. He used six words to describe it: dignified, neat, exquisite, gorgeous in style, spared no expense, natural in paste, and in good condition. From these points of view, this should be Qianlong's An early fine workmanship, very valuable for collection.

Before buying antiques, it is most taboo to be surprised during the appraisal. The seller can be said to be eyeing your performance before asking the price. If you show that you like it, the price will undoubtedly rise.

After appreciating the amphora carefully, Chu Chen's expression remained calm, and the admiration in his heart was not revealed at all. He put away his gloves and magnifying glass, and looked at it leisurely. Mr Wang said:
"Mr. Wang, I still like your amphora, but I don't know how much you want."

This tone undoubtedly gave Mr. Wang a feeling that if the price he offered was too high, the transaction might not be completed, so he pondered for a while before saying:

"Mr. Chu, if I hadn't been in a hurry to spend money, I would definitely not have sold this amphora. I'll make a real price, 55, how about it?"

Chu Chen thought to himself, it's right if you are anxious, and you are not anxious about how I can lower the price, so he smiled lightly and said:

"I don't know if Mr. Wang knows. During the spring auction this year, an amphora similar to this one was also auctioned. Do you know the final price of that one?"

At this point, he paused before continuing: "66! Just think about it, there are commissions and personal income tax fees for going to the auction, it's only 66, and it takes time to go to the auction , what do you say?"

"This……"

When Mr. Wang heard that this happened, he was a little at a loss. He didn't doubt the truth of what Chu Chen said, because lying about this kind of thing would smash the signboard. There was a hint of sadness, and even fine sweat broke out on his forehead, which showed the anxiety and worry in his heart.

Mr. Wang thought about it for a while, maybe he really needed the money urgently, or some other circumstances, he gritted his teeth and said to Chu Chen:
"Mr. Chu, 50, if you want it, let's trade it right away, and I'm leaving right away. If I don't want it, I'll go find someone else."

Chu Chen thought, this Mr. Wang should not be very familiar with antiques.Otherwise, I would not know that even if the price of antiques is only a few months apart, there will be considerable changes. If an amphora of such a quality goes to auction again, the possibility of exceeding 66 can be said to be very small. of.

Chu Chen didn't hesitate to agree, and Mr. Wang might change his decision in that case, so he thought for a while before he agreed with a smile:
"Since you are in such a hurry, Mr. Wang, I'll buy it. We can sign the agreement now."

Hearing Chu Chen agree, Mr. Wang also breathed a sigh of relief, and then the two parties made a simple agreement, with Uncle Wu as the witness of the agreement.After the agreement was signed, they went to the bank to transfer the money together, and then said goodbye to each other.

Seeing Mr. Wang leaving in a hurry, Uncle Wu happily patted Chu Chen on the shoulder and said:
"Okay, now you have a way of doing business. With the current market, you can't get such a beautiful carmine without 60 yuan. This time, you have made a fortune."

But Chu Chen shook his head and said, "Uncle Wu, it's also because that Mr. Wang was too eager to make a move, otherwise I wouldn't be able to get the money, and I don't intend to make money from this amphora."

"Oh! Seriously, I haven't asked who you pulled the fiber for, and where did you get the 50? I know that you paid rent and bought a computer a while ago, and the money you missed before is also Not enough for 50."

Hearing Uncle Wu mention this matter, Chu Chen felt a little embarrassed. He hadn't mentioned what happened to Uncle Wu in the past two days, so the two talked while walking, and when they returned to Uncle Wu's shop, Chu Chen Only then did I briefly explain to Uncle Wu what happened in the past two days.

After Uncle Wu finished listening, the expression on his face was quite exciting. He didn't expect Chu Chen's experience in just a few days to be so unimaginable.In just a few days, a millionaire was born so easily, which made Uncle Wu feel a sense of vicissitudes. After digesting such surprising news, he jokingly said to Chu Chen:
"Xiaochen, you didn't tell me such a good thing, are you afraid that I will ask you to borrow money?"

When Chu Chen heard Uncle Wu talk about borrowing money, he remembered that it was almost time to go to England for vacation, which meant that Wu Ke's next semester's fee would be paid soon. , are the times when Uncle Wu is most troubled.

Although the antique business seems to make a lot of money, the business is often unstable. Sometimes it earns a lot, and sometimes it earns a little. Otherwise, there would be no such old saying that it takes half a year to open. Although Uncle Wu has opened an antique shop for nearly 20 years, He also earned a lot of money, but Wu Ke also had a lot of tuition and living expenses.

Almost all of Uncle Wu's savings over the years has been spent on Wu Ke. Although she usually does part-time jobs abroad, it is a drop in the bucket after all.Besides, Uncle Wu didn't really want Wu Ke to work part-time. He always told her that her studies were the most important thing, and told her that as long as you finish your studies early and return to your country, you can save more money than you can get by working part-time.

Wu Ke was right in his calculations. If he skipped one level, he could save at least more than 20 yuan. If he relied on part-time jobs, he would have to work hard to earn such a sum, and that’s not counting the impact of his studies.

So she devoted all her energy to her studies. She was already smart. Although it was a bit difficult for her to skip a grade, she could still complete it with a bit of hard work.Last year, she finally achieved this goal, so that the five-year continuous undergraduate and master's degree can be completed by next year.

Even so, Uncle Wu was still a little nervous about the tuition fees for the last year, so he could only find a way to borrow money.

Thinking of this, Chu Chen felt a little ashamed. Uncle Wu was always so kind to him, but when he needed help, he didn't think of it at all.

"No, I'm just too busy these days, and I don't have time to come to Uncle Wu, and I can't explain such things clearly on the phone. Don't bother, Uncle Wu, just leave Xiaoke's tuition to me Anyway, I have so much money now, I won’t be able to use it for a while.”

Hearing what Chu Chen said, Uncle Wu said with some relief: "Uncle Wu has not loved you for nothing for so many years, but how can Uncle Wu ask for your money? Besides, you have reached the age of starting a family and starting a business. Do you also want to consider living in the capital?" Have you bought a house?"

"Uncle Wu, I'm only 21 years old, okay? How can I reach the age to start a family? Besides, even if I want to buy a house, how can I spend more than 100 million yuan? I don't plan to buy a courtyard house. Besides, I will buy a courtyard house with my little money. I can’t afford it either. Well, don’t talk about it, Uncle Wu, I will be responsible for Xiao Ke’s tuition, and I’m in a hurry!”

Hearing Chu Chen's resolute tone, and seeing him acting like I'm not going to give up if you don't agree, Uncle Wu had no choice but to agree, and jokingly said, "Okay, can't I promise? But Uncle Wu has no money." Pay it back to you, then you can ask Xiao Ke for it, if she doesn't pay it back, she will mortgage herself to you."

Hearing Uncle Wu's words, Chu Chen said with a bitter face: "Uncle Wu, please forgive me. This money should be considered as my support for Xiao Ke's studies, so she doesn't want to pay it back."

In fact, the money was settled, which made Uncle Wu feel relieved. Although he sold some antiques, he didn't need to borrow much money. It's the best way to save face in front of others. Whether it's asking him or his family to borrow money, it's really embarrassing.

Nothing to worry about, is the portrayal of Uncle Wu now. He wanted to laugh when he saw Chu Chen's frowning face, but the more he looked at him, the more pleasing he was in his heart, and he wanted Chu Chen to be his son-in-law from the bottom of his heart. This kind of thing can't be forced, it can only depend on the two people's own wishes.

Then, Uncle Wu looked at the amphora on the table, turned his head and said to Chu Chen, "You said just now that Mr. Zhao asked you to find this amphora? You are not afraid that Uncle Zhao will blame you for robbing him." Business."

Chu Chen laughed and said: "Uncle Zhao can't blame me for this matter, and I think Mr. Zhao should take this opportunity to test me. From now on, I should replace Mr. Dong's work, such as this kind of stretching work. , I guess it’s still for Uncle Zhao to take care of it, after all, he has far more channels than me.”

Having said that, he asked another question: "By the way, Uncle Wu, do you know that Mr. Zhao is so dissatisfied with Mr. Dong?"

"Well, I know a little bit about it."

Uncle Wu frowned and replied: "It is said that Old Dong joined a newly opened auction house. Recently, there are some people who don't see the tail of the dragon and often don't see him. It's probably because Mr. Zhao asked him for help several times, but he didn't agree. , That's why I'm annoyed, and only the two of them know the specific situation."

Then he smiled and said: "This matter is also a good thing for you. From now on, if you stay by his side, seeing the scene is one aspect, and you must step up the accumulation of knowledge. When the time comes, don't be blinded when you appraise it. Then you I can lose my face to grandma's house."

"For this amphora, it doesn't really matter whether you increase the price or not. Even if you don't increase the price at that time, Mr. Zhao will not let you suffer. The specific situation is up to you to judge."

(End of this chapter)