Finest Servant

Su Mubai took a few steps back, his face turned pale: I, I didn't lie!

Xu Wei shook his head and sighed: Su Zhuangyuan, the old man has been in the company of this poem and painting all his life. Whoever painted it, and in what year, the old man will be inseparable at a glance. This portrait of the Virgin of the White Lotus has neat brushwork. The handwriting is delicate, and the painter is quite good. It’s a pity that people have Jiazi, trees have growth rings, and paintings also have years, so fakes are not allowed.”

Xu Wei was everyone, and when everyone heard his words, they were immediately interested. The old emperor couldn't help but say, Xu Qing, you said this painting will not last more than a year, why do you see it?

Xu Wei nodded and said with a smile: To judge the age of a painting, in addition to examining the characters' clothing, demeanor, and background scenery, the canvas, scrolls, and the degree of drying and fineness of the brush and ink are also the basis for judgment. It is difficult to fake a few points, and it is also the most important for identifying fake paintings.

Xu Wei smiled slightly and kept his mouth shut. Everyone couldn't help listening to him adjusting their appetite. Even Li Tai said, Brother Xu, don't be rude, and explain it to me soon.

Xu Wei glanced at Su Mubai and said with a sneer: Su Zhuangyuan, you are the first name of Enke, and you have a lot of knowledge. Haven't you heard of these principles?

Students don't know. Su Mubai's legs were weak, and she forced herself to say.

Xu Wei laughed and said: The old man will come to teach you a trick, how to identify the picture scroll, I hope you don't make the same mistake in the future. The clothes, demeanor and background of the characters in this painting are all very well matched. If you can't see the clue, the problem is Out of this ink and canvas.

Ink and canvas? Everyone looked at the painting again. The brush and ink are natural, the canvas is old, and there is nothing wrong with it.

Xu Wei took a few steps and said loudly: Every good painting has good ink. This is an unbreakable truth, and this painting is no exception. Judging from this painting, the ink used is very precious, it should be from Anhui Province. Jixidi Xiuning School Hui ink, called Longxiangji. This ink is like lacquer on paper, black in color, durable for a long time, and smooth in texture. ... In general, less than three hundred years. There will be no grains and streaks.

Xu Wei woke up the dreamer with a word, and some smart people had already guessed the meaning of his words, so they looked at the brush, but saw that the brush was smooth, and there was nothing wrong with it.

Xu Wei smiled and said: Good ink is good ink. Even if there are grainy streaks, it is not so easy to see. You need to touch it with your hands to feel it. Please comment on it!

The eunuch presented the portrait, and the old emperor stroked the stripes between his clothes. Nodding: Sure enough, the particles are dull and uneven.

The old minister dares to ask the emperor to touch the original work of the ancestors again. The same Xiuning school Huimo, ask the emperor to examine the difference.

The emperor touched the holy relic lightly. Surprise on his face: Although the pen and ink of the Holy Ancestor has been used for a hundred years, there is no sense of suddenness, and it is as smooth as before. Xu Qing, the same pen and ink have different effects. What is going on?

This is the characteristic of good ink. Xu Wei said with a slight smile: Celebrities calligraphy and painting, their handwriting and artistic conception can be imitated vividly. Only this good ink is not used by everyone. The old minister has just said, the superior If you say that the White Lotus Virgin was born three hundred years ago, not only is she old, I am afraid that even Su Zhuangyuan himself will not believe it.

The emperor's interest greatly increased. Laughing: Then how to explain the grain stripes?

This is the key to identifying the age of a painting. Xu Wei nodded and said, Any new painting should be pretended to be a fake ancient painting.

In order to increase the old-fashioned sense of pen and ink. Without exception, it is necessary to dry and dry things, in order to make the fake real. We all know that ink is made from pine wood, and it is very difficult to produce particles of this fine ink in less than three hundred years. Only after baking, due to uneven heating, there will be grain stripes that are raised and extremely irregular. This is where the stripes and grains are only touched by the emperor. Judging from the particle distribution and feel of this painting, although the brush and ink seem to be old, the texture of the concave and convex particles is still new, and it should have been completed and baked within the past year.

Everyone let out a long sigh. What kind of character is Xu Wei? He is the ancestor of painting, and what he said is a thousand times more credible than that of Su Mubai.

Sure enough! The old emperor nodded and sighed: Then how do you judge it from the canvas?

I'll ask Brother Lin to explain this. Xu Wei smiled and said, I see that he is also an expert.

I'm an asshole, and Lin Wanrong is sweating profusely. Although he started with a three-page tabloid, he knows a thing or two about pen and ink, but how can he compare to everyone like Xu Wei? Seeing that everyone's eyes were on him, Lin Wanrong laughed dryly: Mr. Xu is too complimented. I don't know anything about Huimo, brother. When I look at this painting, I just look at the canvas. Everyone has painted before, you should know. , the smoothness of the silk cloth is very important, otherwise, it is very easy for the pen to slip.

This is easy to understand, everyone nodded, Lin Wanrong smiled and said: Everyone knows what I do, right? Currently I am still a civil servant in the Xiao family in Jinling Mansion, I take care of food, house and play, and the annual salary is several hundred taels. Everyone in the Xiao family must know that they sell cloth. Speaking of this cloth, I also learned some simple principles from my eldest lady, so I will share it with you. Brothers and Taiwan are all of you, so please feel free to touch them. Does this canvas feel curled and fluffy? My lord, you can touch it too, you have always wanted to touch it!

King Cheng's face was ashen, he snorted and ignored him. Everyone touched him, and sure enough, as Lin San said, the silk cloth was curled and fluffy. If he painted on such a canvas, even Xu Wei would not be able to guarantee that he would not use his brush.

It stands to reason that the Virgin of the White Lotus is also the hero of the party. The canvas used is naturally good, and the painter should not be too bad, but how could such a low-level mistake occur? The Virgin of the White Lotus has the same appearance as a fairy, why didn't you use the brush? Lin Wanrong walked slowly in the hall, talking to himself, as if asking others, but also asking himself.

Li Tai said dissatisfiedly, Lin San, how did you learn this trick from brother Xu Xian. Try your best to adjust your appetite. The emperor smiled and listened intently.

Actually, Mr. Xu has already said the truth. It is all about baking. Most of the things in the world expand and contract with heat, and this canvas is no exception. This painting is baked after it is completed, so the canvas It was curled and fluffy. In order to hide the traces, the person who processed the fakes straightened the canvas again. Unfortunately, it is easy to damage and difficult to build, and violates the laws of physics. How can it be so easy to restore? The original form will appear. On this canvas, no matter how good a painter is, he still has to use his brush.”

Everyone nodded in unison. Listening to Xu Wei and Lin San, it seems that the identification is very easy, why didn't I think of it?

Little Brother Lin, then how can you tell that this painting was completed within a year? Among the crowd, only Xu Wei was the most sober. After talking for a long time, Lin San could only judge that it was a fire-baked fake. Difficult to identify, he asked.

This is actually a secret. Can I not say it? Lin Wanrong was a little embarrassed, slightly embarrassed.

When the ministers listened to his popular science education, they were addicted. How could they promise him, they all looked at him with expectant eyes. The emperor smiled and said, Lin San. Do you have any secrets that even I want to hide?

Seeing this is a must, Lin Wanrong couldn't help laughing and laughing, so he had to say: Actually, this is a trademark secret, in the world, only Miss Xiao and I know it, and it becomes a well-known secret when it is made public today. already.

Trademark? What is a trademark? Even Xu Wei was surprised.

Simply put, it's actually an exclusive sign. It's unique, and counterfeiting must be investigated. Let's see here— Lin Wanrong opened the top corner of the canvas and showed it to everyone. Li Tai is the closest. Seeing that there were a few small characters that were almost invisible to the naked eye, he said softly, Yiyoudong fifteen Haijin. There is a circle on the back with a small character written in it. What does this mean?

This is the manufacturer's trademark and production batch label. Alas, it was originally used to prevent piracy and counterfeiting from other companies, but I didn't expect it to be made public today. Lin Wanrong sighed: Simply put, this canvas is produced by our Xiao family. -

King Cheng's face suddenly turned into a pig's liver. This was directed by him, but he didn't expect such a big oolong.

Everyone, look at the word Xiao written in this circle, this is the trademark of our Xiao family. Look at the words 'Yiyoudong 15 Haijin', this is the production date and label, which means that this piece of cloth is On the 15th day of the winter month of the Yiyou year, the last process was completed in the Jinling factory. Oh, it was the 15th day of the winter month last year. So, I not only know that this painting was completed within one year, but also that it was half a year. It’s done within. Alas, this big secret has been revealed to the public. Your Majesty, can I apply for a few taels of silver to compensate the Xiao family?”

This is simply an ancient anecdote, how did Lin San's brain grow? Everyone looked at each other and couldn't help laughing. This champion was so rude. He even purchased genuine raw materials for counterfeit and shoddy goods, and he didn't even know the production date when he was marked. This is really the most bizarre and funniest frame-up case ever. Li Tai and Xu Wei held back their laughter, their necks blushing.

Having been with Lin San for a long time, the old emperor has long been accustomed to his strange tricks, but this time, it was too bizarre and too funny. Although he was extremely forbearing, he couldn't help but blushed and his neck was thick with laughter. He turned his head hastily, so as not to lose his decency.

Little brother Lin, the old man is really convinced by you, and this can be done! Your wisdom is truly unparalleled. Xu Wei smiled with cramps on his face, and fell to the ground in admiration.

Generally average, the third in the country! Lin Wanrong said with a grin.

The emperor slammed on the table and said angrily, Su Mubai, you are plotting bad plans to frame a good minister, what else can you say?

Su Mubai's knees softened, and he had already collapsed to the ground. He kowtowed desperately and said, Your Majesty, spare your life, Wei Chen was confused for a while, and he was sincere—

Su Mubai, you are so courageous! In his rage, King Cheng kicked him in the face, Su Mubai rolled several times, blood was pouring from the corners of his mouth, and even his teeth fell out. Unable to speak. King Wang Gu has a lot of trust in you, and you actually colluded with this king's family to plot to frame me. It's an unforgivable sin. Your Majesty, such a deceitful person should never be allowed to keep him. My younger brother suggested that he immediately He takes him in the Heavenly Prison. He will be executed at any time.

The emperor glanced at him with a gloomy face, then looked at Su Mubai, who was lying on the ground kowtowing like garlic, shook his head and sighed: Su Mubai, you are a person who was cultivated by me, and the number one in the exam is also based on your real ability. There is no trace of selfishness. I wanted to nurture you well and become my great talent. I didn’t know you—what you did, really disappointed me.”

Su Mubai's face was covered in blood, his face was hideous, he screamed, knelt on the ground and kowtowed desperately. In the final analysis, he didn't have any deep hatred with this champion Su, just because of his inexplicable jealousy.

Xu Wei shook his head and sighed softly: The word jealousy kills people.

Put it down. The emperor looked old. Weakly waved: Hand over to the Department of Punishment for punishment, choose a day to report. The palace guards dragged Su Mubai out.

The emperor looked gloomy, glanced at the people in the hall, and said coldly: I will say it again. I will use it for the virtuous in my dynasty, and those who are jealous of the virtuous and frame the wrongs will all be punished with severe punishment. It will not be tolerated, everyone listens. Do you understand?

Thank you for your grace! The ministers hurriedly bowed and clasped their fists. Today's events ended with this, no one could have imagined. Su Mubai's generation is handsome. It's really a pity to fall into this. At the same time, it also fully proves a truth - it is better to provoke the King of Hell than to provoke Linsan.

Wang Cheng was extremely hot, and when he saw the situation was unfavorable, he immediately turned to Lin Wanrong, his face was sincere, and a few old tears were squeezed out of his eyes: Lin San, it was I who misbelieved and slandered. I have wronged you. This king is here, and I solemnly apologize to you. Please. Receive a bow from this king.

He bowed to the end, really bowed down. After he finished worshiping, Lin Wanrong held him back. He pretended to say: Oh, the lord gave such a big gift. My little brother is ashamed to be worthy of it. Some trivial things are all misunderstandings. It's nothing if you explain it clearly, why is it so grand.

I want it, I want it, it's not like this, I can't express my guilt. King Cheng said sincerely.

The old emperor nodded slightly, and snorted again: Where is the official minister?

Lord Ye was extremely honest today. Hearing the emperor's call, he shivered all over, and hurriedly got out of the line and knelt on the ground, not daring to say a word.

Ye Qing, you were disrespectful to the queen yesterday, but you came? The emperor closed his eyes slightly and said in a deep voice.

The sinner should die, the sinner should die, I don't know that it was the empress's phoenix driving, disturbing the empress, the sinner should die! Lord Ye trembled and kowtowed desperately.

The emperor said lightly: You are also an old official for many years. You are disrespectful, and you should be executed according to the law. I think you have been an official for many years, and you have no credit or hard work. I will not embarrass you.

Thank you, Your Majesty, Your Majesty

Ender. Master Ye was so grateful that he broke his head.

The emperor swept his eyes away and said solemnly: Three pavilions and six ministries, you can't be without a day, this person for the minister of officials- He glanced at the people in the hall, Lin Wanrong was shocked, don't choose me, Going to work at 5 o'clock every day, this kind of thing kills me and doesn't do anything, that's the good time when I hold Qing Xuan to sleep, and even thunder can't wake me up.

After seeing Lin San shrinking his head and getting old, the emperor shook his head slightly and said with a wry smile: Xu Qing, you have to work harder and take charge of the personnel department for the time being, and the errands of the household department will be concurrently handled. When there is a suitable candidate, I will report to you. recommend.

Xu Wei was helpless, so he had no choice but to respond respectfully. At his level, his reputation was so high, and his official position was already a thing outside his body. This move would only increase his burden, and he had nothing to do with Brother Lin, who was carrying the burden.

King Cheng suddenly came out and said earnestly: Your Majesty, Lord Ye made a mistake, and my younger brother heard that it was because of the Empress. There has been no news of the Empress in the palace for more than ten years, and there are many rumors. Since the Empress came back, it should be It is better to announce it to the public as soon as possible, so that no one can secretly spread the truth and destroy the emperor's reputation.

It's been more than ten years since my old mother-in-law passed away. Don't you know that, old boy? Pretend b, I despise you, Lin Wanrong hummed inwardly, and gave King Cheng a disdainful look.

The emperor's eyes were wet, his fingers trembled slightly, and it took a long time to calm down his excitement. He said loudly, Brother Wang's words are reasonable. I have been waiting for this day for twenty years. The rumors are not false. He died of illness seventeen years ago!

Niangniang—, a scream rang out, and all the ministers, palace maids, and eunuchs in the hall knelt down together.

This is my mother-in-law, and I have to kneel. Lin Wanrong sighed and knelt down to kowtow sincerely.

The emperor's eyes were red, and he said loudly: For seventeen years, I have kept this news from being released, and I have not announced it to the world, but the queen had a last word on her deathbed, and she will not wait for my princess Izumo to return. She will not enter the mausoleum. Don't tell the world. For this day, I have been waiting for seventeen years, and finally I have waited, cough, cough—

Your Majesty— Gao Ping exclaimed and hurriedly handed over a few pills. Looking at Wangxiu's yellow silk with brown blood stains, the old emperor wiped the corner of his mouth, his expression unchanged, and swallowed the pill. The complexion recovered a lot. He closed his eyes and rested for a while, then continued: My princess, after leaving me for 20 years, she has finally returned to me, and fulfilled the queen's big wish. Tomorrow I will plan to sue the world, be a thousand miles away, and be filial to the whole country. , to send my virtuous queen.

Follow the decree. The ministers stopped crying and shouted respectfully.

Your Majesty, put it this way. When I came back yesterday, it was Princess Izumo. Xu Wei asked in a low voice, and gave Lin Wanrong a meaningful look.

Not bad! The emperor said proudly: It is the unique princess Izumo of my Dahua. She has grown up. When the queen is buried, I will announce to the world and hold a big wedding for her.

Lin Wanrong's heart skipped a beat. I haven't thought about the big wedding. I'm really ashamed to say it. Qiaoqiao, Ning'er, and Qingxuan just followed me, especially Qingxuan. My stomach is getting bigger, but I don't even have a formal ceremony. I'm ashamed, really ashamed.

Today, the sad events of Dahua are connected with the happy events, and the ministers do not know whether to laugh or cry. The old emperor also seemed very haggard. He waved his hand and said, I will discuss it here today and retreat.

Long live. Long live, long live. Everyone saluted and went outside the hall. Before Lin Wanrong went out, Li Tai patted him on the shoulder: Lin San, you borrowed my soldiers and cannons yesterday, you have to take this favor from me.

Lin Wanrong laughed dryly: Old General, don't embarrass me. It's not that I, Lin San, don't want to serve the country. It's just that I have too little ink in my chest. If it delays your frontline military affairs, then I will die.

Xu Wei was next to the two of them. Hearing what he said, he smiled and said, Don't believe what he said, the old general. Before I invited him to lead troops in Shandong, he said the same thing, but what happened? That Bai Lian Teach, isn't it still in his hands?

Li Tai sighed: Lin San, today, your status is no trivial matter, and I can't do anything about you. It's just that I am an unscrupulous general in the Dahua Dynasty, and I am old. If one day I let go, what will Dahua do? There are Hu people, and there are Japanese pirates in the south. Who will lead the soldiers? You can’t be too selfish, you have to show your ability and hide it, that’s not what men do.”

This old man can't be tough, so he's soft and moving. Don't say, I really eat his tricks a little bit. Seeing Li Taicang's pale hair and wrinkled face, Lin Wanrong's heart softened, and he agreed on impulse. Fortunately, seeing Xu Wei smiling strangely next to him, he hurriedly braked the car, and the word good did not come out.

Let's talk about this in a few days. Lin Wanrong sighed: Before the army sets off, I will definitely give the old general an explanation.

Li Tai nodded, and Gao Ping came over and said, Master Lin, Master Xu, Li Jiangjun, the emperor invites the three to speak in the study.

As soon as he entered the palace, there were so many things going on. Lin Wanrong shook his head helplessly and followed Xu and Li. When they arrived at the door of the upper study, the three stopped, Gao Ping went in to ask for instructions, and came out: Lord Lin, the emperor asks you to go in first.

Are you discussing a big marriage with me? Alas, two lives, I have not been married yet! Stepping into the upper study, I saw the sandalwood curling in the room, full of essays and memorials, the old emperor stood with his back, looked at the inscriptions of the ancestors on the wall, and remained silent.

Master, are you looking for me? The atmosphere was a little depressed, and Lin Wanrong hurriedly said.

The emperor nodded slightly and said solemnly, Are you very close to Miss Xiao?

Why did I ask these questions for no reason? Lin Wanrong was puzzled. Knowing that this matter could not be concealed from him, he nodded honestly: It's a little intimate!

A little intimate? The emperor smiled coldly: I won't need it in the future, I will kill her!