Rebirth 81: Being forced into marriage by my sister’s best friend at the beginning

Chapter 74 A big shot who takes both black and white?

There are many well-known century-old shops in Liulichang.

For example, Cuiwen Pavilion, Yide Pavilion and Li Fushou Brush Shop.

The most famous store among them is Liulicuan right in front of you!

Liulichang and Liulicuan complement each other. Liulichang, formerly known as "Songbai Zhai", was a gathering place for literati and elegant guests during the Guangxu period.

In the early years of the Republic of China, Songbaizhai hung calligraphy and paintings by famous artists in front of the windows for free viewing, which brought vitality to Liulichang.

During this period, the older generation of calligraphers and painters were also frequent visitors, the most famous of whom was Qi Baishi.

In recognition of Songbaizhai's contribution, he was named Liulixuan. Lu Shenhuai, a well-known calligrapher at that time, personally inscribed the three words "Liulixuan" for him.

At this time, three large gilded characters appeared in front of Lin Ran.

This three-story attic has red walls and black tiles, showing its extraordinary temperament.

There was a soft red carpet on the steps, and at the door of the store, there was a reception girl wearing a red cheongsam.

She has a graceful figure and breathtaking breath, but no one dares to make mistakes.

Seeing Yang Jianlong and the others, he led them into Liulicuan with a smile.

To have such a sense of service in the early 80s shows that the boss has a profound foresight.

It’s no wonder that the boss behind Liulicuan is named Luo Lixiang.

My ancestor served as a fifth-rank official in the Qing Dynasty and had extensive connections in the capital.

Moreover, officials in the Qing Dynasty were able to avoid being liquidated in later generations because their families had a keen investment vision.

Secretly funding the army and standing with the right team during the critical period of choosing between the two.

This shows the investment vision of the founding family.

Of course, Luo Lixiang is just the boss behind the scenes. He only appears on the shareholder list and rarely appears in front of others.

The big shopkeeper in charge of Liulicuan in the capital is named Jiang Hua. He is actually the actual manager of Liulicuan and is also a well-known connoisseur in the cultural and art world.

There are rumors in the world that he is not only an expert in treasure appraisal, but also secretly serves as a matchmaker. No matter he is from various religions or business tycoons, they will visit him when they come to the capital.

Of course, one of the most famous things at the moment is that there is an ungrateful little boss in the capital who opened an art shop in Liulichang and wanted to revive his reputation by attacking Liulichang.

As a result, the next day, I knelt at the entrance of Liulichang all day, and didn't dare to get up until Jiang Hua came forward.His shop soon closed down.

Rumor has it that all the gangsters in the capital respect him, and no one disrespects Jiang Hua!

It was such a legendary figure who was finally going to appear in front of him.

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Enter Liulicuan.

There are various cultural toys on the shelves on both sides, and famous paintings by masters are hung on the walls.

The two clerks in the store were busy serving tea and water to the customers. There were already customers in the store talking to the master chef about the details of the transaction.

On a carved bench next to the shop, with its mottled surface showing some age, a master chef sat leisurely.

The moment Yang Jianlong and the others were led through the door, he noticed the three of them and the items in their hands. His keen sense of smell told him that these were high-quality goods.

"Can you let me take a look at the babies in your arms?"

Yang Jianlong stopped in front of him.

"Wait a minute and let your chief shopkeeper come out to inspect the goods."

"Who are you? You want to see the big shopkeeper?" Master Liulicuan sneered. No one in Liulichang dared to speak to him in this tone.

"Brother Leng Xuan, please forgive me for my stubborn Yang Jianlong's ignorance of etiquette." Wu You stepped forward to relieve the siege.

"It turns out it's Brother Wu You. He's actually free to come to our Liulicuan today. I've admired his name for a long time."

"Haha, it turns out to be Yang Jianlong. He is indeed as unruly and unruly as the rumors say." Then he smiled at Yang Jianlong and said, "The big shopkeeper usually doesn't receive guests. Please come back."

"Wait a minute."

At this moment, a deep voice came from the back hall, "Who said I won't receive guests? It's just that not every guest can."

A moment later, a energetic middle-aged man appeared in front of Lin Ran and the others.

This person is Jiang Hua, who is famous in Beijing.

He smiled: "Since he is Song Xueming's son-in-law and Master Wu You, of course I want to meet him."

Wu You saluted, and even the arrogant and domineering Yang Jianlong also saluted, which surprised Lin Ran.

Lin Ran noticed that Jiang Hua was observing him, so he nodded slightly in greeting.

"Who is this?"

"My name is Lin Ran."

"So you are Lin Ran, the legend in Liulichang the day before yesterday. I heard that Brother Song Xueming praised you in every possible way in the market. When I saw you today, it turned out that you are a young and talented man with extraordinary bearing!"

"Mr. Jiang, thank you. Lin just likes to read history books and has done a little research."

Lin Ran stretched out his right hand. This was an action he would do as a staff member of the National Museum to receive high-level guests.

Yang Jianlong's eyes widened, feeling that Lin Ran might not be too self-righteous.

Who is he, worthy of shaking hands with the great shopkeeper of Liulicuan?

In his previous life, Lin Ran had only seen him on TV. Today, when he saw him in person, he was full of aura. Even though his face was full of youth, he still gave people a sense of oppression without anger or self-power.

But he didn't think too highly of himself. Lin Ran spoke highly of this person in his heart.

That's why he made this subconscious move and regarded the other person as a friend worth making.

"Haha, brother, it's really interesting!" Jiang Hua smiled and stretched out his hand, shaking Lin Ran's hand.

Does this work too?

Yang Jianlong couldn't help but be a little stunned. When did Mr. Jiang become so kind?

"We are all old acquaintances, so there is no need to be formal." Jiang Hua told the waiter: "Go and make three cups of tea, using the Longjing tea given by Director Zhou last month."

Jiang Hua turned around and invited the three of them to take a seat: "I believe that what you all brought are rare treasures. Let's enjoy them slowly."

Jiang Hua just shook hands with Lin Ran and noticed that Lin Ran's fingertips and palms were covered with calluses.

In this era, many children have to work at home in addition to studying. It is understandable that they have calluses on their palms.

But there are calluses on the fingertips, obviously from frequent pinching movements.

It can be judged from this detail that Lin Ran did not gain fame in vain and had indeed come into contact with a lot of literature and entertainment.

I was originally worried that the public was exaggerating Lin Ran's abilities, but now it seems that is not the case.

Yang Jianlong and Wu You carefully placed the collected vases, jade pendants, pen holders and scrolls on the table.

At this time, the shop assistant brought tea and placed it on the small round table for receiving guests, and also brought a wooden basin filled with water.

Jiang Hua first washed his hands in a wooden basin, dried them, then put on leather gloves, placed a pair of small Western-style glasses on the bridge of his nose, and held a miniature flashlight in his left hand.

It can be described as extremely professional!

"Everyone, can we start?" Jiang Hua looked at Yang Jianlong.

"Mr. Jiang, please."

Yang Jianlong lowered his body respectfully and glanced sideways at Lin Ran, as if he had seen the embarrassed look of Lin Ran apologizing to him and admitting his mistake.

Lin Ran couldn't help but admire Jiang Hua's old-fashioned attitude. He had dealt with many antique shop owners, but this was the first time he had seen one as professional and well-equipped as Jiang Hua's after his rebirth.

His appearance made people think of a surgeon walking into the operating room, with everything at his fingertips.

Jiang Hua glanced at the goods on the table.

First, he selected the calligraphy and painting brought by Yang Jianlong, spread them out, and his eyes instantly became solemn.

The treasure hunt begins!

In such a solemn atmosphere, Yang Jianlong couldn't help but feel a little nervous. Everyone's eyes were focused on Jiang Hua's hand.

The entire Liulicuan was as quiet as a needle!