On the day of graduation, I was dragged by my rich father to get the certificate

After finishing his meal, Gu Wan tidied up briefly, then carefully picked up the box containing the broken lotus bowl and went out.

She came to a large and crowded antique city, where people were selling antiques and collectibles everywhere.

However, perhaps because the several vendors he had met before had ulterior motives, when they saw that Gu Wan knew nothing about antiques, they all said in unison:

"This broken bowl in your hand is worthless, but I can reluctantly buy it at a low price."

At first, Gu Wan was indeed a little skeptical. After all, even Si Yehan himself had commented on this broken bowl in this way.

But gradually, as she dealt with more people, she keenly noticed some clues - some merchants were still willing to offer prices that surprised her.

Although these offers were far below the true value of the broken bowl, they were enough to buy a fairly nice house in the bustling city of Haishi.

Having said that, how could Gu Wan sell it so easily?

Her original intention of coming this time was not to sell items, but to seek an expert to determine the true price of the bowl.

No matter whether it was high or low, she had no intention of selling it.

After all, this bowl did not belong to her personally, but was Si Yehan's property.

Gu Wan arrived at the antique city at around eight in the morning, but when she stepped out with the broken bowl in her hand, time had quietly passed to around three in the afternoon.

After nearly a whole day of repeated discussions with various antique dealers and shop owners, Gu Wan finally came to a definite conclusion:

The broken bowl in front of me does have a certain value.

After thinking it over again and again, Gu Wan finally dialed Bai Xiaolu's phone number.

However, the process of waiting for the call to be connected seemed a bit long. It took five minutes before the call was answered by the other party.

"Hey, Wanwan! I just finished a dance class. Is there anything important you need from me?"

Bai Xiaolu's clear and pleasant voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Well... it's still about the broken bowl. Can we meet after you get off work?"

Gu Wan expressed his thoughts in a slightly anxious tone.

"Oh, I see. So when do you get off work?"

"Actually, I don't need to go to work these two days."

Gu Wan answered truthfully.

Hearing this, Bai Xiaolu immediately responded:

"In that case, there's no need to wait until the evening. It just so happens that all my dance classes for today have already been completed, so I can come straight to you."

"okay!"

Gu Wan and Bai Xiaolu agreed to meet in a cafe. About forty minutes later, both of them arrived.

Gu Wan did not tell Bai Xiaolu where she went today, what she did or what she heard, because she would not tell Bai Xiaolu until she was sure of the value of the broken bowl. She even kept silent about the conclusions of her own guesses.

After all, it was Bai Xiaolu who broke the lotus bowl. Before a definite conclusion is reached, anything said would only create more anxiety for Bai Xiaolu.

After Gu Wan and Bai Xiaolu exchanged a few simple pleasantries, he finally couldn't help but ask:

"Xiaolu, I remember you mentioned in college that your second uncle was quite knowledgeable about antiques, right?"

Bai Xiaolu nodded and replied:

"Well, sort of, but he's just an amateur."

Then, Gu Wan continued:

"Well, I wonder if he is available today. Can you take me to visit him?"

As soon as the words fell, Bai Xiaolu immediately understood Gu Wan's intention and responded:

"Do you want him to help identify this bowl?"

Gu Wan nodded in agreement.

"Okay, no problem. He should still be at home, fiddling with his old stuff. We can go over there right now."

"Ah."

Bai Xiaolu called her second uncle in advance, fearing that she and Gu Wan would be disappointed if they went there now. After confirming that he was at home, the two of them set off.

The two of them had just arrived at the gate of Xiaolu's second uncle's house and were about to go in when they happened to meet her second uncle who was coming back from buying wine on the opposite street.

"Second uncle!"

Gu Wan looked in the direction of Xiaolu's voice and saw a fat, bald man in his forties walking towards them.

At first glance, I thought he was a gang leader.

He had necklaces hanging around his neck and wrists. Gu Wan didn't understand what they were, but she felt that people who collected antiques seemed to dress like this.

Although the man looks big and strong, he has a gentle temperament when viewed up close, which is in stark contrast to his appearance.

He held his drink in his right hand and said happily:

"Xiaolu, haha! How come you have time to come and see your uncle today? Is there something going on?"

The little deer came forward and said:

"Why, I can't come to see you if I have nothing to do?"

After exchanging a few words with his niece, the second uncle looked at Gu Wan and asked:

"Who is this?"

Bai Xiaolu introduced:

"This is my best friend Wanwan, also my college classmate."

Gu Wan hurriedly greeted the man:

"Hello, Uncle!"

The man smiled and said:

"well!"

White Deer continued:

"Actually, we came here today because we want you to help us look at something."

The second uncle smiled and said:

"I knew you had something to talk to me about. If that's the case, let's stop talking here and go in first."

As he said this, he walked to the front to lead the way.

Gu Wan followed the deer and walked inside.

This is an ordinary courtyard, but once you enter the living room, it feels like you have traveled through time and space, as if you are in another world - a small antique museum.

The walls of the living room are covered with various calligraphy and painting works, including landscapes, flowers and birds, figures, etc., each of which exudes a strong artistic atmosphere.

In the center of the living room stands an antique wooden tea table, on which is displayed a set of exquisite tea sets.

There are several books related to antiques placed casually on the sofa next to it. Obviously, this is also the place where the owner reads and studies.

At this time, Bai Xiaolu said:

"Uncle, why don't you see Aunt?"

The second uncle smiled and said:

"Haha, she went back to her parents' home for a visit yesterday and hasn't come back yet."

White Deer understood and said:

"I was wondering why you came back with all the wine in broad daylight today. It turns out my second aunt is not at home."

"Ha ha……"

The second uncle enthusiastically took them, mainly Gu Wan, on a tour around the place.

In the bedroom, a large bed took up most of the space. It was covered with soft silk bedding, and several exquisite jade ornaments were placed at the bedside.

The wardrobe is filled with traditional Chinese clothing, showing the owner's love for traditional culture.

The study is filled with various antique collections, ranging from bronzes to porcelains, from wood carvings to stone carvings.

Many books on antique identification and historical culture are neatly arranged on the bookshelf, which makes people marvel at the owner's erudition.

The whole room is arranged in an orderly manner, and every detail reveals the owner's obsession and love for antiques.

After the visit, the second uncle brought Xiaolu and Gu Wan to the coffee table to drink tea.

"Little Deer, what is that thing you asked me to help you look at?"

Second Uncle asked as he poured tea for Xiaolu and Gu Wan.

Bai Xiaolu gave Gu Wan a look, and Gu Wan opened the box in his hand and handed it over.