The feel of an object is something ordinary people cannot replicate. Even some skilled craftsmen can only manipulate the appearance.
When faced with an experienced appraiser like Li Chonglou, they can tell almost immediately with a single touch.
Seeing Li Chonglou’s grave expression, Uncle Qiu Wan also suddenly felt nervous.
"How is it, Xiao Li? This thing..."
"It's fake."
A flicker of disappointment instantly flashed in Uncle Qiu Wan's eyes, but it quickly vanished, replaced by confusion. "Then, Xiao Li, your expression?"
Li Chonglou shook his head. "I was wondering about the motive behind Du Yun's desire to buy back these seals at a high price."
Uncle Qiu Wan didn't think much of it and smiled. "Didn't I tell you? He just likes collecting strange things, especially fakes. People in town used to go to him first to see things."
Li Chonglou stroked his chin, suddenly developing a slight interest in this Du Yun.
If he was a peer, a peer wouldn't recycle worthless items. If he wasn't a peer, this habit was indeed something only people in their circle would have.
Seeing him still lost in thought, Uncle Qiu Wan patted his shoulder.
"Don't worry about him, Xiao Li. Anyway, I don't plan to sell anymore. As long as the money is enough, who would plot against their own ancestors."
Li Chonglou nodded, and then sat back down at the table with Uncle Qiu Wan.
They didn't mention this matter again. Initially, Li Chonglou was worried that those young men would return to cause trouble, but now it seemed uncertain.
He had a vague idea of what was happening.
The only thing he couldn't understand was what this Du Yun was all about.
After finishing dinner with Uncle Qiu Wan, Li Chonglou bid them farewell. This time, Uncle Qiu Wan didn't stop him, only saying to visit when he had time, as there were always old hens at home!
After leaving Uncle Qiu Wan's house, Li Chonglou headed directly to his target.
He had already found out Du Tian's address; it was easy to find, just follow a street to the end, then turn onto a small road up the mountain.
Yes, Du Tian's house was on the mountain. At first, when Uncle Qiu Wan mentioned it, Li Chonglou thought it was just a secluded spot on the outskirts of town. He didn't expect it to actually be a mountain climb.
However, it wasn't far. Less than five hundred meters up the mountain, at a bend in a small path, Li Chonglou saw the small, three-story building.
The style and size were unremarkable, and it didn't look like a wealthy person's residence. But in the midst of the surrounding forest, such a house was quite conspicuous.
Li Chonglou pondered for a moment before heading straight there.
Regarding Du Tian, the townspeople had mixed opinions. Some residents treated his family as an ordinary one, while some merchants subtly felt that he was a hidden magnate.
Otherwise, he wouldn't have been so generous, and ordinary families couldn't afford to buy so many things. Even if not very wealthy, he was at least well-off!
What was strange was that among the townspeople, Li Chonglou hadn't heard anyone explain why he built his house here.
But this question was soon answered.
As he approached Du Tian's house within a hundred meters, a vague sense of danger suddenly surged into his heart. Li Chonglou frowned.
Something was up!
It was noon, and although Shangjing was a place of perpetual cold, it was also the turn of summer, and the high sun brought warmth.
However, Li Chonglou felt a chill!
This chill was not brought by the mountain air, but a chilling coldness imbued with killing intent!
Without hesitation, he directly fused with Wen Yi, and the next second, his Heaven's Eye 透视 (Tōushì - Perspective/X-ray vision) divine ability was activated.
Green mountains turned into green trees, green trees became blurry, and everything in his sight began to turn transparent at this moment. Li Chonglou's field of vision broadened.
It expanded, becoming clearer!
It was at this moment that six figures entered his sight.
"There are so many experts?"
Some people could feel their strength with just a glance. Li Chonglou's Heaven's Eye 透视 already possessed these identification functions. With just a glance, he could discern the strength of the several figures hidden ahead.
The lowest was at the second level of入门 (Rùmén - introductory/beginner) strength!
Li Chonglou slowed his pace. The opponents had already spotted him, and stopping abruptly now would only draw their attention.
"No wonder no one has ever been able to force him out of seclusion. With this strength, even people from the General Bureau might not be able to use force."
Li Chonglou now had a clearer understanding of Du Tian, and he understood why he always bought several times the amount of food whenever he came out.
This wasn't raising some饕餮 (tāotiè - gluttonous mythical beast), this was clearly supporting a team of experts, a team of reclusive experts!
Li Chonglou's mind raced, and he finally chose to continue forward.
Firstly, it was unlikely these experts were stationed here to guard against him. This meant that as long as he didn't show any malice, there shouldn't be a problem.
Secondly, it lived up to the old saying: skill breeds courage. Although there were still fourth-level experts among them, he was confident that if a conflict arose, he could still escape safely.
Finally, the company's current situation required such a talent.
The ability to enlist these experts either meant that this elder Du Tian had immense wealth, or he had some special encounter in his youth that allowed these experts to willingly protect him.
But regardless of which possibility, it basically confirmed his capabilities!
It was only after Li Chonglou considered this that his resolve strengthened.
He put his hand into his pocket and gripped the slightly cold mobile phone. It contained the financial reports of the Yu family's general company. This trip was not only to invite Old Du to assist his company with strategies but also to understand the Yu family's situation clearly.
The distance of about five hundred meters, which would normally take a short while, felt exceptionally long to Li Chonglou.
There was no other way. Although he had some guesses, no one could guarantee there wouldn't be any accidents. A total of six experts; if he was careless, even in his prime, he couldn't guarantee 100% safety!
Fortunately, none of this happened. By the time he reached the door of the building, the six people hidden in the shadows showed no reaction.
Li Chonglou steadied his nerves and was about to call out when the originally closed door suddenly opened, and a slightly aged voice came from the doorway.
"Come in, it's windy outside."
The voice was neither warm nor cold, appearing very calm. Li Chonglou couldn't discern the other person's intentions, but being able to enter was a good start.
However, for safety first, to avoid a repeat of the situation in the Lost Land, Li Chonglou still used his Heaven's Eye 透视 divine ability to take a look.