Lin Feng was appraising his antique calligraphy and paintings with Xia Weiguo at this moment.
"Uncle Xia, pardon me for saying so, but your Zhang Daqian cursive script is a fake!"
"Little Lin, what are your thoughts?"
Xia Weiguo was very much looking forward to Lin Feng's appraisal, as Lin Feng had seen through his high-quality imitation of Tang Bohu's calligraphy at a glance.
One must know that this painting had deceived the eyes of many famous and accomplished people, and only Lin Feng had grasped its subtle intricacies.
Therefore, Xia Weiguo's impression of Lin Feng had changed instantly.
"Uncle Xia, to be honest, this Zhang Daqian cursive script is a very lifelike imitation. It must have been done by a calligrapher with profound skill. It's a pity that they only imitated the form and not the spirit!"
"Compared to Zhang Daqian's authentic works, it lacks the wild and unrestrained charm, instead appearing somewhat stiff. Thus, it is undoubtedly a fake."
Lin Feng replied with a smile. In fact, the authentic Zhang Daqian piece was in his possession, but he had donated it, which was why he could identify it immediately.
"Little Lin, you're amazing! You're absolutely right. Come, I'll show you my other treasures!"
Xia Weiguo patted Lin Feng on the shoulder with admiration and led him to his private study.
"Mom, what's gotten into Dad? Didn't he not allow anyone into his study? How come he's taking Lin Feng in willingly?"
Xia Xue frowned. This was not the script she had imagined.
She had asked Lin Feng to pretend to be her boyfriend merely to appease her parents, but Lin Feng's acting was too convincing. He was practically charming her father!
"Xiaoxue, it seems your father has taken a liking to this young man. When Yang Ming came over last time, your father didn't even offer to show him his treasures. Isn't this bad news!"
Xue Jingru felt a pang of unease and quickly pulled Xia Xue along.
Upon entering Xia Weiguo's study, it was filled with various ceramics and famous calligraphy and paintings.
Lin Feng had initially thought Xia Weiguo was merely an enthusiast who enjoyed collecting, but he hadn't expected him to be so professional.
Most importantly, some of the antiques here were genuine, valued at hundreds of millions!
"Little Lin, what do you think? Are my antiques alright?"
Xia Weiguo was very pleased with Lin Feng's reaction; these items were the culmination of his decades of effort.
When he bought them, the prices were not high, but later, as the antique market improved, these items also appreciated in value.
Xia Weiguo had no other hobbies besides studying ancient culture, so he used these antiques for research.
While researching, he was also leaving a financial safeguard for Xia Xue!
"Uncle Xia, this plate is nice, but it has developed some cracks. It needs to be repaired promptly, or it won't last much longer."
Lin Feng picked up a white jade plate at this moment, which had many patterns. If one didn't look closely, they wouldn't notice the cracks mixed within.
"Oh, Little Lin, your eyesight is truly remarkable. How come I never noticed before? Can you repair it?"
Xia Weiguo was both heartbroken and anxious.
"Uncle Xia, I can repair it."
Lin Feng gave a positive answer. Repairing antiques was also a good deed for restoring history, and he could help with this.
"That's wonderful! Little Lin, you are truly a talent!"
Xia Weiguo found Lin Feng more and more agreeable, and with that, he picked up the phone and called Tang Qingshan.
"Elder Tang, didn't you have a Tang Sancai vase that cracked? My son-in-law is an antique expert, and he says he can repair such cracks. Hurry and bring your vase over so we can fix it together!"
Xia Weiguo said excitedly, even referring to Lin Feng as his son-in-law.
His words were overheard by Xia Xue and Xue Jingru, who had just entered.
The mother and daughter stood frozen in shock.
It seemed that Lin Feng and Xia Weiguo were developing their relationship a bit too quickly.
Lin Feng was also awkward. He was just helping to repair an antique, and now he was being called a son-in-law.
Furthermore, Xia Weiguo and Tang Qingshan knew each other?
"Weiguo, what's your son-in-law's name? How is he so capable?"
Tang Qingshan asked curiously.
"His name is Lin Feng, a very talented young man."
Xia Weiguo replied without hesitation.
Upon hearing this, the other end of the line fell into a brief silence.
After a while, Tang Qingshan responded, "Weiguo, please wait a moment, I'm bringing the vase over now!"
After hanging up the phone, Tang Qingshan hurriedly called Tang Wan over.
"Little Wan! Didn't Grandpa tell you to get along well with Lin Feng? Why aren't you listening!"
Tang Qingshan was almost frantic. Lin Feng was someone he approved of, and now Xia Weiguo had gotten there first!
"Grandpa, I've been getting along with Lin Feng all along. Why are you saying that?"
Tang Wan asked, bewildered.
"Little Wan, you've met Xia Xue, Xia Weiguo's daughter, right? She's currently dating Lin Feng, and Xia Weiguo is already calling Lin Feng his son-in-law. They're practically becoming family soon!"
"If they really get married, what chance do you have!"
Tang Qingshan was so anxious he was gasping for air. Without further ado, he grabbed the vase and, taking Tang Wan with him, headed to the Xia family's residence.
Tang Wan was also surprised to learn this news.
She had met Xia Xue before, but weren't Xia Xue and Lin Feng mortal enemies? Hadn't she even put Lin Feng in a high-security detention center?
How could they suddenly be dating?
Tang Wan found it somewhat amusing. She knew without a doubt that there must be something fishy going on.
Meanwhile, Xia Weiguo, having hung up the phone, was also very excited.
"Jingru, quickly go and cook a couple of dishes. Today, I'm going to have a good drink with my son-in-law."
Xia Weiguo was in an exceptionally good mood.
"Old Xia, shouldn't we discuss this further? The two children aren't married yet. Isn't it a bit too early to call him son-in-law?"
Xue Jingru kept giving Xia Weiguo meaningful glances.
"Jingru, isn't marriage just a matter of time? I've agreed to them being together. We can hold the wedding as soon as we find a good day!"
Xia Weiguo genuinely liked Lin Feng.
As someone immersed in ancient culture, he truly valued Lin Feng's ability to appraise treasures.
Even though Lin Feng was currently just a student, with such eyes, he would surely never have to worry about food and clothing in the future.
He wasn't worried at all that Lin Feng wouldn't be able to give Xia Xue happiness.
Most importantly, he understood his daughter. If Xia Xue didn't find a man to marry soon, she might remain single her entire life.
Xue Jingru and Xia Xue were both stunned by Xia Weiguo's enthusiastic reaction.
Xia Xue, in particular, had no idea what to do.
Unable to dissuade Xia Weiguo, Xue Jingru obediently went to the kitchen to cook.
"Little Lin, come and tell me about this Xia Dynasty tripod. I'm very interested in Western Xia culture."
Xia Weiguo's conversation had truly opened up.
Lin Feng had no choice but to tell Xia Weiguo everything he knew.
He had a decent understanding of Western Xia culture and history.
"Lin Feng, stop talking for a moment. Come out with me!"
Xia Xue couldn't listen anymore and called Lin Feng out.
"Didn't I tell you not to talk so much? Why do you keep going on and on?"
Xia Xue glared at Lin Feng with annoyance, almost grinding her teeth to dust.
"Captain Xia, it was your father who kept asking me questions. I couldn't just pretend to be mute, could I?"
"Besides, I'm performing so well, shouldn't you be thanking me properly?"
Lin Feng felt wronged.
"Yes, you are performing very well. My dad is practically urging me to marry you now. Do you think that's possible?"
Xia Xue was furious.
She felt Lin Feng was doing this deliberately, perhaps having had designs on her for a long time.
What a scumbag! So detestable!
"You must be dreaming! How could I possibly marry you!"
Lin Feng feigned panic, crossing his arms defensively, as if terrified that Xia Xue was trying to take advantage of him.
Xia Xue really wanted to slap Lin Feng to death.
She was the one who was wronged, okay?
What was he so wronged about!