Dong Xuebing looks around. "It's very important, and I can only tell you about it."
Mu Zhengzhong quickly calmed down. He took a deep breath and looked at the painting again. In the past, it was China's national treasure that was lost overseas. Mu Zhengzhong never expected that he would one day be able to get his hands on another country's national treasure. His emotions were a little agitated, and there were countless questions surging in his mind. The National Museum was robbed by this lad? But how did he escape? How did he board the plane? He even passed the customs and brought the painting back to China? Who the hell is this person?!
Mu Zhengzhong laughed. "You have stumped me with this painting. Hahaha. To be honest, I have only seen this painting in the National Museum twice. Hmmm … I don't know how to evaluate it. After all, it is different from our country. But let me put it this way. In our country, even Mr. Qi Baishi's painting is not a national treasure. It is not even a first-class or second-class cultural relic. But this painting is regarded as a national treasure in Japan. It is even one of the top national treasures. I don't need to explain its historical and economic value."
"Antique? Haha … I also like it. "
Dong Xuebing laughed. "This is like meeting an old friend in a foreign land. Teacher Mu, you must tell me more about antique collection. It's not easy to meet you, and I need to learn from you."
"Ok. Then I will ask you. What do you think about Japanese antiques? What's its value? "
Mu Zhengzhong moved his legs closer and laughed. "Are you from Beijing? Are you an exchange student? "
Airport runway.
At about 6.40pm, the plane landed on Beijing's airport runway. Dong Xuebing alighted and used STOP to pass the customs again. He then walked out of the lobby with the bag. Far away, Mu Zhengzhong was smoking a cigarette at the entrance of the terminal. He seemed to be waiting for someone. After a few seconds, an Audi A8 stopped in front of him. There was only one driver in the car. Mu Zhengzhong smiled and nodded to the driver. He put out his cigarette and got in the car.
"You're too humble."
Mu Zhengzhong laughed. "Do we know each other?"
"Haha, not at all. Don't ask for guidance. Let's discuss it among ourselves."
This middle-aged man, who Dong Xuebing is familiar with, is in his forties. He has a square face and thick eyebrows. He is polite and humble, and he has the character of an old Beijing man. Dong Xuebing had nothing to do and started chatting with him about antiques. But Dong Xuebing was impressed by Mu Zhengzhong's knowledge about antiques. Dong Xuebing is no match for Mu Zhengzhong. Mu Zhengzhong is knowledgeable about antiques from the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. He knows everything about antiques from the Tang, Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties.
What a coincidence.
Even though Mu Zhengzhong was experienced and knowledgeable, he was still shocked. "Snow Boat Splash Ink Landscape Painting?!"
Dong Xuebing, who was sitting at the back, shifted his seat to make some space. He took out a scroll from the bag he was carrying and passed it to the other party.
Dong Xuebing's car drove out of the terminal and was about to enter the airport highway.
Dong Xuebing felt he is a good judge of character, and Mu Zhengzhong had left a good impression on him. He is not as hypocritical as those government officials and is sincere. He is someone worth befriending.
Suddenly, Dong Xuebing stopped the driver on a side road outside the airport. "Excuse me. Driver, can you please step aside for a while? I have something to discuss with Teacher Mu. "
The driver's face changed and looked at Dong Xuebing with a frown. Who is this person?
Mu Zhengzhong is an easy-going and low-key person. He always sits in economy class, and no one can tell he is a tycoon. Mu Zhengzhong has a good impression of Dong Xuebing. They are both from Beijing, and Dong Xuebing has a good temperament. That's why Mu Zhengzhong did not hide anything from Dong Xuebing and told Dong Xuebing everything he knows about Japanese antiques. It's a three-hour flight, and it's good to have someone to chat with.
Two hours …
The seats here are narrow, and the bag is taking up some space. That's why when that person sat down, his knee knocked into Dong Xuebing's leg.
The driver asked cautiously. "This person …"
Dong Xuebing felt pain on his leg, and he took a deep breath.
Dong Xuebing got more curious and suddenly remembered a name. He slapped his thigh and exclaimed. "Sigh … are you Mu Zhengzhong?"
Mu Zhengzhong thought for a while and was puzzled. But he is experienced and had met all kinds of people. In the end, he waved to the driver. "Old Zhou, you can alight for a smoke first."
"Err … no. I am just curious if they can draw better than Old Qi."
Dong Xuebing blinked. "They can draw so well?"
Mu Zhengzhong does not know whether to laugh or cry. "Japanese National Treasures are extraordinary. Young man, you have shown me a hot potato. What is the meaning of this?"
"Oh … I'm sorry." That middle-aged man quickly apologized. "I'm sorry, young man."
The driver alighted from the car and walked towards Dong Xuebing.
Dong Xuebing had an idea in his mind. He had wanted to donate the painting to the Palace Museum, but now, he felt it is not appropriate. It's a second-class relic, but it's a national treasure, and it might cause some diplomatic disputes. Now, a private museum seems to be a good choice as it will not involve the government. But Dong Xuebing does not know much about Mu Zhengzhong, and that's why he is cautious. With this in mind, Dong Xuebing did not tell Mu Zhengzhong his name and did not remove his glasses. He pretended to be an ordinary young man.
"You're being modest again. You're looking down on me."
"It's fine. You can go now."
"Study abroad? I have been working for two years, and I am going to Japan to settle some matters. "Dong Xuebing looked at him and blinked." Are you here for a holiday? You look a little familiar. "
Dong Xuebing thought to himself. This Teacher Mu is a good friend. He nodded. "Sorry to trouble you."
Dong Xuebing laughed. "My name is too common, and I will not let you laugh at me."
Mu Zhengzhong looks down at Dong Xuebing and unfolds the scroll.
"It's fine. What's your name?"
Dong Xuebing replied. "Teacher Mu, I am very familiar with you. Haha … can I hitch a ride with you?"
Mu Zhengzhong was a little confused. He didn't have time to talk to him. He immediately spread out the scroll and looked at it carefully. He even took a magnifying glass and looked at it for a while. In the end, he came to a conclusion that made him dumbfounded. "It's authentic! The authentic painting from the National Museum?! " Mu Zhengzhong took in a deep breath. He finally knew why Dong Xuebing is so secretive and did not even tell him his name. "Young man, before I boarded the plane, I heard that the National Museum was robbed in broad daylight. This is …"
"That's for sure. What's wrong, young man? Why are you so interested in Japan's antiques? "
Mu Zhengzhong was famous in the antique collecting world. Dong Xuebing had worked in an antique shop when he was in university, and he knew Mu Zhengzhong. The first private museum in Beijing was set up by Mu Zhengzhong. His wealth was not enough to describe his personal wealth. If all his collections were auctioned off, the total value would be astronomical. But Mu Zhengzhong does not set up the museum to make money. He only wants to provide a cultural environment, and Dong Xuebing had heard that Mu Zhengzhong is a philanthropist.
"It's not that famous." Mu Zhengzhong laughed and shook his head. "My reputation is made up by the media. Don't be cheated by the TV. Haha …"
The driver pulled a long face.
Today is Sunday, and many people are returning to China.
"I know you, but you should not know me. I have heard a lot about you."
Dong Xuebing nodded and did not say anything.
In the plane, the flow of people boarding the plane was bustling, and the luggage compartment was filled in the blink of an eye. Dong Xuebing was among the last batch of passengers to board the plane, and he did not dare to place his bag on the plane. He carried the bag carefully and found a seat at the back near the window. He fastened his seatbelt and placed the bag of Buddha statues and landscape paintings beside his thighs.
Dong Xuebing and Mu Zhengzhong chatted happily.
Mu Zhengzhong replied. "I am not here for a holiday. I am here to buy an antique, but I did not manage to buy it."
One hour …
Dong Xuebing saw there are no CCTV around and nodded. "Sorry, Teacher Mu. This is a special situation, and I was too rude. Please forgive me."
Dong Xuebing replied. "I also don't know how to settle this, and I want to ask you for advice."
Dong Xuebing did not reply.
As they chatted, Mu Zhengzhong suddenly asked. "Young man, I still don't know your name?"
Dong Xuebing heard Mu Zhengzhong's Beijing accent and laughed. "It's fine. Haha …"
Mu Zhengzhong waved his hand. "I often make mistakes."
"Haha … … no problem." Mu Zhengzhong looked at Dong Xuebing suspiciously and did not ask further. He laughed. "I am not in a hurry. How about I send you back first?"
Dong Xuebing laughed. "I don't know. What do you think of this painting?"
"You can't put it that way. Different countries are one thing. The most important thing about the 'Snow Boat Splashing Ink Landscape Painting' is its historical value. Old Mister Qi Baishi's painting is good, but it's more inclined towards economic and aesthetic value. Compared to the 'Snow Boat Splashing Ink Landscape Painting' … there's no comparison." In the end, Mu Zhengzhong added, "But the 'Snow Boat Splash Ink Landscape Painting' is indeed a good painting. Although I have only seen it twice, it left a deep impression on me.
Mu Zhengzhong paused for a while and laughed. He did not ask further.
In the end, Dong Xuebing changed the topic to < Snow Boat Splash Ink Landscape Painting >.
Dong Xuebing had been following Mu Zhengzhong. He saw Mu Zhengzhong and walked over.
Suddenly, someone sat down on the seat beside him.
Mu Zhengzhong smiled. "Young man, why are you acting so secretive? Can you tell me now? "
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