The left hand felt a chill, without any warmth coming from it. Obviously, the ceramic plate Fangzhou brought back from Xinjiang was not an authentic antique.

  After confirming this, Gu Mei quietly began to carefully observe the ceramic plate. This look provided even more effective evidence for her left hand's judgment.

  The ceramic plate is about 25 cm in diameter, with many mountains and trees painted on it. Upon closer inspection, it can be seen that the imitation is not particularly good. With her own knowledge and without relying on her left hand, she can also distinguish between genuine and fake antiques with this incredible ability.

  It is obvious that, as Qin Sheng said before, the inscription on the bottom of this porcelain plate does not match and is not a Kangxi mark.

  "How is it?" Fangzhou couldn't help but ask.

  Qin Sheng and his female boss were also somewhat curious, but they didn't have Fangzhou's sense of urgency.

  "Except for what Mr. Qin said earlier about the mismatched marks, the color of the blue and white glaze on this porcelain plate is also somewhat off."

  "What's wrong with it?" Fangzhou heard this and couldn't help but feel a bit disheartened. Although Gu Mian didn't directly say it, the implication of his words was that he thought the ceramic plate wasn't genuine.

  "In the Qing dynasty, during the Kangxi period, the materials used for blue and white porcelain in the early, middle, and late periods were different, and the colors produced were also different. In the early period, stone green was used, with a bluish-gray tone, giving a clear and elegant appearance. In the middle period, most of them used Zhejiang's pearl-like material, with bright blue and white colors, and distinct layers of light and dark. In the late period, they used Zhejiang materials, with a bluish-gray tone but a brighter color. This porcelain plate has impure blue and white colors, looking a bit hazy. Gu Xiang gave Fangzhou a sympathetic glance, who was slightly disappointed. Who would be happy to know that what they collected was a fake?"

  "I knew something was off, it turns out the problem is with the Qinghua hair color." The female boss suddenly realized and patted Fangzhou's shoulder.

  "Is there anything else that's wrong?" Fangzhou looked down for a moment, then quickly regained his spirit and stared at Gu Mian.

  The more frustrated, the braver, growing up in frustration is Fangzhou's characteristic, it's just that he grows slower than ordinary people.

  "And also its painting technique." Gu Ming pointed to the pattern on the porcelain plate and said slowly: "Kangxi Qinghua ware is famous for its exquisite painting, with landscape paintings imitating the style of the Four Wangs of the early Qing dynasty, layered and majestic. The mountains, trees, and figures all have a strong sense of era characteristics. Especially the mountain rocks are divided by water, fully utilizing the color of the blue material to add shading, known as "Qinghua Wancai". But your porcelain plate has rough workmanship, the mountain rocks are in blocks, the tree leaves are stacked together, and the distant mountains are stiff and lack majesty."

  "Really?" Fangzhou stared blankly at his own ceramic plate, looking even more dejected.

  He was so proud of himself for getting something good and wanted to show it off, but when someone took a look, they recognized it as counterfeit. Luckily he didn't take it out to show others, or his face would have lost all its dignity.

  "You didn't have much talent in ceramic appraisal to begin with, I think it's better for you to observe and listen more, and touch less." Qin Sheng comforted.

  "Mm." Fangzhou nodded silently.

  "This is just my personal opinion, you can let other professionals take a look, after all I am not a professional in this field." Gu Mian saw Fang Zhou's emotions were not high, slightly awkward.

  "No need, Mr. Qiao rarely praises people, I believe you." Fang Zhōu smiled slightly at Gù Jiàn and continued: "Besides, Qin Shēng also thinks there's a problem with this, it's just that my own eyesight isn't good enough. Originally wanted to take it out during the Hǎi Yùn auction house sale, unfortunately can't do it now."

  Qin Sheng lost his smile and shook his head, unsure of what to say.

  Gu Mengsan asked curiously, "Is the Haiyun Auction House going to hold an auction? When does it start?"

  "Miss Gu is also interested in this?" Qin Sheng looked at Gu Mei.

  Gu Meng nodded, without any intention of hiding anything, and said straightforwardly: "I heard that Hai Yun Auction House is recruiting summer workers, and I've already made an appointment with my classmates to go for an interview. However, I haven't heard that they're going to hold an auction recently, so I'm a bit curious."

  Upon hearing this, Qin Sheng furrowed his brow and said with a hint of doubt: "Hai Yun Auction House has an unwritten rule that they never hire inexperienced summer workers. Although the auction house is not top-notch, every year at this time, they hold a non-public auction, and the personnel entering and exiting are strictly controlled, so it's unlikely that they would be hiring at this time."

  "Yes, at that time, it was not even possible to get rid of the extra people, let alone invite unfamiliar ones in. Those who could attend the auction were all people with connections in this circle, and we also spent a lot of effort to get in." Fang Zhou nodded in agreement.

  "What's going on now?" Gu Mian was confused and couldn't figure out what was happening.

  Although Professor Wang had suggested that she go to the Ji Bao Shan house to work, she still wanted to try going to the Hai Yun auction house. People in this profession are generally sent by large antique shops and auction houses to transport talent.

  Hai Yun Auction House is also a relatively powerful auction house, working in such a place, even if you can't immediately touch the deeper things, some things are not what ordinary antique shops can experience. This opportunity to temper herself, she still doesn't want to give up, otherwise Professor Wang wouldn't have agreed to let her try Hai Yun first.

  Haiyun Auction House has also released a recruitment notice, so there shouldn't be any problems, right?

  Perhaps seeing Gu Mei's confusion, Qin Sheng said: "We don't have much contact with Hai Yun, maybe they changed their system this time and can recruit summer workers without experience, Miss Gu doesn't need to worry too much."

  "Yes, apart from Hai Yun, there are other auction houses. Even if Hai Yun doesn't recruit, others might. Who knows?" Fangzhou rotated his eyes and shone brightly at Gu Mian: "Miss Gu, if you're willing, you can come to Gu Hong Zhai to work. I think you're even more capable than the new Xiaofang we just hired. If you go, it'll also make things easier for the store."

  Gu Meng looked at Fangzhou in surprise, she had only asked about Haiyun's situation, how did it become like this?

  She wasn't a particularly famous figure, and this was the first time they met, and she had only briefly appraised the other person's mediocre ceramic plate. Faced with this sudden invitation, she couldn't help but find it strange.

  Qin Sheng hadn't thought of this aspect before, but after Fangzhou mentioned it, he couldn't help but feel a little moved in his heart. However, thinking that Professor Wang had specially brought Gu Mei to Taiyuan, he must also be concerned about Gu Mei's affairs, so he cast a warning glance at Fangzhou.

  Noah faced Gu Mian's suspicious gaze, as well as Qin Sheng's warning, and knew he had been too hasty. He smiled awkwardly at Gu Mian: "I was just talking nonsense, Miss Gu, don't mind me, I sometimes speak without thinking."

  "Mm." Gu Ming nodded.

  The female boss noticed that the atmosphere had become somewhat subtle, and secretly pinched Fangzhou, quickly wrapping up the jade button and handing it to Gu Mian.

  Gu Mei looked at the time and didn't linger, after paying the bill she bid farewell to Qin Sheng and Fang Zhou, then hastily walked out of the store door, heading towards Jibao Mountain House.

  It's even later today, I'll sleep more tomorrow~~~ Thanks to Luocheng Hua~, Meimei Xiang Shui Zhong~, Luo Yan Xian Ju~, and Aisuishuizhu Nunu for the peace charms you sent me. Thank you all for your support~~~~~~~~~~