"Vice President Zheng, you said this painting is a fake, what's going on?"
Tang Qingshan recognized Zheng Dali and asked with a frown.
He Jiye seemed to recognize Zheng Dali as well and said coldly, "Vice President Zheng, you can eat anything, but you can't just say anything!"
"You're a doctor, what do you know about genuine works and fakes?"
He Jiye glared at Zheng Dali unpleasantly, feeling that Zheng Dali was here to cause trouble.
"Little Zheng, you'd better take back your words. How many years have you been dabbling in antiques?"
"I've studied genuine works by Tang Bohu for decades, and I can confirm that this painting is undoubtedly a genuine work by Tang Bohu!"
Qiu Yihe quickly stopped Zheng Dali, preventing him from saying more.
"Yes, Dad, we can't get involved in this matter, please stop talking!"
Zheng Youlong tugged at Zheng Dali's clothes, his brows furrowed in anxiety.
However, Zheng Dali confidently declared, "I may not understand calligraphy and painting, but as a doctor, I have basic observational skills!"
"Look, in the inscription on this painting, isn't the character 'Yin' in Tang Yin missing a stroke?"
Zheng Dali pointed to the inscription on the painting. Everyone looked closely and found that the character 'Yin' in Tang Yin was indeed missing a stroke.
"Everyone, you all know that Tang Bohu was a renowned scholar. If he painted this himself, how could he possibly make a mistake in writing his own name?"
"Therefore, I conclude that this painting is a fake!"
Zheng Dali straightened his back and smiled proudly.
As soon as he said this, the scene erupted in discussion. Even Tang Qingshan had overlooked this detail and suddenly realized.
"Good boy, you actually tried to fool me with a fake! If Vice President Zheng hadn't pointed out the problem with this painting in time, I would have been deceived!"
Tang Qingshan's face turned ashen, and a surge of anger rushed to his head.
"Elder Tang, I, I didn't do it on purpose. I had it appraised by many friends, and they didn't find it to be a fake either!"
He Jiye was on the verge of tears. Although he was influential in his circle, he was nothing compared to the Tang family.
Furthermore, he had paid for this painting. In a way, he was also a victim!
It was no wonder, the forgery was so skillfully done, perfectly mimicking Tang Bohu's style and creating an almost perfect imitation.
"Little Zheng, amazing, truly amazing! We antique collectors were outdone by a surgeon!"
Qiu Yihe gave a thumbs-up, looking at Zheng Dali with newfound admiration.
"Vice President Zheng, thank you. You will definitely have a prominent seat later!"
Tang Qingshan gratefully patted Zheng Dali on the shoulder, making Zheng Dali even more smug and proud.
"Wait!"
Lin Feng suddenly spoke, "Old sir, I actually think this painting is a genuine work by Tang Bohu. If you believe me, you can still buy this painting!"
"What did you say!?"
At this moment, everyone turned to look at Lin Feng.
Tang Wan, who was beside him, also showed a hint of astonishment.
"Haha, Lin, you still dare to talk nonsense? The name is written incorrectly, and you still insist it's a genuine work? Do you think we're all idiots!"
Zheng Youlong couldn't help but laugh.
He had initially not wanted to provoke Lin Feng, but now, Lin Feng was courting humiliation!
Tang Qingshan also showed some displeasure, "You young brat, I didn't want to bother with you, but why are you so unappreciative!"
"Grandpa, this kid is probably in league with this swindler. Don't be angry, I'll teach these two blind fools a lesson now!"
Tang Pinliang said coldly and called over a few of his subordinates.
Seeing the situation escalating, Tang Wan immediately tried to stop Tang Pinliang.
However, Lin Feng then said, "I'm not with him. Since no one believes me, I'll buy this painting."
"Acting, keep acting!"
"You buy it? Alright, show me ninety million yuan!"
Zheng Youlong was laughing so hard that tears were almost coming out.
He Jiye was also confused and weakly explained, "I really don't know this kid, and this painting is a fake, I honestly didn't know!"
"You don't need to explain. Sell me this painting, and I'll explain. Give me a price!"
Lin Feng said calmly.
"Ah!? You, you really want to buy it?"
He Jiye couldn't quite understand Lin Feng's intentions.
But at this moment, he had no other choice. If Lin Feng could take the blame for him, it might not be a bad thing.
"Alright, then, give me the cost price of one thousand yuan? I found this painting by chance."
He Jiye said, wiping the fine sweat from his forehead.
As soon as he said this, the scene was met with another wave of scolding.
"You scoundrel, you dare to try and cheat Elder Tang with a fake worth a thousand yuan? You're truly audacious!"
Although Tang Qingshan was also angry, having lived most of his life, he remained calm and watched the spectacle.
He wanted to see what trick Lin Feng and He Jiye were up to!
As a result, Lin Feng's next move almost made everyone present spit out a mouthful of old blood.
"Miss Tang, could you lend me a thousand yuan? I'll return it to you after I sell the painting."
Lin Feng turned to Tang Wan with a hint of embarrassment.
He was penniless and could only borrow money from Tang Wan.
Tang Wan's face was cold. Despite having witnessed many grand occasions, she felt a sense of shame at this moment.
What was Lin Feng playing at?
Although Tang Wan was somewhat uncomfortable, she still took out a thousand yuan from her handbag and handed it to Lin Feng.
"Thank you, Miss Tang!"
Lin Feng smiled faintly and handed the money to He Jiye.
He Jiye was speechless at Lin Feng's actions.
"Lin Feng, do you have any shame? A grown man like you actually asking Miss Tang to lend you money to buy a painting? If you don't feel embarrassed, Miss Tang does!"
Zheng Youlong seized the opportunity to sow discord between Tang Wan and Lin Feng.
Qin Wenwen, standing beside him, watched Lin Feng's predicament with a cold gaze.
Lin Feng, however, was unconcerned, "What's there to be embarrassed about? Once the painting is sold, I'll return the money to Miss Tang. As for you, you have eyes but fail to recognize true jade!"
"Watch closely, this painting is a genuine work by Tang Bohu!"
As Lin Feng spoke, he picked up the scroll and tore the painting from the top in front of everyone.
"You brat, what are you doing!?"
Zheng Dali roared, thinking Lin Feng was going to cause trouble.
But in the next second, everyone was stunned.
Because after the canvas was torn off, another identical painting was revealed behind it.
"This, this is a painting within a painting!?"
"Heavens, this is the true work of Tang Bohu!"
Many people leaned forward, examining the painting within a painting with fervent gazes, as if admiring a beautiful woman.
Even the usually composed Tang Qingshan could no longer maintain his composure.
"As expected, it's a painting within a painting, a disguise specially made to protect Tang Bohu's work!"
Tang Qingshan stroked the surface of the painting as if caressing a beautiful woman, "This painting is so well preserved, its colors are vibrant, and the brushstrokes are clearly visible, as if it were painted last night!"
"Dad, he..."
Zheng Youlong was so stunned he couldn't speak.
Zheng Dali's smug expression instantly turned dejected.
"Young man, what exactly is going on? How did you perceive the hidden mystery of this painting?"
Elder Tang Qingshan regained his senses and quickly asked Lin Feng.