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    Meng Zitao continued: "The pair of jade-grip pigs have been cleaned before, but the person who cleaned them should have used stronger potions, which is why the current effect was caused. This is a relatively wrong cleaning method, although  The cleaned jade looks more beautiful, but it also loses many traces of history."

    Ning Zhang nodded and asked: "Teacher Meng, how can we identify the authenticity of this kind of jade?"

    "First of all, these two pieces of jade still leave some traces, such as the color that has penetrated deep into the interior."

    Speaking of this, Meng Zitao paused for a moment and asked Shopkeeper Ning to observe the color of the pair of jades, and then said: "In addition, I think this pair of jade grips should be from the Eastern Han Dynasty. Because the jade grips in the early Western Han Dynasty are generally made of jade.  Huang, but after the middle of the Western Han Dynasty, most of the jade holdings evolved into jade pigs. Pigs were a symbol of wealth in ancient times, and jade holdings made in the shape of a pig symbolized that the deceased held wealth."

    "The style of jade holding pigs in the Western Han Dynasty is basically a realistic style. It uses a combination of intaglio and relief. The lines are concise, the image is lifelike, and the polishing is smooth. The selection of jade materials is generally not very particular, and most of them are taken from anywhere. In the early stage,  The body shape is generally relatively slender, but in later stages it begins to become thicker and rounder.¡±

    "The style of jade holding pigs in the Eastern Han Dynasty changed from the realistic tendency of the Western Han Dynasty to freehand abstraction. The shape is very simple, just a square columnar jade. The upper part lying flat is slightly rounded as the back of the pig, while the lower part remains straight.  As the abdomen. One end is slightly pointed as the head, and there are a few large sloped knife cuts carved on the body, showing the eyes, ears, mouth, and feet of the pig respectively. It is known as the "Eight Swords of the Han Dynasty" and became a typical jade pig in the Han Dynasty.  Think about the method."

    "Generally, this kind of jade pigs appear in pairs, one big or one small, long or short, thin or thick, which is different from the same shape in the Western Han Dynasty. Moreover, in the selection of jade materials, this period obviously began to pay attention to it, and it was generally  The finest white jade and sapphire from Khotan jade are used. This pair of jade grips conforms to these characteristics from the shape to the craftsmanship, as well as the country's clear color and other characteristics. I think it is an authentic product from the Eastern Han Dynasty."

    After listening to Meng Zitao¡¯s explanation, Bian Xixuan didn¡¯t need to say more, and shopkeeper Ning no longer had any doubts. They all admired Meng Zitao¡¯s knowledge.

    Next, shopkeeper Ning bargained with Bian Xiqiao again. In the end, shopkeeper Ning said that he would go back and think about it, but he did not agree immediately, and Bian Xiqiao didn't say anything.

    Shopkeeper Ning originally wanted to chat with Meng Zitao and build a closer relationship, but seeing that Meng Zitao had something to do with Bian Xiqiao, he was too embarrassed to disturb him, so he left first.

    "Teacher Meng, thank you just now." Bian Xiqiao expressed his gratitude first.

    Meng Zitao waved his hand, saying you're welcome, and then got down to business: "Shopkeeper Bian, I heard that you got a painting of "Eighty-seven Immortals". I wonder if that painting is still there?"

    "Who did you listen to?" Bian Xiqiao asked.

    Meng Zitao said: "I heard it from a friend of mine a month ago, because one of my elders likes "Eighty-Seven Immortals", and I happened to be in the capital this time, so I came to take a look. I wonder if shopkeeper Bian can part with it?  "

    "You're late." Bian Xizhen sighed.

    "Have you already made the move? Could you please tell me, shopkeeper Bian, the name of the buyer?" Meng Zitao bowed his hand to Bian Xixuan.

    ¡°It wasn¡¯t taken, it was stolen.¡± Bian Xiqiao said with a bitter smile.

    "Ah!" Meng Zitao pretended to be surprised.

    Bian Xizhen sighed helplessly: "Hey, I was too careless. The door was not locked, which gave the thief an opportunity to take away a large number of valuable antiques including the "Eighty-seven Immortals" you mentioned.  It was stolen, including a Ming Dynasty copper incense burner that my friend put for sale for me. In order to compensate for my friend's loss, I borrowed money all over the place, but I still couldn't get it together. I really had no choice but to  I can transfer the store.¡±

    Bian Xixian¡¯s experience was indeed unfortunate, but because it was related to the treasure, Meng Zitao didn¡¯t want to cause trouble, so he chose to hide it for the time being.

    ¡°I¡¯m so sorry, I didn¡¯t know this happened.¡±

    "I'm serious, this has nothing to do with you." Bian Xizhen forced a smile on his face.

    Meng Zitao thought for a while and said: "Shopkeeper Bian, I'm sorry but I want to ask. I heard that when you got this painting, there was another thing. Is it also related to "Eighty-seven Immortals"?  Lost it together?"

    Meng Zitao said this, just asking tentatively. Unexpectedly, shopkeeper Bian actually replied: "It is indeed related to the "Eighty-seven Immortals", and it is not lost. It's just that the material of the statue is a bit strange."

    Meng Zitao felt happy, and then said: "Can you show it to me?"

    &nb?This matter is also difficult for our property management. For the sake of convenience, there are always people who do not open the door or even break the door. As you know, our community uses glass door control, which has high requirements for precision. Once it is damaged,  , usually some parts need to be replaced. Compared with the iron intercom doors currently used in old communities, they are much more difficult to repair.  Our repairs are not as fast as our damage.  "

    Meng Zitao has some experience with this. In the past, when he lived at his parents' place, there were always some people who didn't close the door properly when entering and exiting the corridor, and would always hit the door with a "bang".  It's better to hear it during the day, but sometimes I'm asleep at night and suddenly hear a door closing and I can't sleep anymore. The residents living on the first floor are most worried about this problem.

    Later, someone found a big stone and pinned the anti-theft door.  So, there is a door control but it cannot be closed.  Just to deal with this matter, the property management of the community had to deal with it several times, and coordinated with the upper and lower floors several times before it was settled.

    So you have to blame the industry for this matter, and it is indeed responsible, but the owners of the community also have responsibilities. They must be of higher quality and don't be greedy for convenience. Just close the door properly and the problem will be solved.

    Of course, Bian Xiqian was not satisfied with the security guard's answer and started arguing again. His wife had been killed. Even if the security guard wanted to find a reason, it would be hard to speak out at this time, otherwise no one would say anything about the beating.

    After Bian Xiqian scolded him for a while and his anger subsided a little, Meng Zitao persuaded him a few words and finally calmed down.

    The police and department personnel arrived immediately. Due to the need for investigation, Meng Zitao and Bian Xixuan withdrew.

    Next, Meng Zitao and the others recorded a confession while searching for clues about the murderer.

    After recording the confession, Meng Zitao asked: "Shopkeeper Bian, where is the statue you mentioned earlier? This matter is very important."

    ¡°You mean, maybe the other party came here for that statue?¡± Bian Xiqiao immediately understood what Meng Zitao meant.

    "I think it's very possible." Meng Zitao nodded.

    "The thing is in my bedside table." Bian Xizhen said quickly.

    The police took him to look for it, but they did not find it. However, a piece of jade next to it was not taken. The other party's goal was very clear.

    "Shopkeeper Bian, if someone spends money to buy this statue, will you sell it?"

    ¡°I don¡¯t think it¡¯s a good thing, so I just keep it on the bedside table. If someone wants to buy it, I will definitely sell it.¡±

    Meng Zitao breathed a sigh of relief after hearing the answer. This matter was a bit troublesome. He thought that there was probably another spy in the department, because if the other party was not anxious to find the statue, he would definitely not do such a drastic thing.  It is possible that the other party knew temporarily that he was looking for Bian Xixuan and felt that there was too little time, so he had no choice but to take risks.

    But Meng Zitao still doesn't understand, what's the point of the other party doing this, because there is always someone guarding the secret room. If the statue is the key to open the secret room, how can the other party find the opportunity to use the key?  Unless that statue has another purpose.

    Thinking of this, Meng Zitao felt something was wrong again, because he didn't know anything about the statue before coming here, and it was impossible for his colleagues to know about it, so the possibility of a spy within the department was very low.

    Meng Zitao secretly breathed a sigh of relief. He really didn't want to find any more insiders, otherwise he would lose confidence in the department.  But what happened to the murderer? Did he just happen to meet him?

    Bian Xiqian was not stupid. Seeing that Meng Zitao kept asking about the statue, he knew that there must be something hidden inside, so he asked: "Teacher Meng, please tell me what is going on!"

    By this time, Meng Zitao didn¡¯t want to hide anything anymore, so he simply explained.

    When Bian Xiqian heard that this was the case, he didn¡¯t know what to say.

    Meng Zitao said: "Shopkeeper Bian, so I hope you can tell us, where did you get that painting and statue, and how many people know about it? This is related to the detection of the case, I hope you can  Answer carefully."

    Bian Xiqiao said: "I only mentioned the paintings and sculptures to a few of my friends. Not many people knew about them. Let me think about it" (Remember this website's website address: www.hlnovel.com
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