The Real Heiress Has an Appraisal System

"Alright!" he nodded.

"About this, Miss Gu... I can offer you 16 million. I discussed it with the others last night. What do you think of this price?"

Zhao Dehai was clearly a man of conscience. Gu Shengsheng felt that he must have fought hard for that price.

So, she nodded. "Thank you, Mr. Zhao."

And so, Second Madam Lu and her card-playing friends watched as Gu Shengsheng easily earned 16 million.

’How is this Gu Shengsheng so capable...?’

Mrs. Yang, in particular, was mortified. She had previously made a fuss over ten million, feeling that Gu Shengsheng had taken advantage of her, and had even claimed she was just "bestowing" it upon a beggar like Gu Shengsheng.

’Who would have thought... she could earn so much just by restoring a single antique.’

’That’s even more impressive than what my husband’s company makes.’ Of course, she only thought this to herself.

On the surface, she would never admit to Gu Shengsheng’s success.

’And look at that Zhao Dehai... why is he on such good terms with her?’

’How did a little bitch like her manage to climb her way into a connection like Zhao Dehai?’

The other ladies had too many questions as well, but none of them knew how to ask... They could only wait for Zhao Dehai to speak.

...

Zhao Dehai had intended to leave once the transaction was complete, but he could see that the young woman’s situation didn’t seem very good.

’It seems her in-laws look down on her because of her background.’

’In that case, I’ll have to stand up for the little lady.’

So, he sat down in the seat of honor in the living room and asked, "How is your Lu Family’s matriarch, Mrs. Lu Sr.?"

Years ago, Mrs. Lu Sr. had been a renowned businesswoman. She and Mr. Lu Sr. were among the first to dive into the world of commerce, and that was how the Lu Family’s fortune was built.

So when he asked, Second Madam Lu replied with the utmost respect, "My mother-in-law went out for a walk. She should be back in three to five minutes."

"If you have time, Mr. Zhao, you could also wait for our Chaoyang to get back."

"Chaoyang met you when he was little and has always admired you. He’s been wanting to speak with you and ask for some advice. If you don’t mind, Mr. Zhao, perhaps you could..."

Before she could finish, Zhao Dehai cut her off. "I do mind. I mind very much."

"I’m just an appraiser. I have no particular friendship with you all, nor do I have any experience to impart. As for Shengsheng, we get along well because her appraisal skills are excellent. She is top-notch."

As he spoke, the faces of the card-playing ladies began to burn with heat.

They felt so awkward it was as if they were sitting on pins and needles.

Second Madam Lu, Wang Shufen, especially, could barely maintain the smile on her face.

Just then, Mrs. Lu Sr. walked in.

Seeing Zhao Dehai, she laughed and said, "Well, well, if it isn’t Boy Zhao! What brings you to our home?"

"Yes, I came to discuss something with Miss Gu," he said, standing up respectfully.

Mrs. Lu Sr. chuckled, covering her mouth with her hand. She took Shengsheng’s hand and said, "It’s nothing. Shengsheng is the granddaughter-in-law I’m most proud of."

Zhao Dehai had originally planned to mention how Second Madam Lu was bullying Gu Shengsheng, but seeing how much Mrs. Lu Sr. cared for and doted on Shengsheng, he decided against it.

Besides, it didn’t seem like Miss Gu was the type to let herself be taken advantage of.

He finally breathed a sigh of relief.

He said, "I’ll be going then, Miss Gu. If you find any other treasures in the future, be sure to consider me first. For the sake of our life-and-death friendship."

Gu Shengsheng found this amusing.

She nodded. "Okay. I’ll see you out, Mr. Zhao."

Once they were outside, Zhao Dehai said at the door, "That second aunt-in-law of yours is no good. My status might intimidate her for a while, but I suspect she’ll be back to causing trouble later."

"You came to Beijing City all by yourself and don’t have any family here. From now on, I’ll be your family. If anything happens, just call me, and I’ll come represent your side of the family."

"...Okay." It was impossible not to be moved. Gu Shengsheng’s voice was a little hoarse. "Thank you, Mr. Zhao."

"By the way, I saw on the livestream that you picked up a land deed from the Republic era and took a gamble on it. You even spent over 10 million on a worthless-looking piece of land. Did you spend all your savings on that?"

"Yes," she nodded.

Zhao Dehai smiled. "You’ve got a lot of guts, kid."

"You’re a lot like I was when I was young. It’s a shame I’m old now and don’t have that kind of courage anymore. But win or lose, whether you find anything or not, in my book, you’ve already won."

Gu Shengsheng’s faint dimples appeared. "Just hearing you say that, Mr. Zhao, is more than enough for me. I’m flattered."

She knew how difficult it was to gain recognition in the world of appraisal. It was hard enough for men, let alone women, who had never truly been accepted by the market.

That was why Gu Shengsheng wanted to be the one to break that zero-percent chance.

After Zhao Dehai returned with the bird cage, the official social media account of the Cultural Relics Bureau updated with a new post:

The Ming Dynasty Enamel Bird Cage will be exhibited at the Beijing Museum in seven days. Our thanks to Miss Gu Shengsheng for the restoration. @Gu Shengsheng.

When netizens saw this news, it was absolutely explosive.

Such a simple, unremarkable official announcement completely dispelled all the doubts they had held for so long.

Gu Shengsheng didn’t even need to offer an explanation to earn everyone’s shock and recognition.

"HOLY CRAP, this Gu Shengsheng is a beast! She actually managed to fix the Enamel Bird Cage!"

"OMG, she picked this up at a flea market! For less than fifty yuan, and she earned 16 million! I’m never again saying women are useless. I’m the fucking useless idiot man."

"You can’t argue with this. It’s not luck at all, the woman is genuinely skilled. I watched her restore it all night last night, and even then, I had a feeling. This person is destined for great things."

"I can’t believe she sold it directly to the Cultural Relics Bureau..."

"My God, my monthly salary is three thousand and I’m dying of envy. The main thing is, the work she does... who else can do that?!"

"She’s my idol from now on. Now I’m just curious about that plot of land she bought for 12 million. I wonder if that will turn out to be a treasure too?"

"I wouldn’t dare to guess, but I don’t dare to doubt her anymore either. We’ll just have to wait and see."

"..."

Instantly, Gu Shengsheng’s collected Emotion Value began to jump wildly.

It shot all the way up to 10,000.

[System] Congratulations, Host. 10,000 Emotion Value has been collected. Porcelain Panel Attribute +1.

Gu Shengsheng: ???

Sitting at home, she couldn’t figure it out. She hadn’t done anything. ’Has the Emotion Value gone crazy?’

’Why is it jumping like this? Is there something wrong with the System?’

But even after she received the Porcelain Panel Attribute, the System’s Emotion Value continued to rise, finally stopping at 13,000.

Gu Shengsheng: "..."

’Sitting at home, and Emotion Value falls from the sky.’

[System] Next Emotion Value upgrade requires 20,000. Please continue your efforts, Host.

Gu Shengsheng was speechless. ’Looks like leveling up is getting harder and harder.’

"System, how did I get so much all at once? Have the netizens gone crazy?"

[System]: The Cultural Relics Bureau officially announced the sale of the Enamel Bird Cage.

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