A lucky cat fell from the sky.

Chapter 20 The Toilet's Night-Blooming Fragrance

With Bai Xiaochen and Su Qian'er's two treasures making the cut, the treasure competition wasn't too dull.

However, precisely because their gifts were both of such a high standard, many people began to secretly consider whether they should bring out their own treasures to compare.

Therefore, no one had the idea of ​​competing to be the first.

Seeing that the treasure-hunting competition was about to fall apart, Old Master Gu had no choice but to say, "It seems that Qian'er and Xiao Chen are both a bit lacking in the younger generation. Why don't we just call out names and have them come forward to present their treasures?"

The other two also agreed. They had previously felt that Old Master Gu's standards were a bit too high, but it was his birthday, and the return gift was given by him, so it was not appropriate to ask him to lower his standards.

As a result, no one had the courage to show off their treasures, fearing that they would only embarrass themselves instead of showing off their treasures.

After Grandpa Gu finished speaking, Su Ruocheng said, "Brother, how about we take turns calling out names and have a competition between us?"

Old Master Gu smiled and said, "Brother Su, I am not as good as you at judging objects, but when it comes to judging people, I am no worse than you."

He said it unintentionally, but Su Ruocheng felt a pang of hurt.

Su Ruocheng initially fell for a girl from a prominent family, went to great lengths to pursue her, and eventually married her. However, this well-bred young lady, though seemingly alright, was not the type to settle down and live a stable life.

So, shortly after giving birth to her daughter Su Qian'er, she divorced Su Ruocheng, and they went their separate ways, each living their own lives.

These past few days, she's suddenly reappeared out of nowhere, saying that if she takes Su Qian'er away, she and Su Ruocheng will have a very unpleasant argument.

Su Qian'er was a sensible child. In order not to make things difficult for her father, she agreed to stay with her mother for a while and see if she could adapt.

This is what Su Ruocheng meant by "family matter." In Su Ruocheng's view, this is no longer a family matter but a family scandal.

Of course, he knew that Old Master Gu wasn't talking about his family affairs. He took it personally, calmed himself down, and took a sip of tea: "Brother, I'll go first."

His gaze swept across the entire room.

The entire audience consisted of young people eager to show off their treasures but too afraid to step forward. These young people were all dressed in designer luxury brands, clearly from wealthy families.

Because of his family affairs, Su Ruocheng had recently lost his fondness for these rich kids, so his gaze swept past them and landed on Ma Yue. Only this girl was dressed simply, otherwise he would have chosen her.

Ma Yue was carrying a toilet, which was made of very good wood, so it was extremely heavy.

But Lu Shao said that this toilet was a treasure and was to be presented to Old Master Gu, so it couldn't be touched or bumped, so she had no choice but to keep carrying it.

“That young lady,” Su Ruocheng pointed at Ma Yue, “the one carrying the big box.”

All eyes were on Ma Yue.

Ma Yue was a little confused.

She turned to look at Young Master Lu, who was a little unsure about the toilet he had acquired and was considering what to do. Just then, Young Master Hao looked at Young Master Lu and said, "Isn't this treasure Young Master Lu's? Young Master Lu, quickly take out the treasure and let us see it."

Lu Shao was a little embarrassed, so he had Ma Yue carry the toilet forward.

After the layers of packaging were removed, a bright vermilion toilet was revealed to everyone.

There was an uproar.

"What the hell is this?"

"It looks like a toilet."

"A toilet? No way, who would be so bold as to present a toilet on Old Master Gu's birthday?"

Say anything.

Young Master Lu was also feeling quite uneasy. He had only been thinking about presenting the treasure, but he hadn't expected it to be Old Master Gu's birthday.

In fact, his family was only considered third-rate in Longqiu City, and he was able to participate in this treasure competition thanks to his sister.

So he only knew that there were benefits to participating in the treasure-hunting competition, but he didn't think about why the Gu family wanted to hold such a competition.

This is a bit awkward. Offering a toilet to someone on their birthday is like putting newspaper in a wedding gift envelope—it's extremely taboo.

Lu Shao quickly clarified, "This treasure is not mine; she chose it herself."

At this point, Su Ruocheng was also a little confused.

He was considered one of the top appraisers in the antique industry in Longqiu City, and he could tell at a glance that it was a toilet.

Regardless of the era, how can something like a toilet be treated like a treasure?

Old Master Gu's expression also turned somewhat unpleasant.

He never imagined that someone would be so blind as to bring a toilet to his birthday celebration.

"I wonder who you are representing, young friend, and what is the meaning of presenting this toilet?" Old Master Gu said. "Please explain, young lady."

Ma Yue originally wanted to do Lu Shao a favor, but now even if she's slow to realize it, she knows she's been tricked by Lu Shao.

She looked at Lu Shao with some helplessness, but Lu Shao was like an ostrich in the sand, wishing he could bury his head in the sand.

Wu Cheng was also gloating. Seeing that Young Master Lu had offended the Gu family so quickly, Wu Cheng felt that the day when he could trample Young Master Lu and the Lu family under his feet was coming soon.

At this moment, Jin Wanliang sighed softly: "Kid, you were the one who suggested buying this toilet for him, weren't you? Do you think if the Gu family investigates this kid, they'll find out that you were the one who gave him instructions?"

Wu Cheng was taken aback. He hadn't really considered this aspect. Back on the antique street, Jin Wanliang had given him a few pointers and then lay down to sleep. Although Jin Wanliang knew about him pointing out the toilet to Young Master Lu, he hadn't said anything.

Wu Cheng only intended to trick Lu Shao, but he didn't expect Lu Shao to bring this up in a treasure hunt.

Lu Shao offended the Gu family because of this toilet, and they'll definitely find a scapegoat. Judging from Ma Yue's expression, it seems she wants to implicate Lu Shao. A woman who's willing to cheat on her husband for money has no loyalty whatsoever.

So in the end, Young Master Lu will still expose me. And since Young Master Lu has a sister who is a martial arts apprentice, he probably won't be punished. But what about me?

If he were to truly confront the Gu family, he would be no match for them in any aspect. Besides, Old Master Gu is a rather decent person, and Wu Cheng has no intention of offending him.

Upon thinking of this, Wu Cheng quickly asked, "Is this toilet a treasure?"

Jin Wanliang said casually, "Although there is no craftsmanship on it, there is a treasure in this toilet called the Night Fragrance Dao Bead. According to the current prices in your Jiuyuan Kingdom, it should be no less valuable than that set of Four Monkeys."

"Night-fragrant orchid beads?" Wu Cheng knew that "night-fragrant" referred to excrement and urine from the toilet, and couldn't help but wonder, "Aren't night-fragrant orchid beads just dung balls?"

Jin Wanliang rolled his eyes at Wu Cheng: "It's terrible to be uncultured. Taoism says that the Tao is in excrement and urine. This is called 'the more you defile, the worse it gets.' Anyway, I, the cat, will not cheat you. You can just admit it."