After the universally disliked young master is reborn, the older sisters panic.

"You'll be crying later," Chen Hao said coldly.

He then explained to Gu Xingzhou, "One of the two paintings and calligraphies we won from the Zhenpinlou last time was an authentic work by Master Wang."

After the two paintings and calligraphy works were won back, they were kept in the Gu family's old house.

As for how he learned to appraise calligraphy and paintings, it was because he was interested in these two pieces and started learning.

When he discovered that the seemingly ordinary calligraphy and painting was a genuine work by Master Wang, he found it unbelievable.

Gu Xingzhou's eyes widened, and he exclaimed in surprise, "Is it that painting?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Gu Xingzhou turned around and ran towards the second floor.

A short while later, he came down carrying a box as if it were a precious treasure.

Arriving before everyone, Gu Xingzhou carefully opened the box. Just as he reached out to take out the painting, he suddenly stopped.

He then hurriedly ordered the maid beside him, "Get me a pair of gloves."

How can you touch such precious calligraphy and paintings with your hands?

Gu Xingchi looked at Gu Xingzhou, who was trying to sound mysterious, and said sarcastically, "This is definitely not a genuine piece either."

His hands quietly clenched into fists, and he gradually felt uneasy.

Gu Xingzhou rolled his eyes, too lazy to pay attention to him, then took the gloves handed to him by the maid, put them on, and carefully took out the calligraphy and painting.

He took the whole painting out and placed it on a shelf that the servants had already set aside for everyone to admire.

Chen Hao stepped forward and said loudly, "This painting is the real work of Master Wang. Look at the seal, the paper material, and the ink. They all match what I said."

After a pause, he continued, "Friends who understand calligraphy and painting can come up and take a look at the brushstrokes and structure to know whether it is an authentic work or not."

Upon hearing this, many people stood up, stepped forward, and carefully examined the object.

When someone reached out to touch it, Gu Xingzhou quickly stopped them, saying, "Wear gloves before touching it, otherwise no one is allowed to touch it."

The man didn't think anything was wrong and obediently put on gloves to touch the calligraphy and paintings.

Genuine works should be treated this way.

At this moment, someone spoke up, "This is truly a genuine work by Master Wang."

"Yes, it's true."

A chorus of agreement arose.

With a gloomy face, Gu Xingchi pushed through the crowd to examine the painting closely. He reached out to touch the paper, but Gu Xingzhou grabbed his hand, saying, "You can only look, not touch."

"Hmph." Gu Xingchi snorted coldly, shaking off Gu Xingzhou's hand, and questioned loudly, "You clearly have the original but you won't show it, watching me make a fool of myself. Are you proud of that?!"

Gu Xingzhou pursed his lips speechlessly, then replied haughtily, "I forgot."

It's just some insignificant calligraphy and painting in my collection, how come I remember it so clearly?

Besides, Brother Hao told you he'd seen it, but you wouldn't believe him. Whose fault is that?

"You! You're doing great!" Gu Xingchi glared fiercely at Gu Xingzhou, then turned and glared at Chen Hao.

After a while, a smile returned to his lips. "We've been arguing for so long, and I still haven't seen Chen Hao's birthday present."

You're not trying to change the subject because you didn't prepare a gift, are you?

Gu Xingzhou stood in front of Chen Hao, raised his chin, and said nonchalantly, "I don't lack anything. It doesn't matter whether I give a gift or not, as long as the person comes, that's enough."

These are his true feelings. He has plenty of food and drink, and his house is overflowing with luxury goods.

He really doesn't need a birthday present.

Just then, Nan Yan's voice came over, "Chen Hao's gift is here, let's deliver it together."

Hearing the sound, Chen Hao looked over and saw a bodyguard pushing Nan Yan over.

As they slowly approached, Chen Hao stepped forward and took the wheelchair from the bodyguard. "Why are you only arriving now? I thought you weren't coming today."

"There was a traffic jam on the road," Nan Yan replied casually, a slight smile playing on her lips.

When Gu Xingchi saw the beauty, his eyes widened in disbelief.

Seeing this, Chen Hao stepped forward, blocking Nan Yan's path, and shouted sharply, "Don't you want your eyes anymore?"

Gu Xingchi withdrew his gaze and said disdainfully, "Oh, so you can't afford a wedding gift and rely on your fiancée for financial support?"

By the way, you're not engaged yet, so she's not considered a fiancée.

What good is being good-looking if you're just a cripple?

“Although we’re not engaged yet, it’s only a matter of time. We’re family now,” Nan Yan explained calmly. “Why exchange gifts between two families when we’re family?”

"So that means being a kept man?" Gu Xingchi mocked.

Relying on women and brothers, what a loser!

Chen Hao smiled indifferently, "So what if I live off a woman?"

"Do you have any free lunch? With such poor character, I doubt anyone would want you."

"Brother Hao, you're right. None of the rich heiresses in Beijing have taken a liking to him," Gu Xingzhou replied with a smile.

"Shut up!" Gu Xingchi roared.

Then he turned to Chen Hao, pressing him aggressively, "Where's your gift? Did you really come to your coming-of-age ceremony empty-handed?"

As soon as he finished speaking, Lu Jiaqi's voice rang out, "Chen's gift is here."

Lu Jiaqi walked over in a light yellow evening gown, looking playful and cute.

Gu Xingzhou tactfully accepted the gift box she handed him. "Wow, Brother Hao, thank you for the gift. I really like it."

He wasn't sure if Hao had prepared a gift or not, but just in case, he wanted to save face for Hao.

Gu Xingchi scoffed, "Your acting is so fake."

"This gift was probably prepared by the young lady herself, wasn't it?"

He was secretly filled with jealousy; how could a poor boy attract so many beautiful women!

How abominable!

Are all those beautiful women blind?

They'd rather give up a wealthy heir and choose a poor boy!

Lu Jiaqi lowered his head and replied awkwardly, "This is a gift that Chen asked me to bring, it's not mine."

She's usually a well-behaved girl and never lies.

She felt a little nervous about lying today.

Gu Xingzhou gave Gu Xingchi a light scolding, "Why do you have to meddle in everything?! This is a gift for me, not for you, what's the rush!"

"I'm just worried you'll get scammed and make some shady friends," Gu Xingchi replied insincerely.

"It's none of your business what friends I make!" Gu Xingzhou shouted angrily. "Mind your own business!"

Gu Xingchi said gloatingly, "You're angry already? You never used to be like this."

"you......"

"Xingzhou, don't be angry. Today is your birthday, you can't be angry." Chen Hao interrupted Gu Xingzhou before he could finish speaking.

She then took a gift box from her pocket and handed it to him, saying, "This is a birthday present for you. I don't know if you'll like it."

Looking at the simple gift box, Gu Xingchi blurted out, "Where did you buy this cheap stuff from a street vendor?"

What good gifts can a poor guy give?

Gu Xingzhou took a deep breath and then shouted at Gu Xingchi, "Open your eyes wide and look carefully!"

The gift Hao-ge gave me is definitely better than the counterfeit goods you sent!

As soon as he finished speaking, Gu Xingzhou picked up the gift from the gift box.

"Top-quality jadeite!" someone exclaimed.