Reborn Fairy Wife Takes Me on a Gaggle-Fire rampage

Wen Shu noticed that the patterns on the vase seemed to be in the style of traditional Chinese landscape painting, with undulating mountains and swirling clouds, as if landscape paintings had been painted directly onto the porcelain. He couldn't help but exclaim, "This is truly ingenious; every stroke reveals the craftsman's exquisite skills."

Mu Chen's father smiled at Wen Shu and said, "Yes, this vase is not only a work of art, but also a testament to our family history. It is said that this pair of vases was made by a famous craftsman during the Qing Dynasty, and every generation of the Mu Chen family has carefully protected them."

Wen Shu nodded in understanding. He continued to examine the vase closely with a magnifying glass and discovered tiny seal script characters engraved on the bottom, recording the year of its creation and the craftsman's name. Although the characters were small, Wen Shu was able to clearly decipher them with the help of the magnifying glass.

As Wen Shu observed, he began to ask Mu Chen's father more about the history and stories of the vases. Mu Chen's father was happy to share, recounting family legends about the vases and their importance within the family. Wen Shu listened with great interest, not only admiring the artistic value of the vases but also developing a strong interest in the rich cultural connotations and historical stories behind them.

After admiring the vases, Wen Shu carefully put them back in their original place.

The table was covered with various small objects, from rustic ceramic ware to exquisite metal crafts, and some calligraphy and paintings that looked quite old. Wen Shu picked up each of these objects and carefully observed every detail. She gently stroked the surface of the objects with her fingers, feeling their texture, while using her well-trained eyes to examine every possible flaw and inconsistency.

She placed the obviously fake items in one place, and by the end of the morning, Wen Shu had found five fakes. Some of these fakes were modern imitations, while others were crudely made, low-quality imitations. She neatly arranged these fakes on the corner of the table, as if silently demonstrating their unreality.

Mu Chen's father, an elderly man with a deep interest in antique collecting, silently observed Wen Shu's every move. He couldn't help but recall how he had acquired these items. Some he had bought at high prices at auctions, while others he had purchased from private collectors through introductions from friends. He remembered the excitement and anticipation during each transaction, and the satisfaction he felt after obtaining these items.

However, looking at the fakes that Wen Shu had picked out, Mu Chen's father felt a sense of doubt and unease. He began to question whether his past judgment could truly distinguish between genuine and fake. He decided that after Wen Shu completed the appraisal, he would carefully inquire about the characteristics and identification methods of each fake, so that he could be more cautious in collecting and appreciating these precious antiques in the future.

Around noon, sunlight streamed through the dining room windows, illuminating the warm wooden dining table where the Mu family was enjoying a simple home-cooked meal. At the table, the father suddenly spoke, his tone both serious and concerned: "Wen Shu is a bright and talented young woman, truly a rare find. Mu Chen, you must cherish her and not let her down. When the time is right, propose marriage; don't drag it out. If you encounter any difficulties or problems, remember that your family will always be your strongest support."

Mu Chen put down his chopsticks, looked earnestly at his father, and replied, "Father, I keep your teachings in mind. Actually, I've already been planning these things. We do have some important matters to attend to recently, so we've temporarily put the marriage proposal on hold. Shu Shu is currently busy renovating her studio to open an antique restoration shop. I fully support her decision and believe she can do a great job. As for myself, I have a project that requires me to travel for work. Once I've taken care of everything and made all the arrangements, we'll start preparing for the wedding."

Mu Chen continued, "Shushu has an unparalleled passion and dedication to antique restoration. She can always decipher the traces of history from those ancient objects and give them new life. She demands perfection in every detail, and I deeply admire her focus and professionalism. I hope to provide her with a better environment so that she can devote herself wholeheartedly to her career."

Hearing Mu Chen's words, the father smiled with satisfaction. He nodded and said, "That's good, that's good. Seeing that you two can support each other and make progress together, I, as your father, am at ease. Remember, no matter what difficulties you encounter, the door of our home will always be open for you. Your happiness is our greatest wish."

Upon hearing the joyous news of her son's impending marriage, Mu Chen's mother's face immediately lit up with a radiant smile. She hurriedly retrieved an elegant bank card and a box filled with dazzling jewelry from her room, and approached Wen Shu with delight. She warmly took Wen Shu's hand and said gently, "Shu Shu, I was a little late in hearing this good news and couldn't prepare a proper gift for you right away. Please accept these jewelry pieces and this bank card. Although there isn't much money in it, it's just a small token of my affection, a little red envelope for you. The PIN is Mu Chen's birthday; I hope you like it." Seeing his mother's gesture, Mu Chen gestured for Wen Shu to accept the gift. "Thank you, Mom. I came in a hurry this time and didn't prepare a gift. I'll definitely make it up to you next time." Mu Chen's mother smiled lovingly and waved her hand, saying, "You're going to be our future daughter-in-law; these are all things you should have received. Don't feel embarrassed. I liked you very much the first time I saw you; I think you're a blessing to Mu Chen." Her words were full of praise and acceptance for Wen Shu, making Wen Shu feel incredibly warm and happy.

Mu Chen's father carefully took out an elegant bank card from the inside pocket of his dark suit. Smiling, his eyes filled with anticipation and blessings for his son and future daughter-in-law, he handed the card to Mu Chen. His words were both solemn and warm: "This money is a business start-up gift for my daughter-in-law. I hope it will be helpful in her new career. I also need her to appraise some antiques for me later, so please accept it. It's just a small token of my appreciation."

Mu Chen took the bank card from his father, feeling his father's love and support. Deep gratitude filled his eyes; he understood that his father's gift was not just money, but also a token of trust and encouragement.