188: Unexpected

For a major businessman like Liang Lejia who manages social circles,

one can never have too many good things.

Otherwise, in Xia Country auctions, many antiques wouldn't be rapidly appreciating and becoming such hot items.

Even hyped-up works by contemporary artists have many "suckers" chasing after them.

They don't understand art, and they don't want to become a laughingstock by pretending to be cultured.

But they have no choice.

Expensive antiques and artworks are suitable gifts.

Combined with a story like picking up a bargain in an abandoned warehouse,

it makes for the perfect gift.

When Liang Lejia walked toward the warehouse door, everyone tactfully made way for him.

Qin Yun carefully examined the canvas, pigments, and painting techniques.

He determined that this oil painting was definitely the work of Giuseppe Castiglione.

"Of course it's real. It's just an ordinary oil painting; I wouldn't lie about it."

Qin Yun said indifferently, seeing it was the person who had stopped Liu Yuanhua.

Although this person's kindness hadn't been a huge help, he was still grateful.

"I am Liang Lejia, in charge of the development of this land. I'm very interested in this painting; could you let me have it?"

Liang Lejia introduced himself politely before stating his intention.

Very interested?

Interested without even looking at it?

Qin Yun found it a bit strange, but he still agreed.

"Sure, as long as the price is reasonable, everything is negotiable."

Qin Yun wasn't particularly interested in oil paintings anyway.

He still had to return to the US, and taking antiques through customs would be a hassle.

Selling it here was a much better option.

Liang Lejia glanced at an assistant behind him.

The assistant took out a magnifying glass, put on white gloves, said "excuse me," and began to examine the oil painting in Qin Yun's hand.

After a minute, his face remained expressionless as he returned to Liang Lejia's side without a word.

"Mr. Liang, the painting is genuine."

After whispering this, the assistant didn't say another word.

Everything depended on Liang Lejia's decision.

Liang Lejia looked at the dimensions of the painting and searched his phone for the market price of Giuseppe Castiglione's oil paintings at the Auction House.

"The size and content of this painting are similar to those at the Auction House. One sold there for 5.6 million; how about I take it for 6 million?"

Liang Lejia considered for a moment and offered a relatively high price.

Everyone around was stunned.

As expected of Boss Liang, he truly is generous.

"This kid is so lucky. Boss Liang appeared just as Young Master Liu was about to teach him a lesson, and a warehouse bought for over 2 million was turned around and sold for 6 million!"

"I wish I had that kind of luck."

"You? Even with triple the courage, you wouldn't dare snatch something from under Young Master Liu's nose!"

"After trading with Boss Liang, Young Master Liu probably won't make a move, right?"

"Probably. Young Master Liu relies on Boss Liang for a living. Although they aren't subordinates, Boss Liang's strength and connections far exceed Young Master Liu's."

Hearing Liang Lejia's offer, Qin Yun knew he was getting a very good deal.

Selling at an auction requires paying a commission.

Private transaction prices are generally about 80% of Auction House prices.

Yet the other party was offering 6 million, far exceeding the Auction House price.

And he hadn't even looked closely at the painting; it seemed the other party was a true big shot.

"Fine, but I have one condition."

As soon as Qin Yun spoke, everyone was dumbfounded.

"This kid is bold, daring to set conditions for Boss Liang."

"Greed is like a snake trying to swallow an elephant. 6 million is already far beyond the painting's value. If Boss Liang backs out, no one can protect him!"

"Luckily Boss Liang has good character, otherwise he'd have lost his temper long ago."

Liu Yuanhua saw that the kid and Boss Liang were about to reach a deal.

He was extremely anxious.

If Boss Liang was watching, he couldn't openly target the boy.

But since this kid even dared to offend Boss Liang, he couldn't be blamed for taking action.

Liang Lejia was slightly annoyed, and his face instantly turned cold.

He had intended to look after the young man who had found something good on his own turf.

It would have been a nice story once it spread.

He didn't expect the kid to be so ungrateful.

"What condition? Let's hear it."

In his mind, Liang Lejia had already written Qin Yun off; he wouldn't care even if Liu Yuanhua caused him trouble.

"I'm a fan of fair trades. I still have many things in the warehouses I won, and I don't have the time or energy to deal with them. How about I package them all and give them to you?"

Qin Yun stated the condition he had already thought through.

The oil painting in this warehouse was worth a lot, and the mahogany office furniture in Warehouse Number Eleven was also quite valuable.

But this was in Kyoto.

He didn't have the connections or channels to process these items.

He was reluctant to throw them away, so giving them to Liang Lejia was the perfect solution.

The auction price Liang Lejia referenced was from last year; prestigious artworks appreciate every year.

Buying the contents of two warehouses for 6 million wouldn't be much of a loss for either side.

The people around were shocked that Qin Yun dared to offer a "favor" to Boss Liang.

Who did he think he was looking down on?

Their statuses were not equal; Boss Liang giving Qin Yun a benefit was seen as only natural.

Qin Yun giving Boss Liang a benefit was seen as an insult.

A big boss like Boss Liang wouldn't care about such a small amount of money.

With this thought, the warehouse entrance immediately fell silent.

No one dared to speak; you could hear a pin drop.

Only the sound of heavy breathing could be heard, making the atmosphere even more tense.

Liu Yuanhua almost jumped with joy.

He had thought Qin Yun was going to extort Boss Liang.

He didn't expect this kid to be so ignorant, actually daring to "bestow" things upon Boss Liang.

Even if one were seeking death, they shouldn't provoke a giant like Boss Liang!

In Liu Yuanhua's eyes, Boss Liang would surely be humiliated and enraged.

With just a single word, countless people would line up to vent Boss Liang's anger.

He could also take this opportunity to Curry favor with Boss Liang.

And get his revenge at the same time.

It was truly killing two birds with one stone!

Liang Lejia's expression gradually became solemn.

He carefully sized up Qin Yun once more.

Neither humble nor arrogant, with a completely calm demeanor!

Facing him without losing any composure, as if they were on equal footing.

Since achieving great success in real estate, it had been a long time since any young man had dared to treat him this way!

"Good, good, good!"

"I accept your condition! I acknowledge you as a friend; we are equals!"

"If you need anything, you can ask; otherwise, I won't step in to help. This is my trust and respect for a friend!"

Liang Lejia excitedly said "good" three times.

He used Liu Yuanhua's threat to test Qin Yun.

If Qin Yun didn't ask for help, he would hold him in high regard.

If Qin Yun did ask for help, Liang Lejia would certainly assist, but they would no longer be equals!

This was what Qin Yun had asked for, and he was happy to see it through.

"No problem, pleasure doing business with you."

Qin Yun's expression remained calm as he took the initiative to shake hands with Liang Lejia.

A consensus was reached.

Seeing his testing words produce no reaction, Liang Lejia felt a bit frustrated but also developed a strong sense of curiosity toward Qin Yun.

"This is my Invitation Card. I'm very glad to have made a friend like you!"

"I also have an invitation to an auction held by Kyoto's elite. Are you interested in coming?"

Liang Lejia asked with a tone of friendly provocation.

Qin Yun heard the challenge in Liang Lejia's words and simply smiled.

"Of course, I've always been very bold!"