This is why, in many cases, while people are aware of certain collections, the identities of their owners often remain a mystery.


    Zhou Liangyun recently created a new ount on an anonymous website, paying a registration fee of 10,000 yuan, which ensures a high level of security.


    Once his ount was set up, he intended to share photos and details of a bronze Buddha he possessed, tagging a price of 20 million yuan.


    He believed this price was quite reasonable. Had the gilt bronze Buddha still been intact, its value could have soared to around 100 million yuan. However, considering the absence of the gilt, he felt a 30% discount was justified.


    With that 30% reduction in mind, he further shed the price by an additional 10 to 20 million yuan, which he thought was an excellent deal.<h3 style="background-color:DodgerBlue">


    Moreover, bronze Buddhas from the Northern Song Dynasty are exceptionally rare; sometimes, not a single new piece surfaces in a year. True collectors, eager to acquire such an item, might even be willing to pay a premium. As a result, he was confident that once he put the item out there, it would be snatched up by tonight.


    While he was in the midst of drafting the introduction for his post, a sudden knock at the door interrupted him.


    Looking up, he saw Jacob standing outside, peering through the ss window.


    Zhou Liangyun instantly recognized Jacob. In his efforts to entice Charlie to Jiqingtang, he had purposely tried to build a rapport with Jacob. So, upon seeing Jacob unexpectedly show up at the store, he quickly pieced together the events of the day.


    A wave of amusement washed over him as he thought, “So, it turns out that person was sent by Jacob…”


    With that thought in mind, he set his phone down, shook his head, and approached the door with a smile, ready to greet him.


    As he opened the door, he was met by Jacob’s smug expression and greeted him warmly: “Ah, Mr. Willson! Long time no see.”


    Jacob smirked disdainfully, saying, “Oh, Manager Zhou! When did you return? Why didn’t you drop me a message on WeChat? You have my ount.”


    Zhou Liangyun replied with a slight bow, “I apologize, Mr. Willson. I came back rather quietly this time, and no one was informed.”


    Jacob chuckled, “Ah, you’re so low-key! You just want to make a fortune quietly, don’t you?”


    With a smile, Zhou Liangyun responded, “Not at all! I just came back to Aurous Hill to engage in some modest business. I never dare to dream of getting rich.”<fn82e6> ???? ????s? ???????s ?? find?novel</fn82e6>


    Jacob raised an eyebrow, “You just stumbled upon a significant opportunity, and you’re telling me you don’t expect to get rich? Who would believe that?”


    Zhou Liangyun paused for a moment, then replied with a smile, “Oh, Mr. Willson, you must be well-informed. I just acquired something interesting, and it seems you’ve heard about it.”


    He continued modestly, “I was fortunate enough toe across a rather good find, to be honest. I didn’t anticipate uncovering such a treasure right after starting my business.”


    Jacob scoffed, “Oh, are you still dreaming?”


    “Me?” Zhou Liangyun asked, taken aback. “What do you mean by that?”


    Jacob replied sarcastically, “Check out the short video tform; you’ve be quite the sensation in the Aurous Hill antique scene! People have even given you a nickname: ‘Antique Street Old Boy.’ You, Manager Zhou, are truly making waves!”