"After the Ming Dynasty, rice paper was used for painting. Rice paper has a relatively long lifespan. So when these paintings on rice paper fell into the hands of merchants, who focused on profit, they chose to split the original paintings into multiple layers."
"Then they used other rice paper to mount and thicken these separated layers."
"In this way, one original item could be turned into many. However, since they were different layers after splitting, they were still different from the original painting."
Hearing Xu Qingqing's words, everyone suddenly understood. Some people even started to clap for her.
"She really deserves to have beaten Wang Pan. She's truly amazing."
"What's Wang Pan? Look at her performance on stage just now. She was so petty, making it seem as if our Jiang University couldn't accept defeat."
The people below were discussing when Professor Zhou on the stage waved his hand, and everyone immediately fell silent.
Professor Zhou then took the initiative to tell everyone the origin of this painting.
"This painting was originally brought to me by the police for authenticity appraisal. A merchant bought this painting for 30 million yuan. Later, his company went bankrupt due to some accidents. When the creditor came to collect the debt, he asked to use this painting to pay it off."
"The creditor was afraid that the painting was fake, so he brought it to experts for appraisal. Some said it was real, while others said it was fake. Finally, they came to me."
"My appraisal result was that the painting was fake, but the merchant wasn't convinced, so he reported it to the police. Later, a special meeting was held, gathering several top archaeologists. In the end, it was unanimously agreed that the painting was a fake."
"I brought this painting here for you today. On the one hand, it's to let you see a sophisticated deception. On the other hand, I hope that in the future, when you appraise the authenticity of cultural relics and ancient paintings, you must be extremely careful. If you're not fully confident, don't easily determine the authenticity."
"Your judgment of authenticity may affect someone's fate."
Professor Zhou explained this matter in a simple and easy - to - understand way, using it as a lesson for everyone. Even Xu Qingqing beside him felt very inspired.
She didn't expect that a simple job of appraising cultural relics could be made so practical by Professor Zhou.
"Thank you, Professor Zhou, for your guidance. After listening to your lecture today, I'll respect my job even more."
Xu Qingqing sincerely expressed her gratitude to Professor Zhou and then walked off the stage.
This class came to an end here.
Lu Fenglin looked at Xu Qingqing with a smile as she returned to her seat and praised, "You really live up to your reputation, Miss Xu. You don't know that when you stood on the stage just now, you were so radiant, as if you were glowing."
"I saw quite a few people secretly paying attention to you. I'm sure there will be many people asking for your contact information after this class."
Xu Qingqing raised her eyebrows. "What? Do you even want to interfere in the matter of others asking for my contact information?"
Lu Fenglin shook his head helplessly. "Miss Xu, you underestimate me too much. I'm not that kind of person."
Originally, they thought it would be other students coming to ask for Xu Qingqing's contact information, but unexpectedly, after the class ended, Professor Zhou came directly to Xu Qingqing.
"Miss Xu, I'd like to discuss a private matter with you. Could you please come with me for a further talk?"
As he said this, Professor Zhou looked at Lu Fenglin beside her. "Mr. Lu, would you mind giving us some privacy?"
Lu Fenglin squinted his eyes slightly. This man actually knew who he was.
Then a smile appeared on Lu Fenglin's face. "Of course."
Watching the backs of Professor Zhou and Xu Qingqing walking away side by side, Lu Fenglin's eyes were deep. He sent a text message.
"Help me check the identity of this Professor Zhou from Jiang University."
Professor Zhou and Xu Qingqing walked side by side on the university campus. The trees around were swaying in the wind. Looking at the young and energetic students on the campus, Xu Qingqing felt that youth was infinitely beautiful and even missed her own college days.
"Miss Xu, apart from my job as a professor, I'm also invited by the police to help them appraise antiques."
"You know that cultural relics like antiques are extremely valuable to our country. Each one is our treasure. So I hope Miss Xu can join me."
"Actually, we're just off - record personnel of the police. We just do some professional work for them. But after joining this off - record organization, we'll also get some protection, which is equivalent to being half - affiliated with the state. What do you think, Miss Xu?"
Xu Qingqing blinked. She was a bit caught off guard. She didn't expect that just by coming to attend a class, arguing about authenticity with Wang Pan, and proving her strength, she could encounter such a good thing.
She quickly nodded with a smile. "It's definitely a great opportunity."
Originally, she was going to investigate those who were secretly trying to target their families. Now with the protection of the state, it would surely be twice as effective with half the effort.
"Great. In that case, Miss Xu, let's exchange contact information. After I talk to the police, if necessary, I may ask you to come and sign a contract."
"Okay, no problem. Signing a contract is necessary."
After they reached an agreement, they exchanged contact information.
Then Professor Zhou got up to say goodbye. He seemed to be in a hurry. Lu Fenglin also called Xu Qingqing, and the two met up.
Lu Fenglin looked at Xu Qingqing. "What did this Professor Zhou say to you? Does he admire you, or is there something else he wants to tell you?"
Xu Qingqing looked back at Lu Fenglin. "Since when do I have to report everything to you? Don't make it seem like I'm your subordinate."
Lu Fenglin looked a bit helpless. "Miss Xu, I'm just simply concerned about you. Why do you always interpret my words as having ulterior motives?"
"Because you're a person who has a purpose for every step you take, so I can't help but be suspicious."
"Okay, stop talking about this. Let's go. You've had a hard day today. I'll take you to lunch. Order whatever you like." Lu Fenglin changed the topic, not wanting the two of them to continue this conversation.
"Just find a restaurant near the university. I also want to feel the atmosphere of the university."
The two found a place to eat. Lu Fenglin chose a relatively elegant restaurant, which was a bit more expensive than other stores around the university.
They were sitting at a corner on the second floor. They had already ordered their meals and were now waiting for them to be served.
Xu Qingqing was originally looking down boredly when she saw a familiar figure. It was Liang Kuan and Xu Manman, who had come to her to repair the ice - type jadeite bracelet before.