Chapter 72 The Tide Rises
"Bai Yujing...Bai Yujing!" Ye Xiaozu muttered to himself, as if he was in a trance. After a few seconds, he stroked the ancient book on the table with trembling hands: "Is there really a Bai Yujing in this world?"
No one can give an answer.
If seeing a god can be called a visual error caused by retinal projection and sudden changes in light, then... how to explain his clear sight of Donghuang Taiyi?
If science is the only correct answer, then how do we explain the hundreds-meter-long white snake, the giant black snake, the giant ape crane... no, and the fruit core that I once got?
"There are too many mysteries hidden in history... and our mission is to uncover them." Jiang Xian rubbed his temples and smiled, "So, how do we solve it?"
Ye Xiaozu pondered for a moment and said, "This is a Nine Palace Flying Star Chart, but... this is the first time I've seen a chart that uses gods to show the stars. I will try to deduce its flying star trajectory, but this requires a comprehensive analysis of the fortune trends of past dynasties. The information required is too much and too complicated, and it will take at least half a year."
Half a year? Jiang Xian nodded: "Please do it as soon as possible."
Ye Xiaozu was silent for a moment, then continued, "I will do it as soon as possible. However, you did not give me the starting time or location of this Nine Palace Flying Star Chart, and there is no trace to check. I am afraid... I will give a few answers in half a year, and it is up to you to confirm."
Jiang Xian sighed and nodded.
This is how Xuanmen things are. There must be a framework. If there is no framework, the things that come out will be completely different. Just like calculating the eight characters, at least you have to know what the eight characters are. And the time and place are the eight characters of the Nine Palace Flying Stars.
He had no idea where this unique Nine Palace Flying Stars started from, but now... he had no other choice.
After a brief greeting with Ye Xiaozu, Jiang Xian came out. Lin Fangruo was already waiting for him in the living room. He gently stroked the teacup and raised his eyebrows and asked, "Are you done? Where's Old Ye?"
"I'm afraid he will be busy for a while." Jiang Xian said with a smile.
Lin Fangruo nodded. Then he said, "Are you free? Can you walk with me for a while?"
Jiang Xian nodded and walked out of the house with the other party. They got into the car one after another and sat in the back seat.
Lin Fangruo gently closed his eyes. After the car had been moving for a few minutes, he suddenly said in a low voice, "The explorers are back."
Jiang Xian nodded. He knew that without him asking, Mr. Lin would continue to talk. In fact, this should be the real purpose of the other party accompanying him here today.
He has something to say.
"According to our information, the underground palace has completed preliminary exploration. How to use it specifically, whether to build it into a museum comparable to the Great Wall or a 5A-level park, remains to be discussed, but this is all for the future. I looked at the photos sent back, and the size of this underground palace, the ingenuity of its mechanisms, and the peculiar structure are unprecedented. Not to mention so many chrome-plated technical equipment... I bet that in five years, this will be another business card for Chinese culture."
He opened his frail eyes and said, "I heard from the old boss that the ape, crane and giant snake were also captured. They are now being secretly sent to Yanjing for research. This is another treasure, a living specimen."
"This place will soon become famous..." He turned his head and looked at Jiang Xian: "What about you?"
"Me?" Jiang Xian raised his eyebrows: "Just follow the instructions. I don't really care."
Lin Fangruo tapped the door handle lightly with his finger and looked forward. After a few seconds of silence, he said calmly, "Old Long should have told you that he hopes you can take up the banner of the younger generation of exploration. Old Dong, I, and others also think so."
"You are too low-key... Lan Shanhai is now unknown. Many inheritances in the forum don't even know you exist. In the past, if you didn't live past 25, we wouldn't bother you, and dying young would easily dampen the enthusiasm of others. But this time... tell me the truth, have you found a way to break the curse?"
There was no need to lie to these experienced guys, Jiang Xian nodded and said, "I found it. In fact, it has been confirmed that my curse will not break out within a year and a half. And I have a direction to solve the curse. It's just that..."
"That's good." Lin Fangruo interrupted him. He said calmly, "Soon, the country will give the final selection plan for the Qin Shi Huang Underground Palace. Then, the Propaganda Department, the Ministry of Culture, and the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences will take the lead in comprehensively and online publicizing the existence of the Qin Shi Huang Underground Palace. They will also publish most of the publicly available information, and as an explorer, you will set an example and follow all the published content."
Two months? Jiang Xian raised his eyebrows: "Why?"
Why... Lin Fangruo smiled and said, "Because of our joint recommendation."
Jiang Xian snorted: "You want me to revive the exploration business?"
"You are the most suitable person!" Lin Fangruo said without question: "We will make it easy for you to go wherever you want to go. If you want to know something, who can say no?"
"No one would refuse to borrow any precious cultural relic. Even if you want me to help you get in touch with Ye Xiaozu, I won't say a word. Do you really think you are good at martial arts? Ha... Master Jiang, when we were young, how bad were we? What kind of amazing talents have we not seen?"
"As the leader of the cultural relics and antiques industry, and the head of one of the top three sects, this is the responsibility that you and I must shoulder!"
Jiang Xian restrained his smile and nodded deeply: "I understand."
With thousands of years of experience in embracing mountains and seas, everyone in this industry has shown favors to it. Now, the time has come to take responsibility.
"No, you don't understand." Lin Fangruo said solemnly: "As we send invitations to other inspection teams, more and more people will know your name in advance! There will be countless organizations extending olive branches to you! But... remember, choose carefully!"
"Since you are to be used as a benchmark, you are in the national vision! And you are the young representative of the revitalization of this industry! You represent not only Lanshanhai, but also everyone's preference in the eyes of the country!"
He closed his eyes: "Think about it carefully... But I believe you will understand it soon..."
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Jiang Xian was left by the old man at the intersection of Chang'an City and touched his head in confusion.
He always felt that Old Man Lin had something else in mind, but he didn't make it clear.
"Forget it, things will work out when the time comes." He yawned, looked at the bustling streets of Chang'an, and clicked his tongue.
We have to hurry and find Hong Si Niang and their son... We can't stay in Chang'an for long. This is Lin Ruoxue's territory. If she finds us, it's no joke... Someone might die...
"Rest for a day first. Tomorrow I will ask someone to find out where the two seniors' sons are. They had many enemies when they were young, so they probably won't bring them with them."
He found a Sheraton and randomly booked a deluxe room to rest in. Time passed quickly, and before he knew it, a phone call woke him up from his dream.
"Hello?" he asked, picking up the phone. Immediately, the receptionist's voice rang out from the other end of the line: "Excuse me, is this Mr. Jiang from 718?"
"it's me."
"Hello, a man named Hardison has requested to see you. He said he has an appointment for you. Excuse me, could you please let him come up?"
Hardison?
Jiang Xianba searched through all the memories in his memory palace, but he had never heard of this person's name.
"Are you sure you're looking for me?"
After receiving a positive answer, Jiang Xian frowned: "Ask him to wait for me in the restaurant and book a table for me. Tell me the number. I'll be there right away."
Soon, Jiang Xian arrived at the restaurant. At the reserved table 07A, he immediately saw a foreigner with blond hair.
He was already quite old, probably in his sixties. He wore a brown windbreaker with a black sweater underneath. He looked like an English gentleman from a classic novel, wearing a monocle. His clothes were not branded but were meticulously made. His hair was neatly combed, and the solid wood pipe in his hand was emitting the aroma of cherry tobacco.
The other person was staring at the scenery outside the window - the Sheraton is located in the center of Chang'an. At this moment, the lights were on, and from here you could clearly see the tall bell tower in the twilight, as well as the surrounding neon lights. The high-rise buildings and the antique bell tower were the same color, the setting sun was like blood, and the evening clouds were like tents, making this ancient capital of 13 dynasties show a charming charm.
Swish... Jiang Xian sat down gently opposite him. The high-end seating area of the Sheraton restaurant was separated by screens with ancient Chinese charm, forming semi-open areas. When he sat down, the other party immediately came back to his senses. He immediately extended his hand: "Mr. Jiang, it's a great honor to meet you."
"Hello." Jiang Xian shook his hand gently: "But I can't remember where I have seen you before."
The old man smiled and said, "I'm sorry, this is my mistake. Because the matter was too urgent, I came here without notifying you. This is my business card."
He took out a gold-stamped business card from his jacket pocket and handed it to Jiang Xian respectfully. Jiang Xian unfolded it and his eyes narrowed.
"Christian Auction House...General Manager of the China Region, Andre Hardison?" He put down the business card and suddenly understood something in his mind.
"It's me." The wrinkles on Hardison's face were stretched out, and he said hurriedly , "Mr. Jiang, I heard that you haven't joined any auction house yet. Please allow me to formally invite you as the general manager of the world's number one auction house in China to join Christian Auction House! You set the conditions! If I can't decide, I can convey it to the headquarters immediately!"
Jiang Xian looked at him thoughtfully. He said calmly, "I have no intention of joining any auction house at the moment."
"Mr. Jiang, please consider it carefully." Hardison seemed a little anxious and spoke quickly: "Christian is currently the oldest and largest auction house in the world! It is also ranked 270th among the Fortune 500. We have the best archaeologists, the best equipment, the most generous treatment! The highest share! As long as you are willing, our share can be discussed in detail! And I can guarantee that you will live a comfortable life in London!"
So that's how it is... Jiang Xian finally understood what Lin Fangruo said that afternoon. He looked at him calmly: "How did you know my name?"
"Exploration team!" Hardison answered quickly. "Some time ago, your country conducted a large-scale exploration operation! Among the participants were some well-known foreign exploration teams. After all, some of the top archaeological tools are now here. When I learned about this, I immediately found you."
Ding-ling-ling... At this moment, Jiang Xian's phone rang again. As soon as he picked up the phone, the receptionist immediately said, "Mr. Jiang, I'm very sorry to bother you. But... there are four foreign friends who want to meet you now."
"Oh?" Jiang Xian laughed and glanced at Hardison across from him: "Who are they?"
"It's Mr. Oren from Sotheby's in London, England. Ms. Li from Phoenix Auction House under LV. And Mr. Nakamura from Yamato Santomo in Japan."
