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Field of Hope: Are there any beautiful scenic spots around you? Preferably with mountains, water, and ancient-style pavilions.
Candy Store: What? Are you planning to come here for an outdoor shoot?
Field of Hope: Yes, isn't your place a city? The cost must be low, which could save the production team a lot of money. Plus, it's convenient for you to bring in props from there.
Candy Store: Your plan is good. We actually have a scenic area that meets your requirements, and it's free as long as you give a heads-up to the relevant departments. It will definitely save money.
Field of Hope: Really? That's great! I'll book my flight right away; can you help me book a hotel room?
Candy Store: Are you serious?
Field of Hope: More real than pearls.
Candy Store: (╯□╰)
Field of Hope: (n_n)
Candy Store: Do you want me to pick you up at the airport?
Field of Hope: No need, I'll take a taxi over; just be my guide!
Candy Store: Sure! Send me a photo so I won't fail to recognize you.
Field of Hope: Here you go! Am I handsome?
Candy Store: Not bad!
The photo shows a young man around twenty-five or twenty-six years old, with well-defined features, bright eyes, a cheerful smile, tall and handsome.
Field of Hope: Where's your photo? Send me one too.
Field of Hope: Oh! Beautiful! I'm so lucky to make friends online and meet such a gorgeous girl!
Candy Store: That's an exaggeration!
I’m at most just pretty, but with system enhancements, my skin and temperament have improved.
Field of Hope: I'm not exaggerating! Your features are quite nice. If you had a dedicated stylist to take care of you, you would definitely shine, and many actresses wouldn't compare to you. Have you ever thought about becoming a star? Would you like to play a role in my movie?
Candy Store: Not interested.
Field of Hope: Really not considering it?
Candy Store: No consideration.
Field of Hope: Then forget it! Sigh, it's hard to find good talent!
Candy Store: There are many girls who want to be stars, how could it be hard to find?
Field of Hope: I have high standards!
Candy Store: ...Should I feel honored?
Field of Hope: You're welcome!
Candy Store: ...I'm going to sleep now, bye.
Field of Hope: Bye.
Sheng Qingxi turned off the computer and walked out of the room. He was still somewhat unfamiliar with this villa; it belonged to his uncle, who had hardly stayed here more than a few times, let alone him as a temporary resident.
After heating a cup of milk, Sheng Qingxi took the cup and headed toward his bedroom, deciding to drink the milk and then go to sleep. Tomorrow he would go to Candy Store in City D. A noise came from the Main Gate, and Sheng Qingxi paused and turned to look, only to see his uncle, Zhang Feng, walking in, looking exhausted and covered in dust.
"Uncle, what happened to you?"
"Still awake?" Zhang Feng threw his coat onto the sofa and plopped down into a seat. "I went to dig through some old houses today; it nearly killed me!"
"Digging through houses" is a term used in the collecting community, referring to going into old houses with historical significance to find and acquire antiques. With the current trend of antique collecting, many collectors have emerged. When these collectors pass away, their families often have no interest in their collections and sell everything off quickly. People in the field receive news about these sales and go to pick out antiques, which is also referred to as "digging through houses."
"Did you find anything?" Sheng Qingxi sat down across from Zhang Feng and handed him the untouched cup of milk.
"Only one piece of black ground five-color Tang Kiln pottery; the rest didn't have much collectible value!" Zhang Feng took a sip of milk, feeling a bit less tired.
"Tang Kiln? That's quite good!" exclaimed Sheng Qingxi. "Just that one piece is a big find!" He clicked his tongue, surprised that his uncle still looked unsatisfied.
The Tang Kiln refers to porcelain produced by the famous supervisor of kilns during the Qing Dynasty, Tang Ying, in Jingdezhen. Tang Ying supervised the kilns in Jingdezhen for nearly thirty years, making him the longest-serving and most successful supervisor at the imperial kiln factory there. He diligently studied Tang Kiln pottery techniques, gaining extensive experience while also scientifically summarizing production skills in Jingdezhen's porcelain industry. He authored several works including "Brief Discussion on Pottery Techniques," "Illustrations of Pottery," "Chronicles of Pottery," and "Instructions on Porcelain Matters." The porcelain from the Tang Kiln is exquisite, achieving unprecedented levels of craftsmanship and quality. In the book "Chinese Porcelain", it states: "Chinese porcelain reached its pinnacle at the Tang Kiln, truly embodying all past achievements in production. This is reflected in decorative methods, design shapes, and porcelain-making techniques." The decorative techniques alone include fifty-seven types of high- and low-temperature glazes; in terms of painting, it encompasses everything from landscapes to figures and flowers, with various styles represented by famous artists; regarding design shapes, it ranges from ancient ceremonial vessels to fruit-shaped designs.
"The original collector was quite famous in the industry; I thought his collection would be extraordinary, but it turns out there weren't many good pieces. I'm a bit disappointed," said Zhang Feng, finishing off his milk and standing up. "It's late; you should go rest! I need to shower and then sleep too."
The next day, Sheng Qingxi woke up at ten o'clock. He put bread into the toaster, fried an egg, heated up some milk, and just as he was about to eat, he remembered his uncle returning late last night. So he made another breakfast for him. Just as he finished preparing it, Zhang Feng yawned and came down from the second floor.
"Xi, you're really considerate; you could get married!" joked Zhang Feng while eating the breakfast made by his nephew.
"Uncle, if you want to get married, don't drag me into it," replied Sheng Qingxi, rolling his eyes. He knew very well that his uncle had never married because he was gay and had a male partner.
"You child, you never let me have any advantage; you're not as cute as you used to be!" sighed Zhang Feng, shaking his head with an expression that said "the child has grown up and isn't as obedient anymore; it's so disappointing."
Sheng Qingxi hurriedly ate faster, realizing that when it came to arguing with his uncle over who was at a disadvantage, he always ended up losing. It was better to finish eating quickly and leave.
"Xi, what are your plans next?" Zhang Feng was still very concerned about his nephew.
"I'm going to City D."
"City D?"
"Yes, I want to check if the environment there is suitable for outdoor filming, and I also plan to meet Candy Store."
"Candy Store? Is that the owner of the Online Store that sells Embroidered Handkerchiefs?" Zhang Feng put down his knife and fork.
"Yes." Sheng Qingxi placed the empty plate in the Kitchen and was about to go upstairs to pack his luggage.
"I'll go with you!" Zhang Feng's eyes lit up.
"Uncle, what are you going for?" Sheng Qingxi was surprised.
"To meet Candy Store. I'm quite interested in her and her shop, and I want to see if I can learn to pick and choose like you," Zhang Feng replied with a smile.
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