After my girlfriend's betrayal, I inherited the Blood Eyes of the Heavenly Eye.

Summary

Xie Qingyu becomes unsettled when discussing a painting that supposedly contains an inscription from Qianlong's reign, despite Yongzheng's death in 1735. He argues against a claim that the painting's imitation could show flaws, asserting that it could have been created during Qianlong's era. Zhou Zheng and another expert discuss the exceptional quality of imitations from Ru Cui Zhai, which almost fooled appraisers. As they prepare for an exhibition at Rongbaozhai, they learn of a break-in, raising suspicions about Zhou Zheng's recent visit to the backyard. The narrative reveals tensions between expertise, authenticity, and the intrigue of the antiques world.

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