My Youth Began With Him - Chapter 1853

Chapter 1853: 1853

“It’s really just a coincidence . I have a friend back in the States and he coincidentally knows a seller… Americans don’t really understand the value and essence of Chinese artwork so that American thought it would be pointless to keep it . He thought of selling it and I thought of buying… I already had it appraised and it’s real… I hope you like it,” Qin Chu said sincerely .

Grandpa Su held onto the scroll and didn’t want to let go…

“I heard that he’s an amazing artist… Never would I have thought I’d be lucky enough to see one of his works for myself… I can die with no regrets now… I heard that this painting was drawn when he went hiking with a friend to Mountain Mei… Xu Zilin was very satisfied with this piece… He’s such a great artist and his brushstrokes are so fresh yet powerful . Putting it in modern terms, he really poured his heart into the work… and that’s something rare . ”

“I’m glad you like it, Grandpa Su . ” Huo Mian smiled .

“Of course I like it . You guys are too thoughtful…” Grandpa Su praised Qin Chu .

“It’s no big deal . I’m glad you like it…”

Then, Qin Chu stood up and handed Mr . Su a square brocade box .

“I have a present too?” Mr . Su said with a big smile on his face .

“Mr . Su… Take a look…” Huo Mian smiled mysteriously .

Mr . Su slowly opened the box and saw a black inkstone in it . It was love at first sight .

“You two really have investigated my hobbies and interests… Did Su Yu tell you guys?” Mr . Su picked the inkstone up and weighed it happily .

“No, Su Yu didn’t tell us anything . I just guessed it because I once saw the inkstone collection in your study room . ” Huo Mian smiled .

The art of gifting is giving someone something that they would love, rather than just something expensive .

Mr . Su was a bit surprised to see the words behind the inkstone .

“There are actually words… Seems to be… Orchid Pavilion!” Mr . Su exclaimed .

“Great eyes, Mr . Su… This inkstone may not be carved with the best material but the skills required are high . It’s a work of Feng Hongyan, a contemporary master… It’s 19 . 6 cm long, 11 . 8 cm wide, and 1 . 6 cm thick… There are only a few in the world and the pattern on the back is carved according to that of the Ming-Qing Flower . Since there’s Wang Xizhi’s ‘Orchid Pavilion’ on the back, this inkstone is called “The Elegant Charm of the Orchid Pavilion,” Qin Chu explained patiently .

“The Elegant Charm of the Orchid Pavilion is a great name… I like it . ”

“It’s also nothing expensive but the craftsmanship is impressive… Since it’s contemporary, I thought you won’t feel bad accepting it . It’s still a good piece, so I hope you’d accept it . ”

Qin Chu said slowly .

Mr . Su looked up at Qin Chu, genuinely impressed by this young man .

“Qin Chu… you’re Yu’s age but you know so much about these things… You sure are knowledgeable about the world . ”

“Thank you, Mr . Su… My dad was interested in these things and taught me when I was young… That’s why I know a bit about it . ” Qin Chu sounded humble .

Just then, Little Bean looked around and asked in a cute voice, “Daddy, you brought Great Grandpa and Grandpa Su presents… What about Grandma Su… Does Grandma get a present? If she doesn’t, it’d be rather awkward… I hope Daddy isn’t being sexist…”

Little Bean’s words made everyone burst into laughter .

Mrs . Su was walking out of the kitchen when she heard this . She asked, “Little Bean, what did you bring me? Let me see…”

“Here you go, Mrs . Su…” Huo Mian stood up with a smile and handed her a big box that was well wrapped .