Cheng Shi nodded and said: "Yes, since they dare to bring fake paintings to you to sell, they naturally have the confidence not to be seen through by you!
They must have used the heart of a painting from the same era as this painting, remounted it, and copied it using the same pen and ink!"
When Shopkeeper Zhu heard this, although he still didn't quite believe Cheng Shi's words, he was already suspicious.
Shopkeeper Zhu then asked: "The method you mentioned is certainly possible, but it requires a lot of effort and a master of counterfeiting.
And I can’t see anything wrong with this painting, so what evidence do you have to prove that this painting is fake?!”
Cheng Shi said with a smile: "The evidence is in those seals!"
Shopkeeper Zhu said doubtfully: "Aren't you so sure that you don't understand Yin?!"
Cheng Shi continued: "This painting has been in circulation and has been collected in many collections for hundreds of years, so there must be many collectors who have stamped it!
Although there are as many seals on this painting as the real one, it also exposes a problem. You have to judge the authenticity based on the drawing paper and pen and ink.
These seals are also very realistic, but they are indeed made by the same person. There are not many masters of forgery!
In particular, there are fewer masters in making seals, so these seals are all engraved together, even though they are fake.
But his carving habit has been exposed, and many of the seals here bear his personal imprint!"
Shopkeeper Zhu's eyes lit up when he heard this, but Boss Du said from the side: "Shopkeeper Zhu is just lying. He wants to steal this painting from here, so he said it is fake!"
Cheng Shi immediately walked over and pointed out several seals to Shopkeeper Zhu. Shopkeeper Zhu looked at them carefully, shook his head and sighed.
"This is indeed false. I had my eyes checked today. It seems that I am really old. Thank you to this little brother for your help!"
Cheng Shi explained: "This painting is a top-notch imitation. They came here to deceive you because of your professional knowledge.
Because it is impossible to identify this painting based on the painting method, pen, ink and paper. Instead, it was only because of my layman’s ability that I could tell.
Of course, I don’t mean that I have the ability, because I know where the real thing is, so I won’t carefully search for flaws in this painting.
So it’s not that you are incompetent, it’s that you were deceived by their tricks. I hope you won’t be too sad!”
Shopkeeper Zhu waved his hand and said, "You don't need to comfort me. In this industry, punching is common, and I won't take it to heart!"
After shopkeeper Zhu finished speaking, he walked towards Boss Du and said coldly: "Boss Du, why did you bring a fake painting and come here to lie to us!"
The strong man behind Shopkeeper Zhu rushed over and lifted Boss Du from Deng Xin's hand. Boss Du struggled and said.
"Shopkeeper Zhu, this painting of mine is real. How could it be fake? Don't be fooled by him!"
Cheng Shi hurriedly stepped forward and said: "Shopkeeper Zhu, Boss Du may have been deceived too. You should let Boss Du go!"
Cheng Shi winked at Deng Xin who was about to take action. Deng Xin quickly understood Cheng Shi's intention, which was to let the opponent go to lure the big fish.
Although shopkeeper Zhu didn't understand what Cheng Shi meant, the other party saved him from heavy losses and waved his hands to let him go.
Boss Du was thrown to the ground by the strong man. He gasped for breath and took a long time to stand up again. Shopkeeper Zhu said coldly.
"Today, my little brother is interceding for you. Take your fake painting and get out of here!"
Boss Du stared at Cheng Shi coldly, slowly put away the paintings on the table, and left with his people.
Cheng Shi walked over to Shopkeeper Zhu and said, "Is there a back door here, Shopkeeper Zhu?!"
Shopkeeper Zhu nodded yes, and then Cheng Shi said to Deng Xin: "Follow him, don't let him find out that you are following him!"
Then shopkeeper Zhu asked his men to take Deng Xin and leave through the back door, while Cheng Shi stayed here and did not leave with Deng Xin!
Cheng Shi found a place to sit down and began to close his eyes and think.
Boss Du came to such a remote place to deceive Shopkeeper Zhu, and the painting was targeted at Shopkeeper Zhu.
Therefore, it is impossible that the other party has not investigated Shopkeeper Zhu and this place, so he has to stay and prepare to ask questions!
Shopkeeper Zhu did not leave when he saw Cheng, but stayed here to think. Shopkeeper Zhu did not disturb him.
But after Cheng Shi opened his eyes, Shopkeeper Zhu said with a smile: "Mr. Cheng, if you have anything to say, just ask. The person named Du must know that the painting is fake!"
Cheng Shi was not surprised that the other party was so sure, but directly asked: "Have any strange people come to you recently with some fake antiques to sell?!"
Shopkeeper Zhu thought for a moment and then said: "No, you can see it here, the place is remote.
Moreover, this place has been here for a long time, and the people who come here are all old customers, or they were introduced by others."
Cheng Shi continued: "That's a problem. I know you must be most fond of calligraphy and painting."
Shopkeeper Zhu said doubtfully: "How do you know?!"
Cheng Shi replied: "The other party who deceived you with fake calligraphy and paintings must have had a premeditated plan. That's why you didn't see the flaws in the fake paintings.
The main reason is that because you like painting, your mood is no longer calm, so you ignore some details.
Moreover, this painting is very expensive, so the other party must know your preferences and your purchasing power to deceive you with this painting!"
After hearing this, Shopkeeper Zhu pondered for a moment and then said: "That's why you just asked if there was anyone suspicious!"
Cheng Shi nodded and continued: "Yes, since there is no suspicious person, then someone got some information from the people around you!
Either someone around you is involved, of course I personally think this person is involved.
Everyone close to you probably knows about your checking habits, but not many people know how much liquidity you have, right?!"
Shopkeeper Zhu's face turned cold when he heard this, and then said: "You mean, my relatives are involved?!"
Cheng Shi shook his head and continued: "The relatives who know your liquidity here should be people you particularly trust. I guess it's not them!"
Shopkeeper Zhu's expression softened, and he continued: "Then who else would know?!"
Cheng Shi continued: "This person should have frequent cooperation with you, and it should be business dealings.
So he knows your preferences and personal habits, and from his business transactions with you, he should be able to calculate your approximate liquidity!"
Cheng Shi said this, shopkeeper Zhu's face turned cold again, and he murmured: "Could it be him!"

Chapter completed!