Chapter 35 Living Abacus
"You kid, you are really capable. You didn't tell me when something happened, and you actually took care of it by yourself. Are you not afraid of something unexpected happening? Are you burying yourself in it?”
Although Kang Shude complained verbally, there was a smile in his eyes.
Ning Weimin could naturally see it, he smiled and started to brag.
"You asked knowingly. What can they do to me? The driver I hired is not a decoration, he is a real person. If the people at the scrap yard dare to do something, I will report it to the official. Of course the driver will To me, bear witness to me.”
"The people at the scrap yard are going to bite me back, which is even worse. Firstly, they have no evidence, and secondly, their problem is bigger than mine. They can't explain the cause and effect of the conflict with me, right? If they want to give me a safe place, If they are guilty, they must first accuse themselves. If they hurt themselves before hurting the enemy, they will definitely be ruined.”
“Besides, those who are barefoot are not afraid of those who wear shoes. The consequences are different. Even if we each play fifty games, how much loss can I lose as a homeless person? >
"To put it bluntly, they should never have confronted me from the beginning. This is a very stupid thing in itself. So since the money has already been in my pocket, it is useless for them to understand now. Face to face, there is nothing I can do, so I can only break my teeth and swallow it in my stomach."
Kang Shude shook his head, not only dissatisfied with the kid's arrogance, but he had to admit his cleverness.
“Just be bad and tie someone up with a knot that cannot be untied. Do you know that you are doing things for your own good?”
But the more he said this, the more proud Ning Weimin became.
"Haha, old man, you are right. But then again, who let them have wrinkles on themselves? I am just a little expert who specializes in treating bad people. This trick is ineffective on good people. As the old saying goes What do you mean? Since he looks like a bun, he shouldn’t complain about being chased by a dog.”
How can Kang Shude spare the effort to beat such an arrogant disciple?
"Okay, brat, stop kicking your nose, face, and tail. You just stepped on a small footprint, and there is still a long way to go. Don't forget that sentence. I'll see if you make trouble today. Dehuan, be careful about making lists in the future.”
But Ning Weimin is quite the spirit of Ah Q, and is completely immune to it, and he knows how to find steps for himself.
"Yes, yes, you can't fault my omissions anyway, right? I'll just take it as a compliment." Angry. It was a happy day, but we still have to discuss what to do with the bronze. "How about we eat and talk today?" All of them are your favorites, including the vegetarian dishes from Quan Su Zhai, the sauce duck and barbecued pork from Puwufang... I also bought you a radio. Did you see this when you came in?"
, Kang Shude was really helpless, he swallowed all the admonitions that came to his lips.
His apprentice still has this ability.
You can always change the topic naturally when you feel embarrassed or stuck.
Kang Shude actually did not dislike him for this, and even thought that this was a skill needed in the business world.
Having such a talent can enliven the atmosphere during negotiations and facilitate the completion of business.
The only thing he worried about was that Ning Weimin was so proud of his favor that he forgot to learn his lesson.
Because it is not terrible to fail in the right way, but it is terrible to succeed in the wrong way.
He was really afraid that Ning Weimin would succeed in revenge and even gain great benefits, so he would never take greed seriously from then on.
But he soon discovered that he was worrying too much.
Because Ning Weimin was extremely clear-headed when it came to the treatment of bronzes, and the decision he made surprised and relieved him unexpectedly.
This kid actually decided to hand over the things to the state. He obviously understood what kind of situation should restrain his desires.
"This is a priceless national treasure. Most people will never be so lucky in their lives. You kid, you are calculating money every day, are you really willing to give it up?"
In fact, when I first heard that Ning Weimin had made such a decision.
Kang Shude really didn't believe it, and couldn't help but point at the bronze to make sure again.
Unexpectedly, Ning Weimin sighed deeply and analyzed the truth clearly.
“What can I do if I don’t want to give it up? This thing is too easy to cause trouble. You don’t really think that I will be so obsessed with money that I don’t care about it, do you? Knowing that it is a time bomb that will explode at any time, I still Keep it with you?”
“Everyone knows that bronzes are valuable. Since ancient times, when it comes to antiques, the normal order is ‘inscriptions, calligraphy and painting’, and the first ‘gold’ refers to bronzes. . But because of this, this thing is a national treasure. Among all categories of cultural relics, our country has the strictest control.”
"The state may have express provisions that any cultural relics found in our country belong to the state. It is the obligation of citizens to hand over discovered cultural relics to the state. But these days, even the sale of coins, calligraphy, paintings, and porcelain, as long as it is in 1795 (the sixth year of Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty), Ten years ago, they are all reselling cultural relics. Tell me, I will be charged with this thing and I will not be put in jail."
"The key is how valuable it is to me. It's a waste. It can't be sold now. I don't want the national treasure to be lost overseas. No one in the country can afford it, so I can't keep it because it's too conspicuous. There is no place to hide it in our house. It will be visible to the neighbors in a few days. Tell me, what else can you do besides handing it over to me?”
“Master, too much is not enough. I already understand. Just like you told me in Tsinghua University, if you have to eat two kilograms of pancakes, I will not be greedy again. Things are only harmful to me but not good. Since I don’t have this blessing, it’s better not to touch them.” “But the opposite is true. If we give this thing to the country, we will get a lot of benefits first. Good reputation. Aren't you of high quality? It doesn't matter that you have been criticized for your work in the past. With this handed over in your name, you will become famous and become a positive example. No one will dare to criticize you anymore. "
"Besides, if the country takes such a big treasure, it can't be taken away for nothing, right? It must be given some money as a material reward. Get a certificate of honor. With this, we will have a legitimate reason to spend money. We won't have to eat well or wash the pond secretly from now on. Afraid of arousing suspicion.”
What Ning Weimin said is indeed correct.
In fact, due to a provision in my country's "Cultural Relics Protection Law" that "only cultural relics unearthed before 1949 and clearly recorded are allowed to be circulated", this directly makes bronzes a thing of cultural relic collection. minefield.
Most of the fine bronzes have been blocked from domestic legal circulation for a long time.
As a result, domestic collectors who speculate on Yuan blue and white, ancient ceramics, ancient calligraphy and painting, and mahogany furniture have little interest in these things.
In this way, in the booming art market in the future, bronzes will be rare, and the market price will remain in a low state for a long time.
Compared with ancient paintings, calligraphy and porcelain, which can cost hundreds of millions, the price trend of bronzes has been stable and low-key all year round.
This is undoubtedly conducive to the country's repurchase of bronzes lost overseas.
Of course, Kang Shude must not know the future performance of the bronze market.
However, despite this, Ning Weimin's knowledge of advancement and retreat and his understanding of depth in these words were enough to make him satisfied and at ease.
For this reason, he praised his apprentice directly for the first time today.
"Well, that's the truth. You've grown up! You're right to think so! Yes, there are some things that we ordinary people can't touch. Even if you get it, holding on to it will only bring disaster. It's better to hand it over. The big prize has changed. The small prize is a win, no matter what, it’s a good thing. Well, since it’s decided to hand it over to us, do you think we should go to the Forbidden City or the Cultural Relics Bureau?”
The old man is very worried now. I thought I would just hand over the things and it would be over, so I wanted to get rid of this hot potato quickly to avoid a long night and many dreams.
But he didn't expect that he thought things simply, far less foresight than his apprentice.
Ning Weimin still has something to say later.
"I said, old man, don't be anxious. You can't be so sloppy in handing over the money? If you have to worry so much, why should I discuss it with you? Just hand it over and it's over. I think we have to add up. How should we work together to get greater benefits..."
"Ah? What do you mean?"
Seeing Kang Shude's surprised face, Ning Weimin immediately became happy.
And with his smile, his true nature as a philistine who is unwilling to do anything for his own benefit is fully revealed.
"Hey, let me tell you this. Our country does not have specific regulations on material rewards after handing over cultural relics, and various departments have different standards."
"In addition, cultural relics It is an indisputable fact that the department is short of funds. If you ask them to give you money, they really can’t give you a lot of money. According to my estimate, I really don’t like it.”
"To be honest, since I can't pick up garbage now, what I need most is a good job. That's what I think. It would be the most cost-effective if I could become a taxi driver. From now on, we will need a car. , If you want money, you don’t have to worry about anything.”
“But on my own, how can anyone want me? Fortunately, there are so many people waiting in line for me recently. Is the deputy director of our street close? You can help me ask him to see if it is possible for him to negotiate with the boss to meet my request."
< br>"If it's possible, we won't want the bonus. If it really doesn't work, it doesn't matter. It's all paid anyway, so we might as well just hand it over through the deputy director, which can be regarded as returning his favor and letting him make a contribution by the way. Maybe , he still feels that he owes you a share."
Hey, what does "no omission" mean?
Look, the apprentice taught the master a lesson today.
Kang Shude slapped his thigh after hearing this.
"Okay, you kid, you are really capable of calculations. You have a whole life. Hey, how can you take advantage? We have to fall apart. You can be my master. As I see it, you can It's the same as what was said in the cross talk. He's a smart guy, he doesn't take advantage of others, and he always looks for advantages and doesn't get up early. Who? I look just like you..."
Ning Weimin did not refuse this reputation.
Raise your thumb and gesture at yourself.
"Then, who are we? We appear to be bronze, but in fact we are kings."
"What?"
The old man couldn't help but be stunned again.
I really don’t understand.
(End of this chapter)