He's alone, but he's a tomb raider!

To combat inflation, not only Shirley Young, but anyone with a bit of assets, including America, would hoard land.

Or to put it more clearly, it's basically a land annexation!

Although those large landowners were still citizens, due to the law and the nature of the state, it wouldn't be wrong to call them states within a state or local lords.

Actually, this is because Shirley Yang couldn't really get involved at Dongda University.

If the Muchen Pearl were abroad, with the power Shirley Yang wields, she could easily raise an entire team on her own.

Even hiring a security force like Blackwater wouldn't be difficult.

That level of war mobilization capacity is even more exaggerated than that of some Middle Eastern warlords.

Unfortunately, this is still the University of Tokyo!

……

After brewing the tea, she pushed it in front of the three of them. Unlike Lao Hu and Fatty who were just munching on the tea, Shirley Yang actually tasted it carefully.

However, she originally wanted Qin Yun to speak first, so that she could take the initiative.

However, after chatting for a long time and seeing that Qin Yun didn't seem to be in a hurry, Shirley Yang suddenly became restless.

Oh well, it's just a little more money, but I can still afford it!

After thinking it through, Shirley Yang put down her teacup and spoke frankly.

"Master Qin, let me be frank. I've come here today with a request, and I hope you can help me!"

"Alright, Miss Yang, please tell me what it is."

Don't worry, I'm fair and impartial, and I won't take advantage of you just because you're of Chinese descent.

After all, you were introduced by Lao Hu and Fatty, so you're practically one of us!

Shirley Yang's eyes lit up.

"Alright, since that's the case, I'll just get straight to the point."

I have three main things to discuss with you today.

Firstly…

Shirley Yang glanced at the exquisite jade key Qin Yun wore around his neck and said something meaningful.

"Master Qin, Fatty told me that he recently found a piece of ancient jade from the Han Dynasty at your place, right?"

As far as I know, this jade should have come from Jingjue in the Western Regions. I happen to be researching Jingjue culture recently, and I need to verify some things through such an antique.

I know the rules of the industry; once the money and goods are settled, it would be inappropriate for me to get involved again.

However, if Mr. Qin is willing to part with it, I'm willing to buy it back at a high price. How about one million US dollars?

Regardless of the value of the treasure, Shirley Yang's purchase of the Jade Key for one million US dollars could not be considered a case of illicit gain.

However, if you factor in the value of the magic weapon, then her price is a bit of a joke!

That's a full thousand cubic meters of imaginary space, how could it possibly be measured in money?

It neither said yes nor no.

Now that the conversation had begun, Qin Yun simply nodded, signaling Shirley Yang to continue.

"Secondly, when we were in Beijing, Lao Hu and Fatty spoke highly of you, Master Qin."

They claim you are a top expert in the fields of antiques, rare treasures, and ancient civilizations, far surpassing ordinary experts and scholars.

In order to study the Jingjue civilization of the Western Regions, I previously visited Professor Chen of Kyoto University and learned a lot of historical materials and secrets about the Western Regions.

Although there have been some gains, as you know, Master Qin, there are some things that are ultimately only partially documented in academic records.

Therefore, I came here today hoping to learn a few more things from Mr. Qin.

"I wonder if you, Mr. Qin, have any knowledge of the Jingjue civilization in the Western Regions? Whatever information you have, if you gain anything, I will offer a generous consultation fee!"

Perhaps because she had lived abroad since childhood, Shirley Yang was more accustomed to using money directly than to be concerned with interpersonal relationships.

In her mind, if spending money could break the Zagrama curse, then she would definitely have made a huge profit!

"As for the third point, to be honest, Mr. Qin, I brought a batch of family heirlooms with me when I returned to the country this time."

Although they are all old objects passed down from my ancestors, I can't distinguish which are ordinary antiques and which are ritual implements or magical treasures.

Having heard that Master Qin is quite accomplished in the appraisal of magical artifacts, I would like to trouble Master Qin to help me identify them, as I would like to do so without bothering two people.

Let's see if any special magical artifacts are hidden among the items I brought.

Of course, it would be even better if we had a magic weapon!

As she spoke, Shirley Yang casually picked up a black leather vintage suitcase from beside her feet and gently placed it on the table.

With a click, the lock on the box opened slightly.

Several exquisite antiques are neatly arranged among layers of soft cushions.

They are in excellent condition with a thick patina, and are clearly genuine antique items.

Qin Yun looked closely and saw that one of them was a white-glazed plum vase from the Tang Dynasty.

The vessel has an elegant and full shape, and a warm and translucent glaze. Its market value is estimated at over three million.

There is a Qing Dynasty Hetian white jade hand-held piece, with exquisite carving and delicate jade quality, priced at around two hundred yuan.

There is also a Ming Dynasty brass Xuande small incense burner, which is well-made, full of antique charm, and has extremely high collection value.

No wonder he is a descendant of the Mountain Moving lineage.

The items that Shirley Yang brought out were truly exquisite.

Pick any one of these items, and it's likely to be the prized possession of any ordinary antique shop!

"Mr. Qin, what are your thoughts?"

Shirley Yang stared at Qin Yun and cautiously asked.

"Money aside for now, I've figured out your purpose."

In fact, to some extent, the first and second things are essentially the same thing.

Forget about the Jade Key; not only is it extremely useful to me, but I won't give it to you.

Even if they did come up with an idea, it's not something that can be bought with a mere million dollars!

As soon as Qin Yun said this, Shirley Yang understood the deeper meaning behind it.

If nothing unexpected happens, the Exquisite Jade Key should be a magic weapon!

If that's the case, it certainly can't be acquired for a million dollars.

It was a bit tough on Fatty, though. After learning how valuable the Jade Key was, Fatty felt a pang of regret.

"Wow, wow, that thing is so valuable! I should have kept it even if it was expensive!"

However, in the world of antiques and calligraphy, all's fair in love and war!

If one's own judgment is not sharp enough, and one misses out on immense wealth, then who can one blame but oneself?

Shirley Yang: "Judging from what you're saying, Mr. Qin, it seems you know the origin of that ancient jade?"

"I know a little bit about it, but this opportunity would be good to connect it with the Jingjue civilization in the Western Regions that you just mentioned."

"Your guess is correct; this ancient jade does indeed originate from the Western Regions' Jingjue. However, I must say that this object was not actually made by the Western Regions' Jingjue!"

???

"It comes from Jingjue, but it was not made by Jingjue?"

"Master Qin, what does this mean? I'm a little confused."

Not only Lao Hu, but even Shirley Yang, who has in-depth research on the culture of the Western Regions, was somewhat confused at this moment.

However, just as they were wondering, Qin Yun revealed a shocking secret!

"Don't rush, to explain this clearly, we have to go back a long, long time!"

Under Qin Yun's guidance, the thoughts of the Iron Triangle began to diverge.

The origins of this world are far more complex than what is recorded in history textbooks.

After sorting out his thoughts, Qin Yun simply divided it into three eras.

First, there's the ancient past, the Hadean era!

Next is the Primordial Era, followed by the Ancient Era, which is the era of the Three Sovereigns and Five Emperors in the history of Tokyo University!