The system only arrives when you're old? Then let's create a super-rich family!

Shangjing, the old city area of ​​Xicheng.

As night deepens and the old street becomes quiet, the traditional courtyard houses with their blue bricks and gray tiles are nestled in the heart of the city, far from the hustle and bustle of the city center, making them the perfect place for the elderly to recuperate.

In the dead of night, the entire street was already dark and silent, with only the soft rustling of the evening breeze through the treetops.

Several black official cars quietly parked at the alley entrance, their lights off and silent.

Wei Zheng, dressed in a dark suit, stood tall and straight, and was the first to get out of the car.

A dozen or so elite special forces members followed behind, their steps steady and their aura cold, instantly making the air in the entire street heavy.

The group walked quickly to the courtyard gate and gently knocked on the wooden door.

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In the dead of night, the crisp knocking on the door sounded particularly abrupt.

The caregiver on duty in the courtyard was over fifty years old and a light sleeper; she was instantly awakened.

Wearing a light coat and rubbing her sleepy eyes, she quickly walked to the door and casually asked, "Who is it? Knocking at the door in the middle of the night."

As soon as she finished speaking, she reached out and opened the wooden door.

A group of tall, imposing figures in black instantly came into view outside the door.

The nanny's pupils suddenly contracted, her sleepiness vanished instantly, her whole body stiffened involuntarily, and her heart tightened sharply.

These people had an intimidating aura; their eyes were sharp, and they were dressed in suits. They were clearly not ordinary people, nor were they just regular visitors.

Seeing that the aunt was frightened, Wei Zheng said in a gentle tone:

"Hello, we are from the Special Investigation Department of the Dragon Kingdom. We are visiting late at night and have important business to discuss with Academician Lü Zhen. Please inform us of our presence."

Special Investigations Division!

Although the aunt didn't understand the specific functions, she knew that this was a special national-level agency, and that a visit at night must be of utmost importance.

She quickly stepped aside to make way, looking rather reserved.

"Please come in, esteemed leaders! Please come in! I'll go and call Mr. Lü right away!"

The group entered the courtyard in response, moving slowly and quietly, trying not to make a sound.

The aunt led the group to the main hall, served them hot tea, and then turned and hurried to the side room to find Lü Bo.

At this moment, in the side bedroom, Lü Bo had just finished washing up and lay down, preparing to fall asleep.

A rapid knocking sounded suddenly, accompanied by the aunt's panicked shout: "Mr. Lü! Get up quickly! A leader from a special department has come to the compound, saying he has urgent business with the old man!"

Lu Bo's heart sank suddenly, and he was instantly wide awake, sitting up abruptly in bed.

Late at night, at a special institution, a door-to-door meeting.

The combination of these keywords instantly gave him a bad feeling.

Regular official business never involves late-night visits; such a secretive and urgent visit is usually not a good thing.

He couldn't help but let his mind wander: Could it be that the old man had recently been involved in some sensitive project in private? Or had there been a major problem with the cultural relics he had appraised? Or perhaps he had secretly crossed some red line?

The more he thought about it, the more panicked he became. Without delay, Lü Bo quickly put on his coat, straightened his clothes, and strode towards the main hall.

As soon as he stepped into the hall, he felt an overwhelming sense of oppressive power.

The people in the hall sat upright and orderly, their auras calm and composed. Wei Zheng, in particular, had a calm and gentle expression, yet he exuded the imposing aura of a top leader, making people afraid to look him in the eye.

Lu Bo felt increasingly uneasy, so he quickly composed himself and asked respectfully:

"What brings you here so late at night, esteemed leaders?"

Wei Zheng nodded slightly, skipped the pleasantries, and went straight to the point:

"Don't be nervous. We're just here to ask you a few questions."

"I heard that the Bai family has a jade pendant that was submitted to Academician Lü Zhen for appraisal. Is the pendant still in the Academician's possession? Are there any preliminary appraisal results?"

Upon hearing that it wasn't about being held accountable or punished, Lü Bo's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, instantly settled down. He let out a long sigh of relief, and the tension on his face slowly eased.

He quickly replied truthfully, "The jade pendant is indeed in my father's possession."

"These past two days, my father has been working day and night, studying this jade pendant. He has barely slept and has been comparing it with historical records, patterns, and materials, but he still cannot determine its specific age and origin."

"My father is getting on in years and his health can't withstand much exertion. He couldn't stay up all night and went to bed early. I wonder if the matter is urgent? If so, could he come again tomorrow morning? I will wake my father up as soon as possible to wait for you all."

Upon hearing this, Wei Zheng frowned slightly.

He knew in his heart that in the field of antique and cultural relic appraisal in China, the only one who could surpass Lü Zhen was Yu Cong, a living fossil and a leading figure in the field.

Lu Zhen is over seventy years old. After two consecutive days and nights of non-stop appraisal of cultural relics, he was already physically and mentally exhausted. He dared not forcibly wake him up in the middle of the night, as the consequences would be unimaginable if it caused any health problems.

Mr. Yu Cong is already ninety years old, with an extremely regular schedule. He is already sound asleep late at night, so he should not be disturbed at all.

If he takes the jade pendant, it will probably be difficult to find someone to appraise it for a while.

After a brief moment of thought and consideration, Wei Zheng slowly nodded: "In that case, we'll come and bother you again tomorrow morning."

After saying that, he raised his hand to signal, and led the group of special forces members away.

The group did not go far, but checked into a compliant guesthouse near the old street and waited for dawn the next day.

The next day, at six o'clock in the morning.

As dawn broke and the first light of day appeared, a thin mist enveloped the old city of Shangjing.

The older generation generally has regular schedules, going to bed early and waking up early.

After a good night's sleep, Lü Zhen washed away her fatigue and felt much better.

He had just lifted the covers, preparing to get up and wash, when the bedroom door was gently pushed open, and Lü Bo strode in, looking somewhat hurried.

"Dad, you're awake! Last night, the Special Branch of the Dragon Kingdom came to our door, led by Wei Zheng, the highest-ranking official in the Special Branch!"

"Who? Wei Zheng?!"

Lu Zhen's eyes snapped open, her mind instantly cleared, her sleepiness vanished completely, and her heart sank.

Did Wei Zheng personally visit late at night?

Such a top-level figure rarely appears in person for ordinary major cases. For him to visit my own courtyard overnight must mean that something earth-shattering has happened!

His first thought was that his son had caused a terrible disaster outside, and he was instantly filled with rage. He grabbed the ceramic water glass from the bedside table and smashed it hard in front of Lü Bo.

The water glass brushed against Lü Bo's clothes and fell to the ground with a soft thud, without breaking.

Lu Zhen's face turned ashen, and she rebuked him sternly:

"You wretched child! What outrageous and illegal things have you been doing behind my back that have even drawn the attention of the Special Branch Chief?"

Lu Bo quickly bent down and steadily caught the water glass, both amused and exasperated, explaining while sweating profusely:

"Dad! You've misunderstood! They didn't come to see me; they came specifically to see you!"

"Looking for me?"

Lu Zhen froze instantly, her face filled with astonishment, her anger freezing on her face.

"Yes," Lü Bo nodded emphatically, quickly explaining, "It's that dragon-shaped jade pendant the Bai family sent a few days ago. It's suspected to hold a major secret. Section Chief Wei came last night specifically for this pendant! They're waiting in the front hall right now; you should go take a look!"

"Is it because of that jade pendant...?"

Lu Zhen suddenly realized what was going on, her heart filled with doubt and uncertainty. She quickly got up, changed her clothes, and hurried towards the front hall.