Old Harden, can you handle having your vision-shifting abilities on all the time?

The repair work officially began that afternoon.

Xu Xingxian started by reproducing the most difficult aspect: the color of the blue-and-white porcelain.

He took out a small fragment that had fallen from the plum vase, used a portable XRF analyzer to test the elemental composition of the glaze, and then began to adjust the glaze formula based on the test results.

Cobalt oxide, iron oxide, manganese oxide, copper oxide...

The amount of each colorant added must be precise to the milligram level.

Xu Xing weighed, mixed, and ground the materials, making more than a dozen test pieces with different proportions, and then labeled and placed them into the electric kiln.

During the firing process, he repeatedly activated his X-ray vision to observe the microscopic changes in the glaze at each stage of heating, holding, and cooling.

It was already evening when the first batch of test films came out.

Xu Xing compared the colors under standard light and found that some formulas were already quite close to the original, but there were still gaps in the formation of rust spots and the diffusion effect.

Based on the differences in microstructure observed with his X-ray vision, he adjusted the formula and made a second batch of test pieces.

This time the effect was much better.

Xu Xing selected the closest formula and made three minor adjustments to it before finally determining the glaze formula.

It was already the afternoon of the next day.

The next step is to glue the fragments together and restore the shape of the vessel.

Because there are many fragments and the fracture edges are uneven, bonding them together is very difficult.

Xu Xing adopted a strategy of starting from large and working down to small, first using high-temperature resistant metal glue to bond the two largest main body fragments, and then gradually bonding the smaller fragments.

Each piece must be clamped for at least one hour to ensure a firm bond.

Meanwhile, an adjustable high-temperature resistant alloy bracket is still installed inside the bottle to fix key stress points at multiple points, preventing displacement or deformation during subsequent firing.

After the bonding work was completed, Xu Xing began to repair the glaze defects.

He first used a 3D scanner to accurately model the damaged area, and then made a patch using the same clay. After a series of processes such as trimming, bisque firing, and joining, the patch was perfectly embedded into the damaged area.

Finally, the glaze is repaired.

After the glaze was repaired, Xu Xing carefully placed the plum vase into the medium-sized electric kiln and set the firing curve.

The firing temperature was set at 1250℃ for 30 minutes, followed by natural cooling.

The entire firing process takes eight hours.

On the morning of the fourth day, Xu Xing called Zhao Yongchang and invited him to come and see the results of his restoration of the Yuan blue and white porcelain.

Firstly, it would further demonstrate our strength, and secondly, it would reassure him.

Zhao Yongchang readily agreed that he would come over and take a look himself right away.

Shortly after he arrived at the laboratory, the electric kiln completed its cooling process and emitted a beeping sound.

Xu Xing put on thick, heat-resistant gloves and opened the kiln door.

When the Yuan Dynasty blue and white porcelain plum vase with peony scroll design was taken out and placed on the worktable, the entire restoration room seemed to light up.

The vessel is dignified and elegant, with a rich and deep blue-and-white glaze. The rust spots and diffusion effects are natural and realistic, blending perfectly with the original glaze.

Seeing the repair results, Zhao Yongchang was both surprised and delighted, and completely relieved.

At the same time, he grew to like Xu Xing more and more, thinking that he must urge his niece to hurry up when he got back.

After the temperature had completely dropped, Xu Xing removed the alloy bracket and personally carried out the stitching process.

He used a layered injection method, first filling the finest branches inside the crease with low-viscosity resin, then reinforcing the main cracks with medium-viscosity resin, and finally filling the surface with high-viscosity resin.

With the aid of X-ray vision, he could clearly see the flow of resin inside the cracks, ensuring that every corner was completely filled without any air bubbles remaining.

After the stitching was finished, he began the stitching repair work, where only a tiny trace could be barely seen under specific side lighting.

Where the glaze is damaged, the newly applied glaze blends seamlessly with the original glaze, with no visible color difference.

Xu Xing used a magnifying glass to inspect every inch, and after confirming that there were no problems with any of the repaired parts, he filled the remaining gaps with epoxy resin and finally polished them.

When the last step was completed, it was already 5 p.m.

Xu Xing let out a long sigh of relief, put down his tools, and looked at the perfectly preserved plum vase with a satisfied smile.

"It's completely finished."

Zhao Yongchang gave a thumbs up and exclaimed with admiration, "Xu Gong's smooth and skillful restoration technique is absolutely masterful and deserves the praise that President Wang gave me a couple of days ago. I am now full of confidence in the restoration of my Yongle blue and white porcelain plum vase with sea dragon design."

Xu Xing smiled and said, "It's good that President Zhao is confident."

After saying that, he notified the evaluation team to come and conduct the final evaluation.

Zhou Wenyuan arrived quickly, bringing a full set of testing equipment, and conducted a comprehensive and meticulous examination of the plum vase.

An hour later, he put down the magnifying glass and solemnly announced: "The Yuan Dynasty blue and white peony-patterned plum vase, after being restored by Xu Xing, fully meets and exceeds the first-level compliance standard of the national 'Management Measures for the Qualification of Restoration of Movable Cultural Relics,' and is internally rated as excellent."

"The original artifact is valued at 35 million yuan, while the damaged artifact is valued at 2.8 million yuan. After restoration, the market value can reach 85% of the original artifact's value, which is 29.75 million yuan."

"According to company regulations, the performance bonus for S-level excellent repair projects is calculated at 60% of the price difference. The difference before and after the repair is 26.95 million yuan, and XCMG will receive a performance bonus of 16.17 million yuan."

Xu Xing was very satisfied.

Adding the previous 17 million for the Gui-style incense burner, this month's total revenue has exceeded 30 million.

Upon seeing this, Zhao Yongchang expressed his desire to invite Xu Xing to dinner alone and to show him his collection.

"Although most of my collection consists of metalware, I do have some calligraphy and paintings. If you see anything you like, I'll give you a 20% discount!"

Upon hearing this, Xu Xing became interested and told Zhu Yong and Liu Jian to do as they pleased and wait for further notice before returning to work.

He then went out and drove to Zhao Yongchang's house.

Zhao Yongchang's home is located in the eastern suburbs of Chang'an. It is a garden-style building with a very large area, modeled after the structure of gardens in Jiangnan.

Moreover, it was clearly designed by a master; the artificial mountains, flowing water, pavilions, and towers are all very artistic.

"Mr. Zhao is very generous; this kind of garden is extremely rare around here."

Xu Xing's face was full of emotion.

Zhao Yongchang laughed heartily and proudly pulled Xu Xing to visit the garden first. "We'll eat later. Let's take a good look at this garden first. This garden, not counting the land, cost me nearly 400 million to get it."

However, given XCMG's capabilities, creating such a courtyard wouldn't be difficult for them. Let me know if you need anything, and I'll introduce you to the designer.

Although Xu Xing felt this thing was too extravagant, he might have the ability to do something so extravagant in the future.

He smiled and nodded in thanks, saying, "Then I thank you in advance, Mr. Zhao."