Chapter: 5549

Although Zhang Erma's requirements were harsh, both men thought of the considerable income and agreed without hesitation.

Zhang Erma didn't beat around the bush, directly transferring 30,000 yuan to each man via WeChat, saying, "This is a prepayment for your labor fees for the next 10 days. If you dare slack off or try to deceive me during these 10 days, don't expect me to be lenient!"

Zhao Laoshi confidently patted his chest and promised, "Erma Brother, don't worry, I'll work with all my might just because of this amazing opportunity! Even if I have to wear adult diapers, I won't budge from my post for a second!"

Xiaoteng also immediately declared, "Erma Brother, I won't take a break during the day or slack off at night. I absolutely won't let you down!"

"Good." Zhang Erma nodded and took out two jade wristlets from his pocket, handing one to each man and warning, "Wear these wristlets on your hands, and under no circumstances remove them. This is a token given by the big clients to verify your identity."

Both men didn't hesitate and immediately put on the wristlets.

Zhao Laoshi played with the wristlet in his hand for a moment, then brought it up to his nose to sniff, whispering, "Bedlam, Erma Brother... this thing is really made from genuine jade!"

"Is that so?" Xiaoteng also sniffed at it and asked suspiciously, "Old Four, how can you tell if it's genuine or fake?"

Zhao Erma interrupted both men, instructing, "You two must remember that to earn this money, you must say little and ask few questions."

Zhao Laoshi chuckled and hurriedly said, "Erma Brother's words are correct. After all, we're responsible for taking things over; we won't inquire about other matters."

Zhao Erma nodded his head, telling both men, "Old Four, go to the printing shop and print a sign that says 'Accepting Hong Kong businessman Chen Jiawei.' Xiaoteng, you also print a sign that says 'Accepting Hong Kong businessman Luo Kai Dong.' Once you're done, you can start work right away. I'll give you your wages for today!"

Zhao Laoshi exclaimed in surprise, "Erma Brother, you're being so hasty! My stall hasn't had time to settle yet... why don't you wait a bit and let my nephew come over to help me keep an eye on things?"

Zhao Erma waved his hand dismissively, saying, "I'll take care of your stall. Anyway, these things are all fake. I'll sell them as high as possible, and after someone is accepted, you two can come find me."

Both men listened to this and no longer hesitated; they immediately nodded their heads and set off together to the printing shop.

Zhao Erma knew that these two people would never be able to accept anyone; after all, those names were just temporary fabrications of his own. If someone was accepted, it would be like seeing a ghost.

He didn't know why Leafcutter had instructed him to do this, but as cunning as he was, he knew that one rule: you shouldn't ask questions about things you're not supposed to know, nor should you try to uncover the truth.

So, he simply sat down at Zhao Laoshi's stall, looked around at the broken items on display, and placed Leafcutter's gift - a piece of shockwood - in the central position.

Zhao Erma sat guard at his stall for over an hour, attracting a few treasure hunters who came to Zhang'erma's stall looking for bargains. Zhang'erma fully utilized his innate talent as an antiques dealer and sold several worthless craft items at exorbitant prices.

After completing a few transactions, Zhang'erma couldn't help but feel a sense of joy and fulfillment. Although selling fake antiques may not have a bright future, he still felt a great sense of accomplishment for doing this.

As he watched those people who had come to buy fake treasures, spending high-priced money on worthless items and exuding a happy and joyful atmosphere, Zhang'erma's heart was especially at ease.

He couldn't help but ponder in his heart: "It seems that the antiques trade is still not entirely futile. A significant part of life's happiness comes from this place... if I don't have much to do when I'm older, I'll come here every now and then to find some fun."

Zhang'erma was happily thinking about this when suddenly a familiar voice called out with a hint of surprise: "Hey, Zhang'erma! When are you going to set up your stall again?"

Zhang'erma looked up, his face immediately filled with respect as he said: "Hey, Elder Shao! I haven't seen you in a long time!"

The one speaking was none other than Leafcutter's father-in-law, Elder Shao Changkun.

Although Elder Shao had become the vice president of the Calligraphy Association, his passion for antiques had not diminished at all since his youth. JrNovels.com