Chapter 443: Former Steward Gets Fired
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Chapter 443: Former Steward Gets Fired
As Shu Yu walked further into the narrow path through the bamboo forest, a person emerged and blocked her way.
"Who are you?" the person asked.
Shu Yu took out her jade token and said, "I want to see your steward. I have something to sell."
Dressed in men's clothing and holding the jade token, it was clear that she was familiar with the black market.
The person's attitude became respectful, and he led her to the side. "Please follow me, honored guest."
Returning to the familiar estate, Shu Yu couldn't help but feel a little sentimental.
Upon entering the estate, Shu Yu was asked to wait in a house at the entrance instead of going further inside.
"Please wait here, the steward will be informed," the person said.
Shu Yu nodded and stood in the room silently, observing her surroundings. She didn't drink the tea that was brought to her.
Although she had the jade token, she remained cautious due to the previous steward's blatant seizure of her uncle's painting.
After waiting for about the time it takes to drink a cup of tea, a middle-aged man who appeared quite capable approached.
As soon as he entered, he smiled and said to Shu Yu, "Apologies for the wait, please have a seat."
Shu Yu sat across from him and scrutinized him before saying with suspicion, "You're not the steward I met last time."
The middle-aged man paused but nonchalantly replied, "He didn't perform well in his duties, so he's no longer here."
Not performing well?
Shu Yu thought for a moment and realized it must be because of the incident when Zhao Xi shouted about a thief, causing quite a commotion and alerting the guests in the main hall.
Given the strict rules of the black market, it was likely that an investigation was conducted regarding the thief incident. During the investigation, they would have discovered the steward's blatant act of seizing the painting, which led to her uncle's return to the black market in an attempt to retrieve the painting, resulting in the subsequent events.
The steward's behavior had indeed tarnished the reputation of the black market, so it was normal for him to be dismissed or punished.
Shu Yu felt quite pleased. She thought she would have to deal with the same steward this time and had even considered taking the opportunity to teach him a lesson. But now, there was no need.
Shu Yu nodded at the middle-aged man in front of her and didn't inquire further about the former steward. "May I know your name, sir?"
"I am surnamed Guo," the man named Guo replied straightforwardly. "I heard from the people below that you have something valuable to sell. May I have a look?"
"Of course, I would need your expertise for identification," Shu Yu said directly. She took the bundle behind her and placed it on the table, then carefully untied it, revealing a box inside.
Shu Yu had bought this box for one or two silver coins, so it was a bit painful for her to part with it.
But there was no other choice. Good packaging would increase the price.
Shu Yu opened the box, revealing a glass mirror wrapped in silk cloth.
As soon as a corner of the mirror was visible, Mr. Guo's eyes widened in astonishment, and the reflection of his shocked expression was perfectly captured by the glass mirror.
"This is..." he began.
"A mirror," Shu Yu carefully took out the entire mirror and said, "It's an imported item, different from the bronze mirrors here. It reflects very clearly. Mr. Guo, you can see for yourself, even the reflection of your own eyes can be seen clearly."
Even if Shu Yu hadn't said anything, Mr. Guo would have noticed.
He wiped his hands carefully with a cloth and then took it over, examining it closely. The more he looked, the more he liked it, and the more he couldn't bear to let go of it. "This is a fantastic item. It's truly exceptional."
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