Ji Nanshan nodded in agreement, "Brother Ye is right. Jiang Zhong was just a scapegoat pushed forward. The real mastermind must be hiding very deeply. If we alert them, it will be difficult to unearth the mastermind."
"Indeed."
Ye Fan's gaze grew colder, "This person behind the scenes must have immense influence, so we absolutely cannot act rashly. The Antique Association will not back down either. Let's wait for them to make the first move, and we'll investigate in secret. Before we understand the full story, we must not act impulsively."
Ye Fan's words set the tone for this matter. Tianyin Pavilion would only be known to the three of them.
There was no rush for this matter. Instead, Shen Tianyin looked at Ye Fan with a shy expression.
"I, I want to ask you for a favor."
Ever since Ye Fan had known Shen Tianyin, she had always appeared as a strong businesswoman. Why was she acting so coy today?
"Miss Shen, please speak freely. As long as I can help, I will not refuse."
Shen Tianyin had treated him well. She had helped him first during the demolition, and later hired him to appraise treasures.
If it weren't for Shen Tianyin, it would have taken him a long time to make a name for himself in the Jiangcheng antique circle.
"The day after tomorrow is my grandfather's birthday. I want to invite you to go with me."
With Ye Fan by her side, she felt safe.
Moreover, Shen Shiyun would never miss such a perfect opportunity to target her. Without Ye Fan there, Shen Tianyin truly didn't know if she could handle it!
"Me?"
Ye Fan exclaimed in surprise, "Miss Shen, although I really want to help you, it is your grandfather's birthday after all. I have no connection with the Shen family. It would be inappropriate to attend so abruptly, wouldn't it?"
Shen Tianyin quickly waved her hand, "No, no. If you attend as my boyfriend, you won't feel awkward."
As she uttered the words "boyfriend," even her heart trembled, and a blush crept onto her face.
Looking at Shen Tianyin's current demeanor, she was nowhere near as heroic as when she had stood up for him earlier.
"If Miss Shen doesn't mind, I don't have any objections. You just need to send someone to pick me up."
Shrugging his shoulders, Ye Fan said indifferently.
He had no aversion to such matters, and moreover, it would help Shen Tianyin, so he felt it was his duty.
Seeing Ye Fan agree so readily, Shen Tianyin's face immediately lit up with a smile, "Great! I'll take you to buy clothes tomorrow, and we can also visit Taoran Pavilion. The transfer procedures are complete, and I'll bring them to you tomorrow."
After winning Taoran Pavilion at the appraisal fair, Shen Tianyin had helped with the relevant procedures. He didn't expect her to be so efficient; everything was settled in just one day.
Ye Fan's heart immediately filled with excitement. This was his first fixed asset in this life.
Although Taoran Pavilion's reputation had been ruined, a starving camel was still bigger than a horse. It was, after all, a renowned antique shop in Jiangcheng.
"Alright, I'll wait for you tomorrow."
With matters settled here, Ye Fan hurried back to the hospital.
He arrived at the ward and happened to see Divine Doctor Hao and Jiang Zhitao walking out.
Divine Doctor Hao looked exhausted, his face pale, and even his steps were somewhat unsteady.
Ye Fan quickly strode forward, "Divine Doctor Hao, how is it?"
Ye Fan's voice was a little anxious, afraid of hearing a bad outcome.
However, Divine Doctor Hao waved his hand, "I have fulfilled my mission. I didn't expect your sister to be suffering from this illness. If it were anyone else but me, they would have been helpless."
Divine Doctor Hao's weak voice indicated how much energy had been expended in treating Ye Xuanyuan.
Ye Fan finally breathed a sigh of relief, "Thank you, Divine Doctor Hao. I owe you a favor. If you ever need anything in the future, I will go through fire and water without hesitation."
Such a promise might not be important to Divine Doctor Hao, but to Ye Fan, it was the first time he had ever made such a solemn pledge.
"Brother Ye, I'll take the old man back to rest first, and I'll come find you later."
Ye Fan nodded and personally saw them off at the hospital.
Returning to the ward, Ye Xuanyuan's complexion had already turned rosy, unlike her previous pale state.
Zhang Chunlan was by her side, shedding tears of excitement.
After so many years, her daughter finally had hope of recovery. How could she not be moved?
Without disturbing the quiet atmosphere, Ye Fan quietly retreated, his eyes slightly moist.
His sister was finally saved, and all his efforts were worth it.
...
At the coffee shop outside the hospital, although he was not accustomed to this environment, it was good that there were few people and it was quiet, making it convenient for their conversation.
"Brother Ye, I heard that Miss Shen's Tianyin Pavilion encountered a crisis. If you need any help from your humble brother, please don't hesitate to ask."
This matter had already spread throughout the Jiangcheng antique circle. Tianyin Pavilion was accused of forging and selling fakes and was investigated by the Antique Association. However, Ye Fan intervened and repelled the people sent by the Antique Association.
Ye Fan narrowed his eyes. This matter was certainly being secretly spread by people from the Antique Association. After all, their reputation was too greatly affected by their humiliating retreat, so they naturally had to save face.
However, such a smear was truly disgusting.
"Qin Zhonghe's brother, I want specific information on this person."
Since they had set their sights on Tianyin Pavilion, Ye Fan could not stand idly by.
"Qin Zhongping? He's the one behind this?"
Jiang Zhitao frowned, "This old scoundrel, I've disliked him for a long time. Relying on Qin Zhonghe's connections, he has wreaked havoc in the Jiangcheng antique circle, harming countless innocent and weak people."
When Qin Zhongping was mentioned, Jiang Zhitao was filled with anger. The Jiang family's business had been targeted by Qin Zhongping in the past, resulting in a large financial loss. Since then, the Jiang family and the Qin brothers had a feud.
However, their status in Jiangcheng was quite high, and the Jiang family could not easily make a move.
Now that the opportunity had finally arrived, how could Jiang Zhitao miss it?
Ye Fan was slightly stunned and looked up at him, "I need detailed information."
This Qin Zhongping was undoubtedly involved in the creation of the fakes. Perhaps he could serve as a breakthrough point to find some clues.
Seeing Ye Fan's serious expression and cold demeanor, Jiang Zhitao also suppressed his anger and nodded heavily, "I can get it done tonight."
Ye Fan had not told Jiang Zhitao about the batch of fakes. The time was not yet ripe, and the fewer people who knew, the better.
Moreover, even he did not know who the mastermind was. Recklessly telling Jiang Zhitao could put him in danger.
Therefore, it was better to wait.
With the serious matters concluded, Jiang Zhitao looked at Ye Fan with a sheepish smile.
"Brother Ye, my grandfather has mentioned it to me several times, asking me to invite you to our home. He also has a few old items that he wants you to take a look at. I wonder when Brother Ye will be free?"
Glancing at the time, it was too late today. Ye Fan said, "Tomorrow afternoon. I should pay him a visit then."
Jiang Zhitao had helped him a lot. For propriety and reason, he should visit him. As for helping him appraise items, that was just a side matter.
"Great, I'll pick you up tomorrow afternoon."
With a confirmed answer, a large stone in Jiang Zhitao's heart was finally laid to rest.