I'm Really Going to Become an Immortal
Chapter 149 - 127: Utterly Inverting the Northern Dipper!_2

Chapter 149: Chapter 127: Utterly Inverting the Northern Dipper!_2

He simply booted up his computer and began today’s writing.

His new book was set to hit the shelves on the 10th. Although he didn’t count on making money from it, he had high hopes to fulfill his boastful claim of becoming a great author.

So,

He had promised the editor, Meteor, a release of 500,000 words on launch, which naturally could only increase, never decrease.

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April 4th arrived.

Being a Thursday and a Tomb Sweeping Day holiday, Jinjiang Art Center’s art exhibition opened today and would last until the end of the holiday on the 6th.

At seven in the morning,

Chen Yun did not go to exercise, nor did he go to Thermal Sight for snake soup.

Compared to those, he had serious business to attend to.

He went straight to knock on Bai Shi’s door.

Through his Transparent World Perception, he could tell that Bai Shi was currently dressed in a swanky suit, meticulously adjusting his collar and sleeves in front of the mirror.

Upon hearing the knock, Bai Shi strolled over leisurely and opened the door.

"The beauty of the morning is as fragrant as grass, as clear as a stream, as transparent as glass, as sweet as dew. Good morning!"

Bai Shi leaned against the doorframe, flamboyantly waving at Chen Yun who was outside the door. Clearly, the activity he was preparing for today had him filled with anticipation and excitement.

He murmured a catchphrase that had become less frequent after he started dating.

Of course, Chen Yun had not heard this one before.

Presumably, Bai Shi came up with it himself.

"Good morning. On this beautiful morning, may the first ray of sunlight bring you endless hope and motivation. No matter what happened yesterday, today is a brand new beginning, brimming with endless possibilities."

Chen Yun responded with a smile and a nod.

No one knew better than him, who listened to traffic broadcasts every day, how to give a greeting, effortlessly pulling out good morning, good afternoon, and good night from various sources.

Even now,

The traffic broadcast decoding was still playing in his ear: Currently, the city’s main roads are running smoothly, please pay attention to the following potential congestion points during the morning rush hour: due to construction, there’s a slight slowdown at xx intersection. Friends passing through this area, please plan your route in advance and drive patiently...

Chen Yun had already grown accustomed to the presence of traffic broadcasts as background noise.

"Why so excited today? Planning to attend the art exhibition at Jinjiang Art Center?"

Chen Yun cut straight to the chase with a laugh.

Hearing this, Bai Shi looked at Chen Yun with surprise: "How did you know?"

He was indeed going to that art exhibition.

Ever since Bai Shi washed his hands clean and returned to the country, stealthily donating some lost national treasures overseas to the government, he only had a few pieces of art left for his personal enjoyment, with the majority hidden around the world.

In order to retire in peace, he tried to keep away from all kinds of cultural relics and museums. But when he chose the retirement place, he couldn’t help but pick the culturally rich Shu region.

The closest he had been to art and relics in recent years was when he dragged Chen Yun to visit the King Ming Mausoleum scenic area and saw some relics on display.

After accepting Chen Yun’s advice to relax and welcome a girlfriend, Bai Shi began to live less cautiously.

For this event that he had been following for some time, he had decisively chosen to go and see.

Bai Shi knew that Chen Yun, unlike Sun Huwen and Jiang Anping, probably wouldn’t go home for tomb-sweeping this Qingming since a trip home would be costly and energy-draining for Chen Yun, especially since he had just been home not long ago.

So, he planned to invite Chen Yun to join him at the exhibition for a look around and some fun.

However, before he could extend the invitation, Chen Yun guessed it.

"Let’s not discuss how I knew."

"What identity do you plan to assume for your visit? An internationally renowned art thief? Or a forger of artwork wanted in multiple countries?"

Chen Yun couldn’t help but tease Bai Shi with a sidelong glance.

So this guy went in.

Isn’t that just like a rat finding its way into a rice store?

If even a single painting were to go missing from the art exhibition, not to mention Chen Yun wouldn’t hesitate to suspect Bai Shi had done something, I estimate that even Bai Shi himself would doubt whether he accidentally walked off with it at some point.

After all, as a habitual offender, his thieving skills had become so strong they could almost be called automatic looting.

"Cough, cough, what kind of talk is that?"

"Well, I am not the same now."

Bai Shi cleared his throat and lifted his head, showing a smug expression.

Then he pulled out an invitation from his pocket and smilingly handed it to Chen Yun.

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[Art Exhibition: A Kaleidoscope of Color - A Journey through Art]

[Organizers: Officials and Shucheng Art Academy]

[Location: Jinjiang Art Center]

[City, Postal Code, Phone Number, Email, Official Website]

Dear Mr. Bai Shi,

In this blossoming season of art, we cordially invite you as an esteemed guest to participate in the "Kaleidoscope of Color - A Journey through Art" art exhibition, organized by officials and Shucheng Art Academy.

Your professional insights and profound art appraisal skills are highly regarded in the industry, and we firmly believe that your participation will add endless luster to our exhibition.

We’ve specially arranged thematic lectures, dialogues with artists, and guided tours of the works, and look forward to your presence on-site, to share in the appreciation of fine works with many art lovers and peers, and to share your invaluable views and unique perspectives. Your participation is not only an acknowledgment of the exhibiting artists but will also make a significant contribution to the promotion of art exchanges and the improvement of appraisal standards.

To ensure your comfortable experience, please inform us of your attendance by April 4th through the following methods.

...

"Now, I am a professional art appraisal expert."

Bai Shi said, politely removing his hat and bowing slightly.

However, this seemingly polite action

made him appear excessively affected.

"You’re an invited expert?"

Chen Yun looked at the invitation, stunned for a moment, and then couldn’t help but turn his gaze towards Bai Shi’s smug look.

He wasn’t surprised by Bai Shi’s methods; acquiring a fake identity and invitation was quite normal.

Nor did he question Bai Shi’s expertise in art appraisal, after all, how else could he forge things if he didn’t have a decent level of appraisal skills.

But this was like a weasel sneaking into a henhouse or a rat falling into a bin of rice, wasn’t it?

This was just too strange!

An art thief was invited as a guest to an art exhibition to appraise and critique the artworks.

It was simply...

Absolutely topsy-turvy!

Chen Yun couldn’t help but want to make a sarcastic remark.

"Don’t think it suits me?" Bai Shi raised an eyebrow smugly and then added, "Want to join? I can take one more person."

"Sure, I’ve got nothing better to do at home."

Chen Yun nodded, pretending to consider the offer for a moment before agreeing.

But in reality, he had already intended to do so.

Attending an art exhibition with an art appraisal expert would allow him to wander around freely and take a good look without looking at all suspicious.