Chapter 248: The Origin of the Jade 106
Kong Lili rushed out the door early the next morning.
The taxi dropped her off at the antique market and left.
Here was Qingzhou’s largest antique market, Peng Garden.
Kong Lili entered the market, greeted by rows of faux-ancient buildings, all adorned with plaques mentioning jade or pavilions.
Early in the morning, the market was completely deserted, save for the occasional cleaner sweeping the grounds.
As the autumn wind swept past, Kong Lili couldn’t help but wrap her arms around herself and rub them.
Following the address, she arrived at the most luxurious and imposing faux-ancient building in the market.
The pure blue glazed tiles sparkled under the morning sunlight, with flying eaves and brackets, jade carvings, and golden inscriptions. On the black-pillared corridors flanking the building were phrases in bold gold brushstrokes: "Renowned Peng Garden across the world, timeless ancient charm illuminating China."
The plaque in the center bore the three characters "Qingge Pavilion."
Among antique enthusiasts, the name Qingge Pavilion was exceedingly famous, though for a layperson like Kong Lili, it was completely unfamiliar.
She stood at the entrance, stunned, marveling at the grandeur and splendor of the building.
She lowered her head and checked the address on her phone. Peng Garden No. 15. Yes, this was the place.