Ten minutes later, Qin Feng and Xue Jiahui were brought into the office of Cao Guoming, chairman of Yougu Group.
This office is more spacious than Cao Guozheng's. As soon as you enter the room, you can smell the refreshing scent of sandalwood, which immediately makes you feel relaxed and happy.
Qin Feng just glanced at it, with a look of shock in his eyes. Because almost all the furniture in the room was made of small leaf red sandalwood, and the furniture in this office alone was probably worth at least tens of millions.
At this moment, in the living room of the room, sitting on the chair of the Grand Master, a 60-year-old man with a slightly fat body and a fair complexion was sitting. This man's eyes were closed, he was playing with a string of Buddhist beads in his hand, and he was chanting something.
On the coffee table in front of him were six teacups with different textures. Each teacup was filled with the aroma of tea.
Cao Guozheng said with a smile: "Qin Feng, you two each have three cups of tea. After tasting it, tell me the name of the tea and its place of origin."
When Xue Jiahui heard that it was tea again, her head suddenly grew three times.
Qin Feng smiled slightly and said: "It seems that Mr. Cao is really a tea lover. Sitting in this furniture kingdom full of small-leaf red sandalwood, smelling the elegant sandalwood, using a built-in lamp from the Song Dynasty,
Sipping the best tea, this is the enjoyment.”
Cao Guozheng looked at Qin Feng in surprise and said, "Do you know how to build a lamp?"
Qin Feng said very modestly: "Do you know something about it?"
Cao Guozheng asked: "Then why do you recognize at a glance that all six jianzhan in front of you are from the Song Dynasty?"
Qin Feng smiled and said: "Mr. Cao, I didn't say that all six of these lamps are from the Song Dynasty. The three lamps in the front are from the Song Dynasty, but the three lamps at the back are modern. They are different."
The look of surprise in Cao Guozheng's eyes became even stronger. Even Cao Guoming, who had been spinning the beads in his hand next to him, paused slightly when he heard this, and raised his eyebrows slightly, but did not open his eyes.
Both Cao Guozheng and Cao Guoming knew that Cao Guozheng had actually set a trap for Qin Feng just now. If Qin Feng did not refute, then Qin Feng would have failed.
If Qin Feng can taste the origin and name of the tea, it can only be regarded as passing the test, but it is not perfect, because the real purpose of Cao Guoming's design of this test is to test the eyesight of the person being tested to see whether the other party can identify the tea cup.
dynasty.
Qin Feng's few words of understatement directly resolved the trap of the Cao Guoming brothers.
Cao Guozheng stared at Qin Feng and asked: "Qin Feng, why do you think the three in front are from the Song Dynasty, while the three in the back are modern?"
Qin Feng smiled and said: "To distinguish whether a jianzhan is from the Song Dynasty or from ancient times, there are four main aspects to distinguish it. First look at the kiln.
In the Song Dynasty, the traditional dragon kiln was used for firing, while in modern times, electric kilns are mainly used, and a small number of gas kilns are used.
Second, look at the shape of the tea bowl. Most of the tea bowls used by people in the Song Dynasty were narrow-mouthed ones. The bunched-mouth and open-mouthed types generally appear on tea bowls, and rarely appear on small vessels.
It is thinner, lighter in weight, and more convenient for daily use. In order to pursue the yield rate and the so-called pressing hand, modern tea cups also use thick tires for tea cups that are usually used for drinking tea.
Third, look at the glaze.
The glaze of Jianzhan in the Song Dynasty was made from grass, wood, and soil ash. Gray glaze was the earliest high-temperature glaze developed in my country. The mineral types in plant ash are very rich, but the composition is difficult to master. Different species of plants have different chemical properties. If the substances are mixed and fired, the composition will be more complex. The glaze water used in modern firing and building lamps is not as complicated as in the Song Dynasty. Each author of firing and building lamps has his own glaze formula.
Fourth, look at the firing.
The firing temperature range of Jianzhan is very narrow. The critical point is within a few degrees. The higher the temperature, the narrower the critical point. On the contrary, the lower the temperature, the wider the critical point. In the Song Dynasty, each kiln position in the dragon kiln was used.
Temperatures and atmospheres are different, and there are only a few most suitable temperatures and atmospheres. Modern electric kilns often use instruments to control the temperature in terms of firing.
Take this rabbit hair cup for example."
As he spoke, Qin Feng pointed to the two jian tea cups in the middle and said: "The rabbit hair cup in front is red in color. This is because the iron content of the jian tea cup in the Song Dynasty was high, and it was produced in the kiln.
Affected by carbon monoxide gas, the tire color is black or red. However, modern handicrafts and imitations are white in color, often painted with ink and dyed black. Although the finished products are very similar, you can still see the difference if you look carefully.
.”
After finishing speaking, Qin Feng picked up the cup of rabbit hair cup, looked at it, smelled it, tasted it, and said with a smile: "The tea buds are fat and well-proportioned, soft and tender, with bold edges exposed, like a bird's tongue, and golden yellow
, the tea soup is clear, apricot yellow, bright, with a mellow taste in the mouth and a sweet aftertaste. This is the top grade Huangshan Maofeng tea.
As for this cup of tea, it should be Keemun black tea."
As he spoke, Qin Feng picked up the cup of tea on the left and after taking a look, smelled and tasted it, he said with a smile: "That's right, it's Keemun black tea. The appearance is tight, thin and well-proportioned, and the inner quality is fragrant and contains honey.
Fragrance, mellow taste, dry and fresh, mellow, the best among black teas.”
At this moment, Cao Guoming, who had kept his eyes closed, suddenly opened his eyes, his eyes were calm and he said with a sense of oppression: "There is no need to identify this third cup. This little brother's knowledge of tea ceremony is already rich enough.
This first level is over. Let’s go directly to the second level.”
Cao Guozheng nodded, looked at Qin Feng with a smile and said: "Qin Feng, each of these three types of tea must recite a poem. You can quote ancient poems, or you can compose your own poem on the spot. Prepare time.
It’s 2 minutes. After 2 minutes, all three poems need to come out. After each poem is finished, you can have five steps of thinking time. Within five steps, the next poem must come out.”
Hearing this request, Xue Jiahui said with some dissatisfaction: "I say Mr. Cao, are you making things too difficult for me? When Cao Pi made things difficult for Cao Zhi, he only ordered him to write a poem in seven steps, but you only gave him
Isn’t the time of five steps too exaggerated? I really can’t write two characters of Cao in one stroke.”
Cao Guozheng smiled slightly: "When Jiang Taigong fishes, those who wish will take the bait."
Qin Feng gently patted Xue Jiahui on the shoulder and said: "Don't worry, I don't need five steps to complete the poem, nor do I need two minutes. I can recite it directly now."
To write a poem about Huangshan Mao Feng, I will just borrow the poem "Recalling Ming Ya" by Li Deyu, the prime minister of the Tang Dynasty:
The spring day is warm in the valley, and I gradually recall the beauty of brewing tea.
Desire and Qingming fire can dispel drunkenness and wake them up.
The pine flowers are floating in the air, and the orchid air is light in the Ou.
After drinking, I had nothing to do and went up the Mongluo River.
As for Keemun black tea, I’ll just compose a poem of my own:
The tea tastes like a lucky woman, and the richness of the tea slips into the heart of the poem.
Yelang has a green and innocent taste, and the ancient black tea has a holy and wonderful fragrance.
Although my poem cannot compare with the artistic conception of the big brother Li Deyu, I believe that it is suitable for the occasion."
After Qin Feng finished reciting, although Cao Guoming was still sitting there with his old spirit, showing the arrogant and coaxing attitude of the chairman of a large company, his eyes looking at Qin Feng were obviously a little more amazed.
Qin Feng's performance exceeded his expectations.
As for Cao Guozheng, he was exactly the opposite of Cao Guoming. The accidents that Qin Feng brought him one after another had long been accustomed to him, so he was not shocked at all. He felt that this was normal, so he said with a smile: "Then this cup of Jiuquhong
Mei, how do you plan to recite?”
Qin Feng glanced at Cao Guozheng with dissatisfaction and said, "Mr. Cao, are you too conceited? Aren't you clearly digging a hole for me? Although I haven't tasted this cup of tea yet, I'm just looking at it."
I can guess the color of the tea soup and the shape of the bottom leaves. If my guess is correct, this cup of tea should be the top-quality Wuyishan Dahongpao. This tea is very precious and difficult for ordinary people to get. I'm afraid it's just you.
Available from these top tea merchants.
As for the tea poem about this cup of Wuyi Mountain Dahongpao, I will directly quote the first four sentences from Mr. Fan Zhongyan’s "A Tea Fighting Song with Zhang Min":
Every spring comes from the southeast, and the Jianxi River is warm and the ice opens slightly.
The wonderful tea by the stream is the best in the world, planted by Wuyi immortals from ancient times."
After finishing reciting, Qin Feng looked at Cao Guoming who had been sitting there with a smile.
At this moment, Cao Guoming had already stood up.
This was the first time he was truly moved today.
You know, despite the fact that Qin Feng found it very easy to pass, it is precisely these seemingly simple first two levels that have stumped many top tea masters.
Tea masters may be excellent at distinguishing tea, but they may not be able to understand tea poetry. Even if they understand tea poetry, they may not know how to appreciate tea sets.
This time, Saburo Koizumi, Asia President of NHG Group, the leader in Japan's tea field, came to the Yougu Group to compete for tea. Miyamoto Musashi, who came with him, is Japan's top tea master. Miyamoto
Musashi's ancestors have been engaged in the tea business with the Koizumi family, and he was sent to China to study since he was a child. He is proficient in Chinese and various tea ceremony skills. He is proficient in poetry, song, prose, and antiques. He can be regarded as a master of Sinology. Who
It’s also unclear what kind of tea fight the Yougu Group will propose this time when they come to have a tea fight.
He knows that Japanese people never like to press mileage signs.
The most important thing is that Saburo Koizumi has informed Cao Guoming that the whole process of this tea fight will be broadcast live online to the world. Therefore, Cao Guoming cannot make any mistakes in this tea fight. This tea fight will be very important to both sides.
It is said that it is both an opportunity and a challenge. This is a winner-takes-all tea fight. It is also the most brutal business war waged by culture.
The winner will gain at least billions of market share, while the loser will definitely lose his reputation and lose a lot of market share.
This time Doucha Cao Guoming felt a little ridiculous. He originally wanted to negotiate market share with Japan's NHG Tea Group through commercial negotiations, but he did not expect that Saburo Koizumi directly proposed using Doucha as an alternative to commercial competition.
and business negotiations.
As a top tea merchant in the country where tea originated, Cao Guoming naturally could not compromise with Little Japan, so he agreed without hesitation.
But when he came back, after some careful investigation, he discovered that he had been deceived.
Saburo Koizumi obviously dug a pit for him and waited for him to jump out of it. In desperation, Cao Guoming visited tea ceremony masters to participate in the three-level test he designed, but no one passed the test. This made Cao Guoming's recent period
I can't think during the day and can't sleep at night.
But he didn't expect that Qin Feng, the sales representative of the Xue Group, would pass two levels in a row. How could he not be shocked?
Cao Guoming no longer cared about putting on the airs of being a master, and came directly to Qin Feng and said: "Qin Feng, come with me, we will go directly to the third level."
Qin Feng nodded and stepped to follow. Xue Jiahui wanted to follow, but Cao Guozheng said: "Miss Xue, please don't follow."
Xue Jiahui was a little unhappy, but she had to bow her head under the low eaves.
Qin Feng stopped and said, "Mr. Cao, let Xue Jiahui follow. If she doesn't follow, I won't go to the third level."
Cao Guozheng couldn't help but frown, and Cao Guoming's face was a little ugly. After thinking for a while, he could only say: "Okay, let's follow together."
Qin Feng waited for Xue Jiahui to come over, and then the two of them walked inside side by side.
Passing through a door, there is an exhibition hall with an area of more than 100 square meters. There are 8 calligraphy and paintings hanging in the exhibition hall, all of which look very ancient.
Cao Guozheng said: "Qin Feng, this is the third level. Two of the eight calligraphy and paintings on the wall are authentic. You must find these two authentic paintings within an hour. And give instructions to identify the authenticity.
s reason."
Qin Feng nodded and began to carefully evaluate the painting that was closest to him. Qin Feng took 8 minutes for the first painting, 5 minutes for the second painting, 3 minutes for the third painting, and the following paintings.
The painting took less than a minute. After reading it, Qin Feng looked at the Cao Guoming brothers with a sneer and said: "Boss, Mr. Cao, it seems that your Yougu Group really likes to dig holes for others. Tell me.
Two of these eight paintings are authentic, but in my opinion, none of these eight paintings are authentic, they are all copied and made old."
After Qin Feng finished speaking, Xue Jiahui looked a little ugly and said dissatisfied: "Qin Feng, I think we should leave. People like them who like to dig holes for others are not the best partners at all, even if they agree to work with us
When we cooperate, we also have to consider whether they will dig holes for us. Such cooperation is meaningless."
Qin Feng was fed up with the Cao brothers' tricks and walked directly out.
Cao Guoming became a little anxious when he saw it. He quickly took two steps and reached out to hold Qin Feng and said: "Brother Qin Feng, please be patient. I know that our test today is indeed not very bright, but I hope you can understand.
Second, after all, these three tests are related to the great commercial interests of our Yougu Group in the next 5 to 10 years, and we dare not be careless in the slightest.
Since you have passed all three levels, let me tell you straight, as long as you help me defeat the Japanese NHG Group's special tea ceremony master who comes to my door tomorrow morning to challenge me, I will agree to whatever request you make.
"
Qin Feng stopped: "Are you sure?"
Cao Guoming smiled and said: "I am the chairman."
Qin Feng said: "Okay, let's do this. I'll come over tomorrow and give it a try. If I win by chance, I have no other requirements. I just need to give Yougu Electric Equipment Company's 8 million order to us, Xue's Hongyuan Electronics."
Cao Guoming nodded: "Okay, it's a deal. You must come here before 9 o'clock tomorrow morning. The Japanese will come to kick things off by then."
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