Chapter 78: Planning a Big Heist
The newly prosperous nation of East Continent is eager to surpass Celestial Continent in various aspects of soft power, but it still needs time. However, when it comes to hard targets achievable with money, they spare no effort. Nations and cities compete to build the world's tallest skyscrapers and construct numerous high-rise buildings; affluent individuals lavishly purchase branded clothing, luxury cars, and fine wines... Collecting antiques has always been a costly endeavor. Whether for investment purposes, personal appreciation, or showcasing one's taste, playing at a certain level requires substantial financial backing.
Upon hearing Sonia's words, Li Yan basically understood the overall environment. However, when it comes to specifics like antiques' artistic value or investment value, he wasn't very knowledgeable. His father-in-law Zhang Tianyi, on the other hand, had quite a few antiques at home.
