Please Liu Lao Appraise It (Continued)

Just now, when Liu Qinshu heard that the ink before them might actually be the famous Li Ink, she froze. When Old Liu said that, she came back to herself and hurriedly asked, "Dad, is this ancient ink really Li Ink?"

Old Liu waved his hand and said, "Don't interrupt. Let A Zhe speak first!"

Liu Sizhe said, "It does look very much like it. In fact, based on its characteristics, I think it's exactly the same as genuine Li Ink. But aside from not daring to confirm it because Li Ink is too valuable, I have another question. If this ink cake is Li Ink, then how has it still managed to look so new after all these years?"

Old Liu nodded in satisfaction. "At least you know to be cautious. You didn't immediately declare it genuine or fake."

Liu Sizhe said with a grin, "After all, there's only one piece of Li Ink in the world now. I wouldn't dare casually decide whether it's genuine. If it turned out to be genuine, that would be fine, but if it were a replica, I'd be laughed out of town."

"Achen, what do you think?" Old Liu turned to Chu Chen.

"Master, you know that I haven't studied ancient ink very deeply. Besides, too few clues have been left behind on this piece. If the gilt pattern or inscription had survived, authenticating it would be much easier. So my conclusion is basically the same as A Zhe's," Chu Chen replied.

"Mm! You're right!" Old Liu said. "But when appraising antiques, it's impossible for every clue to be laid out before you. Otherwise, so many people wouldn't have been fooled in this trade. Based on the clues we have now, I can already confirm whether it's genuine. However, if I simply