Chapter 503: Art Gallery

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Xia Wan quickly found Liu Hua in the cla.s.sic reading area. Liu Hua was engrossed in a translated version of Gone with the Wind. Xia Wan walked over and explained her intention to Liu Hua.

Reluctantly, Liu Hua placed the book on the shelf, turned around, and couldnt help but look back again.

Xia Wan looked at Liu Hua, then walked towards an elder not far away.

Please lead the way, Xia Wan respectfully said to the elder.

The elders face was full of excitement as he said to the two girls, This way, please.

The three left the bookstore and walked straight down the street to the right for a few hundred meters before turning into a narrow alley.

While walking, the elder introduced them, This gallery is owned by a friend of mine in the county town. Although its a bit remote and small, it indeed contains many treasures!

The elder became more and more excited as he spoke.

Xia Wan and Liu Hua followed behind, remaining silent.

It wasnt until they turned into the third alley that Liu Hua couldnt help but tug at Xia Wans sleeve: Xia Wan, could there be any danger?

Weve already come quite far, and this old man

Xia Wan gently patted Liu Huas hand and shook her head, Dont worry, Im Although Xia Wan trusted that the elder was a good person, she didnt let her guard down.

She had already prepared the silver needles in her sleeve, ready to use them if anything seemed wrong.

After about half an hours walk, the elder finally slowed down.

Since the county town was not very large, they had already reached its outskirts after all the twists and turns.

This area was less bustling than the town center, with very few shops, appearing somewhat desolate.

Liu Hua instinctively tightened her grip on Xia Wans arm, looking around warily.

Xia Wans gaze was fixed on the elder until he turned into a deep alley and stopped at the entrance.

How much longer until we arrive? Xia Wan asked the elder in front.

The elder immediately stopped, turned back, and apologized, Im sorry, due to limited funding, the gallery is a bit out of the way.

Its just two more alleys ahead.

Xia Wan observed the elders attire, which looked proper but somewhat outdated.

She nodded and signaled for the elder to continue leading the way.

Indeed, after crossing two more alleys, they saw a road made of dirt and stones, leading to a small wooden and stone structure at the end.

There was nothing around the small house; it stood there abruptly, as if it could collapse at any moment.

Xia Wan could feel Liu Huas anxiety and squeezed her hand, smiling rea.s.suringly at her.

Dont be afraid, its okay.

However, Xia Wans comforting words didnt really soothe Liu Hua, whose palms were still sweaty.

Xia Wan regretted bringing Liu Hua to such a place, causing her to worry.

But since they were already there, even if they wanted to go back, it would take a long time without the elders guidance.

When they arrived at the front of the small house, they saw a wooden sign hanging outside.

The sign had a traditional Chinese character (meaning none or nothing) written in wild cursive style.

Xia Wan raised an eyebrow, thinking to herself that this was probably the stubbornness of the artist.

But with such a location and a sign that provided no clear indication, who knew what this place really was!

The elder pushed open the double wooden doors and led Xia Wan and Liu Hua inside.

As soon as they entered, the elder called out, Old Zhao, come out, Ive brought two young friends to see you! Youll definitely like them! Hearing this, Liu Huas heart started to race for some reason.

She gripped Xia Wans hand tighter.

Xia Wan patted Liu Huas hand rea.s.suringly again, while looking around the room.

The entire house was made of wood and stone, with walls, floors, and furniture all combining these materials.

To call this place a gallery seemed less fitting than calling it a small art exhibition hall.

Aside from dozens of paintings hanging on the walls, there were also various clay sculptures, ceramics, and wood carvings on several display shelves.

In a corner, Xia Wan even noticed some embroidery pieces..