Search for Treasure Worldwide Chapter 1757: The idea of cooperation
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More than forty minutes passed in the blink of an eye.
Ye Tian and the others have arrived at the northwest corner of the Ancient Roman Forum, preparing to visit the ruins of the ancient Roman Senate and the Assembly Hall, which were the political center of ancient Rome.
Some time ago, they visited most areas of the Ancient Roman Forum, such as the ruins of the Temple of Venus and Rome, the Temple of Vesta, and other ruins scattered throughout the Ancient Roman Forum.
When visiting these ruins and walking among the ruins of ancient Rome, each of Ye Tian and the others had a wonderful feeling of traveling through a time and space tunnel, feeling that they were talking to the ancient Roman Empire more than two thousand years ago.
As for Ye Tian, while leading Betty and the others on a tour and giving them explanations, he also thoroughly examined every site and ruin they passed, without leaving any corner untouched.
Following the major discovery deep beneath the Arch of Titus, he successively discovered some unknown secrets.
These secrets are basically buried deep underground. There are boxes of gold and silver treasures, priceless top-grade antiques, and incomplete sculptures. Although they are scattered, the total adds up to an astonishing number.
In particular, several pieces of antique artwork and sculptures of great significance will definitely cause a huge sensation once they are unearthed.
But what makes Ye Tian regretful is that these treasures are buried deep underground in the ancient Roman Forum. No matter how rich he is, it is impossible to buy this place, explore and hunt for treasures here, and take those treasures as his own. .
He could only look away and sigh, secretly hoping for a miracle to happen.
I had just stood in front of the ruins of the Senate, and before I even took a few glances, my old friend Giovanni suddenly appeared with several of his men, and walked over here. Everyone's expression was quite solemn.
Seeing these guys, Ye Tian immediately showed a smile on his face.
When you feel sleepy, someone will give you a pillow! These old friends came just in time, they are all good people!
Ye Tian naturally knew the reason why Giovanni and the others came, and they obviously came to investigate.
As he came closer, Giovanni didn't even have to use false politeness, and went straight to the point as soon as he opened his mouth.
"Good afternoon, Steven. Now the outside world has gone crazy. In three days, you are going to hold a private auction to sell Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, "Lisa Gradini". Auction out.
It is said that those invited to participate in this private auction are all the super rich, top collectors, and top art dealers from Italy and European countries. Is this news true? "
Ye Tian had no intention of hiding these old friends, and it was impossible for him to hide it from the Italian cultural relics gendarme, and there was no need for it.
He smiled and nodded slightly, then gave a positive answer.
"Yes, Giovanni, the news you heard is accurate, and I had someone let it out. The private auction will be held in the Vatican three nights later.
There is only one item in the auction, which is Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, "Lisa Gradini". At that time, all buyers participating in the auction can bid and compete, and the highest bidder will win! ”
Although he had known this answer for a long time, when he heard Ye Tian say it himself, Giovanni's expression changed. It instantly became darker, and his eyes were filled with anger.
The other Italian cultural relics gendarmes were the same. They were all gnashing their teeth, wanting to rush up and beat Ye Tian up so that they could vent the anger they had been holding in their hearts for a long time.
After taking two deep breaths and suppressing the boiling anger in his chest, Giovanni continued with a gloomy face:
"Stephen, I want to emphasize again that Leonardo da Vinci's "Lisa Gradini" is an Italian national treasure. On the day it was born, it was quickly included in the list of art works restricted from leaving the country.
This Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece must not leave the borders of Italy. Although this oil painting belongs to you, you'd better not break the law. We will never turn a blind eye! ”
"Feel free to do it, Giovanni, we will never break the law and take "Lisa Gradini" out of Italy, that's why I will hold a private auction in the Vatican instead of New York.
I have consulted an Italian lawyer. The Vatican also uses major airports in Rome. The relevant artworks are stored in the Vatican and auctioned in the Vatican. This does not count as leaving the country and is naturally not illegal.
In order to reassure you, on the day of the auction, I will invite officials from the Italian Ministry of Culture and your cultural relics gendarmes to attend, or to supervise and witness the entire auction process.
Before the auction begins, I will also publicly state that "Lisa Gradini" is a work of art restricted from leaving the country. No matter who takes this top-notch work of art, it cannot be taken out of Italy.
If everything goes well, when the auction ends, the hammer falls and the delivery is completed smoothly, "Lisa Gradini" will no longer belong to me. From now on, you can just keep an eye on the next owner.
As for whether the next owner is willing to abide by the law and keep this top-notch work of art in Italy, it has nothing to do with me. I have fulfilled my obligation to inform and transferred ownership.
The best case scenario is that if the Italian government funds the acquisition of this top-notch piece of art, then everyone will be happy, and the super-rich Italians can do the same, and the goal can be achieved! ”
Ye Tian said with a smile, throwing out a set of words that he had already thought of.
Hearing his words, Giovanni and the others rolled their eyes angrily and complained secretly.
The acquisition will be funded by our Italian government? You **** has really dark hands. You have made it clear that you want to kill us. You are so greedy!
Besides, how can our Italian government have such a big budget?
That is an astronomical amount of money. If we are like you, we are super rich and can throw away billions casually!
While secretly complaining, Giovanni and the others couldn't help but have a bright light flash in their eyes, and their expressions were not that ugly!
It is also a feasible way to let the Italian super rich take action to take the picture of "Lisa Gradini", so that at least you don't have to worry about the leakage of that priceless treasure!
After pondering for a moment, Giovanni nodded and said:
"Okay, Steven, on the day of the auction, our Italian Ministry of Culture and the Antiquities Gendarmerie must be present to supervise the scene. If there is any illegal behavior, we will interrupt the auction immediately"
After the words fell, Ye Tian immediately continued with confidence:
"Don't worry, Giovanni, I have held similar private auctions more than once. I am already familiar with it and there will be no problems. You are welcome to come to the Vatican to attend my private auction"
After chatting for a few more words, Giovanni was ready to say goodbye and go back to make arrangements.
At this moment, Ye Tian suddenly changed the topic and talked about another thing.
"Giovanni, don't leave in a hurry. I still have something to discuss with you. It's something that will be beneficial to both of us."
“You guys have something to discuss with us, and it’s good for us? Why don’t I believe it so much! Tell me, I’m very curious about what you’re talking about.”
Giovanni said jokingly, with a surprised expression on his face.
"As we all know, Rome is an ancient city full of ruins. The ruins of ancient Rome in front of you and the Colosseum not far away are the best proof. There are many places like this in Rome.
According to my estimation, there should be many unknown treasures buried in the city of Rome, as well as a large number of top-notch antiques and artworks, and even very huge treasures that, once discovered, would be enough to cause a sensation in the world.
If possible, our Brave Exploration Company hopes to cooperate with the Rome Municipal Government to jointly explore the treasure. The location can be the ruins of ancient Rome or the Colosseum not far away.
Even any historical site in Rome and every corner of the city can be the target of joint exploration operations. I am very confident that many treasures will be discovered in Rome."
This was Ye Tian's main purpose of keeping Giovanni, and he finally showed his fangs.
“Hiss——!”
There was a gasp of air from the scene.
Giovanni and several of his men, without exception, were frightened by Ye Tian's words and shocked by his shockingly huge appetite. They all looked at him dumbfounded.
It took a long time for these guys to come back to their senses.
Immediately afterwards, Giovanni said:
"Steven, you are so crazy. Tell me, what do you want, and what can we get?"
"You must also know that we jointly explored the Lima treasure with the Costa Rican government. The joint exploration of the treasure was very successful, and everyone was happy with the result.
We can refer to that joint exploration operation. I will bear all the exploration expenses, and you will be responsible for coordinating various relationships. Once something is discovered, no matter what is discovered, we will share it half and half.
I will do the valuation of all the gold and silver treasures and antiques and artworks discovered. I will give the most accurate valuation. You will be the first to choose. The remaining half belongs to me. This is fair! "
Ye Tianhao said calmly and put forward the preliminary idea of cooperation.
"Hey! This appetite is too terrible. Why don't you **** go and rob it! This is Rome, why should we give half of Rome's treasures to you **** for nothing? How greedy!"
Giovanni and the others kept complaining like crazy, almost swearing at the top of their lungs.