I Have A Dual World Seal-Chapter 756 Found the Snake Head Bronze Statue

Let's not talk about how much commotion Shen Ying's news caused within the Shen Family on the second day of the ancestral worship. Lu Zheng and Shen Ying had already composed themselves and arrived at the top of Phoenix Mountain.

Although there was resentment between Shen Ying and the elders of the Shen Family, neither Shen Ying nor Lu Zheng intended to retaliate by slapping faces.

Because it wasn't worth it.

Casually showing a bit of their hand and then completely ignoring them was the biggest blow.

Moreover, they wouldn't dare disrespect Shen Yue and his wife's graves in the future.

That's a good resolution.

...

At this time, there were still some tourists at the top of Phoenix Mountain. However, they were all sporadically strolling up to take a look at the summit's scenery, rest a bit, and then headed back down the mountain.

The two of them spent some time enjoying the view at the summit. Lu Zheng also listened to Shen Ying recount some past events, glanced into the distance at Huangli County, and then contentedly descended the mountain and returned to the city.

...

Indeed, there was no phoenix on Phoenix Mountain, but in Huangli County, there was a delicate and juicy peach blossom.

...

"How about it? Any news?"

"No." Lin Wan shook her head. "Although the Eden Sect denied owning the Snake Head Bronze Statue, several former members have confirmed this after being visited."

Lu Zheng raised an eyebrow. "I thought they would offer a high price."

Lin Wan mentioned, "The country advises overseas Chinese not to purchase collections that are clearly overvalued at high prices."

Lu Zheng nodded, indicating his understanding.

It's not a new phenomenon. Back in the late 1990s, as Hua Country's economy took off and overseas Chinese became wealthy, coupled with patriotism, a craze started for purchasing artifacts abroad to donate to domestic museums.

Then, many cultural relics that had been stolen or robbed from Hua Country in the past appeared in the market, with prices skyrocketing, all aiming to exploit the patriotism of overseas Chinese.

As Hua Country's economy improved, the prices of these collectibles soared even higher. It eventually got to the point where the country had to cool down the market.

Even though there aren't many reports on it now, the trend of wealthy individuals and overseas Chinese donating to domestic museums has never ceased.

"But for them to outright deny it, I really didn't expect that," said Lu Zheng.

"Because the Eden Sect is wealthy," Lin Wan shrugged. "They have several billionaires within their congregation, plus they have followers in Europe, accepting donations from them, and they have their own companies managing those donated assets."

Lu Zheng was aghast. "What? Followers even donate their assets?"

"How is that surprising!" Lin Wan peeled a shrimp and gently put it in her mouth. "With money, the church needs management, so they have their own companies.

Additionally, many followers have firm faith in the doctrine, or may not have children, or are estranged from their descendants. Ultimately, they donate their assets to the church after they pass away.

This has been happening since the European Middle Ages, except back then Europe was largely populated by poor farmers."

"Alright, it seems I was naive."

This kind of thing also existed in Hua Country, but it wasn't common, so Lu Zheng hadn't realized it initially.

"Has anyone contacted the Eden Sect secretly?" Lu Zheng asked.

Lin Wan shook her head and said, "As far as I know, no one has, since people in Hua Country generally don't have connections with such sects. However, whether someone used a broker to make contact, that's beyond my knowledge."

After all, Interpol isn't able to gather all the information.

"Then I'll take a trip," said Lu Zheng.

"Won't you wait a bit longer?" Lin Wan asked.

"No, it's pointless to wait, someone else may buy it with money and it'll benefit them."

"Alright, I'll give you some information on the Eden Sect tomorrow. Since they have many industries, who knows where they might hide the Snake Head Bronze Statue now that the news is out."

"Sure!"

...

The next day, Lu Zheng received a thick stack of information from Lin Wan.

"So much..."

Lu Zheng was speechless, then opened the first page to get an overview of the Eden Sect.

"Holy crap!"

Lu Zheng couldn't help but curse. "I didn't expect the Eden Sect to be such a church?"

"What did you think?" Lin Wan couldn't help but roll her eyes. "Do you think a sect symbolized by the snake that tempted Eve in the Garden of Eden could be anything good? What sort of acts could they be involved in?"

"Group activities... masked balls... private restraints... relationship contracts..."

"Wow, those rich people sure know how to play..."

"For the Snake Head Bronze Statue of Yuanming Garden to be in the hands of such a sect, it's a disgrace. So you must find it," Lin Wan said.

"Rest assured, I guarantee the mission will be completed," Lu Zheng even gave a not-so-standard military salute.

...

Since sifting through the information to locate a bronze statue of a snake's head wasn't anything extraordinary, Lin Wan didn't accompany him. She stayed in the country.

Lu Zheng, meanwhile, rode the winds and crossed the Pacific Ocean, landing lightly in downtown Los Angeles.

Yes, that's right, one of the Eden Sect's secret gathering spots was located on the twenty-second floor of the Loren Building in downtown Los Angeles.

Or rather, countless sects of the Lighthouse Country had strongholds in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, or Houston, given that these are the largest cities in the Lighthouse Country, with the wealthiest people, making it easier to attract new members.

And the Eden Sect, just in Los Angeles, had eight strongholds!

The Snake Head Bronze Statue was once at this stronghold, and Lu Zheng even had photos of the statue taken incidentally.

Lu Zheng executed the Invisibility Technique and entered through the building's main entrance, walked up the stairs to the twenty-second floor, and arrived at the Eden Sect's stronghold.

He happened to catch dozens of followers in a meeting at the stronghold.

Wearing nothing but masks.

Lu Zheng, "..."

As a punishment for the eyesore, Lu Zheng gave each of them a weakened version of the Cold Condensation Curse, ensuring they'd all catch colds the next day.

"For holding meetings without clothes!"

Lu Zheng made a round and found the spot where the Snake Head Bronze Statue was placed in the photo, but it had been replaced by a coiled snake artwork.

"So they really moved it?"

Lu Zheng shook his head, then found the residence address of the Eden Sect Leader in Los Angeles from the information.

This was the order Lin Wan had arranged for Lu Zheng, based on the priority of possible storage locations for the Snake Head Bronze Statue.

After all, if many people were eyeing this item, moving it long distances wouldn't be suitable; it's best to hide it nearby.

So, Lu Zheng silently left, retracing his steps, and soon arrived at a seaside estate in North Santa Monica City, Los Angeles, which was also the Sect Leader's mansion in Los Angeles.

"So damn rich!"

Lu Zheng shook his head, turned invisible, bypassed the estate's security and servants, and headed straight to the owner's study.

He immediately spotted the Snake Head Bronze Statue placed on a stand in a corner.

"Is it this easy? It can't be a fake, right?" Lu Zheng was speechless; he moved closer for a thorough examination and concluded. 𝗳𝚛𝚎𝚎𝘄𝕖𝕓𝕟𝕠𝚟𝚎𝕝.𝗰𝕠𝐦

The real deal!

So... were they being too arrogant, not considering me, the cultural relic thief, worthy?

Or perhaps...

Lu Zheng glanced around, using Divine Thought to scan, quickly discovering twelve hidden cameras capturing the study from every 360-degree angle.

"So many cameras? They used at least three routes, with two cameras having infrared vision, and four were clearly equipped with anti-jamming settings, located extremely discreetly."

Lu Zheng rubbed his chin. "This isn't something an ordinary security company could manage, so..."

Lu Zheng moved to the study window and looked outside.

Not far away, two fully enclosed business vehicles were parked by the roadside.