MTL - America’s Treasure King-Chapter 27 Hope you can show up too
The next day, after taking pictures of the warehouse, Li Xiaoshuai entrusted everything to Frank, and drove a small pickup to Morgan's appointment.
On the way, Li Xiaoshuai also encountered a traffic jam and was delayed for several minutes. When he arrived in front of the Metropolitan Museum, he was actually a few minutes late.
After the two met, Morgan took Li Xiaoshuai into the museum through the side door, and said that he would go to the curator's office. Curator York-Burton was an expert in this field.
With such a small move, Li Xiaoshuai couldn't help feeling that he was still a family member, and even the museum had close acquaintances.
Knock on the door and enter.
The curator is in his early 50s, with gray hair and the appearance of a scholar. There are a lot of thick brick-like books piled up in the office.
Seeing Morgan, York's face was full of smiles, and he also gave him a hug, kindly greeting how Morgan was doing.
"This is my good friend, Mr. Li, the collector." Morgan also mentioned Li Xiaoshuai as an introduction.
Seeing Li Xiaoshuai's immature face, York was also very surprised: "Young collectors are welcome, you are all promising young people."
Li Xiaoshuai smiled and said that it was Morgan who lifted him up. In fact, he was a treasure hunter.
"Treasure picker, treasure picker from warehouse auction?"
"Yes."
"Oh" The temperature on Mr. Curator's face dropped suddenly. He only beckoned Morgan to sit down, and regarded Li Xiaoshuai as air without mentioning it.
Being left out, Li Xiaoshuai felt very uncomfortable and a little angry in his heart. He thought that he should hurry up and make a deal. When we were done, we would leave and hand Morgan a glass of tome in his hand. "It's in the book, look at it."
This time Morgan saw that his friend was still standing, knowing that York was deliberately snubbing: "I'm sorry, you sit down first."
Morgan began to correct Li Xiaoshuai's name. He said, York, you underestimated Mr. Li, I called him here today, just for the folk collection exhibition that you and your party want to hold.
He has two national treasures in his hands, which are the treasures that Erickson and I both dream of. If Mr. Li's collection is added, this exhibition will be more successful and sensational.
"Cough," Li Xiaoshuai reminded deliberately, wondering why it was on my head again.
This is naturally seen in the eyes of the sophisticated York, and he also understands that it is definitely a treasure that can be dreamed of by the rich young master Morgan.
York stood up and bowed to Li Xiaoshuai, "I'm sorry Li, I took you as an ordinary treasure hunter, and here I apologize to you. Please tell me what treasure you have in your collection?"
Seeing that Li Xiaoshuai was still hesitant, Morgan simply spoke for him. He sighed before he said a word, "Both are good things! One is the marshal's festival of the German Marshal Levi's during World War II."
"Really? Most of these things have been collected by the national museums of the Allied countries. It can be said that it is even rarer than bird fossils. It can definitely be said to be a treasure-level exhibit."
York turned to Li Xiaoshuai again: "Mr. Li, with this collection of yours, the door of my office will always be open to you. No wonder Erickson, who specializes in military themes, dreams of it."
He also pressed to pick up the phone and informed his subordinates that there was a distinguished guest here, bringing two cups of good coffee, the kind that the richest man Gates gave him.
"Thank you" Li Xiaoshuai was quite satisfied after hearing this, and to have the director of the Metropolitan Museum say such words, Li Xiaoshuai's vanity also got a little satisfaction.
Morgan: "The second piece is a testimony to a piece of history, and it's probably the only one in the world."
Curator York exclaimed, saying that if you can say such words from Morgan's mouth, this collection is definitely a national treasure that can't be better. "Tell me what that is?"
"It is King James of England, the golden edict that created the first Duke of Buckingham, and the golden box to prevent this edict."
York exclaimed again, saying that this is a national treasure that can make Her Majesty the Queen's heart unceasingly, and an absolute national treasure!
The curator of the old scholar bowed to Li Xiaoshuai again: "Mr. Li, I beg you; add your two collections to our folk collection exhibition, and I will put your collections in the most prominent position. They will definitely be A sensation!"
"No! Mr. Curator, you know that we Rabbit people are very introverted. When these two things appear, it will break my peaceful life. But if you want to see it, I very much welcome you to my house."
Curator York strongly opposed Li Xiaoshuai's statement, saying that this is an artistic treasure shared by all mankind and must be admired by all, and that Li Xiaoshuai's thinking is very selfish.
Li Xiaoshuai sneered inwardly, saying that all human beings are bullshit. If I bring back a golden mask of an Egyptian pharaoh from your museum, I think you are in a hurry?
After that, no matter how Curator York and Morgan persuaded and promoted justice, Li Xiaoshuai refused to resign. In order to change the subject, he directly took out the Declaration of Independence in the book for both of them to see.
The effect is very good, this is something Morgan has been fascinated by for a long time, and he was immediately attracted to this thin piece of paper~www.novelbuddy.com~.
After some complicated identification, Curator York said solemnly, this is an authentic work! Because it is well preserved, without any stains, not even creases, it is worth 1.2 million.
"Okay, this old man is a fair man!" Li Xiaoshuai secretly praised him in his heart.
Transferring money, collecting money, Li Xiaoshuai just excused himself and left. Walking outside, smelling the fragrance of flowers, and the idle crowd, Li Xiaoshuai felt relieved.
While driving, he also lit a cigarette, opened the car window, and hummed to a Taylor Swift song on the radio.
I have savings at home, and today I have gained a million dollars. I have a girlfriend who loves me, and a mother I love. The family is happy and happy. Today, the life is beautiful!
The only thing that worries him is that there is another insider of the treasure at home. It seems that his treasure will be known to the world sooner or later. Hey, I hope this day comes as late as possible.
In the museum curator's office, Curator York and Li Xiaoshuai thought the exact opposite. He hoped that the more people he could see these two treasures, the better. This was his responsibility as the curator!
The York curator suggested that the news of the precious collections in Li Xiaoshuai's home should be disclosed to the newspaper, and through the propaganda of the newspaper, Li Xiaoshuai would be forced to take out the collection for public exhibition.
Morgan said that doing this was too cruel to Li Xiaoshuai. He was a person who wanted to have a safe birthday.
"It's not his idea. My responsibility forces me to do it. I have a clear conscience! I will never allow any fine collection to be hidden in the basement for one or two people to enjoy."
Morgan thought to himself, this is not bad. When Li Xiaoshuai can't stand the torture anymore, he will be willing to sell me the golden edict and the golden box.
Well, I'll be patiently waiting for this one.