In the domestic archaeological community, and even the whole society, are grieving for the loss of the "Book of Qi Wang Yi", in a presidential suite in Singapore, there are two people who are very happy.

"Mr. Hatcher, thank you for your support, so that I can win this Book of Qi Wang Yi. ”

"Where, for me, this is also a very good investment opportunity, without your financial resources Mr. Hawkins, I would never have had this opportunity to become one of the owners of the Book of Qi Wang Yi, I can't hide it, I have been searching for treasures for so many years, and I have never seen such a valuable treasure. ”

Two bald men, you look at me, I look at you, and then laughed, the champagne mouth, full of sweetness.

The competition for "Book of Qi Wang Yi" was more fierce than everyone expected.

In the face of fierce competition, even Mr. Hawkins, the old money in Europe, with his personal financial resources, is not enough.

What is the concept of $670 million? According to media disclosures, the Queen of England's net worth is only $520 million.

Mr. Hawkins was able to come up with so much money to compete for the Book of Qi Wang Yi because his family ran a long-established private bank that provided loans and financial services for many business activities.

As one of the strategies of the bank itself to invest, hedge and increase its value, it is also their business scope to buy some works of art with the potential for appreciation.

But even so, $600 million is basically his limit.

The final $70 million was provided by Hatcher, two people working together to buy the artwork, and then sharing the ownership of the artwork according to the proportion of the investment, which is also one of the forms of ownership of some high-priced artworks.

The auction of "Book of Qi Wang Yishu" also set a new record in the world, becoming the art/antique with the highest auction price so far.

In fact, the reason why Mr. Hawkins is willing to pay so much money is not only because of Hatcher's strong praise and help, but also because several experts he hired also felt that the Book of Qi Wang Yi was extremely valuable. Hatcher just gave him a reassurance, after all, no one would decide on such a big investment easily.

On the one hand, the Book of Qi Wang Yi has extremely high artistic, academic and archaeological value, and it can be said that it is unique among all the antiques found so far.

On the other hand, the Book of Yi of Qi is a national treasure of China, and as China's national power has continued to rise over the years, one day China will want to spend money to buy this treasure back.

It's a sure-fire business.

Of course, the reason why Mr. Hawkins was able to make up his mind was also driven by the publicity in the early stage of the auction and the atmosphere of the auction site, which was a bit of a desperate meaning.

In fact, he was also panicked, but fortunately, Hatcher shared the hardships and risks with him.

Now the two of them seem to be talking and laughing on the surface, celebrating with champagne.

In fact, the two of them were also panicked in their hearts, for fear that their investment would be wasted.

But since I have already bought it, of course, I think in the best direction.

And the reason why Hatcher bought "The Book of Qi Wang Yi" is actually another plan.

In the junior suite of another mid-range hotel, the air is particularly dreary.

The auction has ended, but Zou Lao has not left for the time being.

He is trying to find a way to inquire who the buyer of "Qi Wang Yishu" is, although there is no way to buy "Qi Wang Yishu" back now, but if possible, he also hopes to be able to bring the second half of "Qi Wang Yishu" back to China for exhibition.

Or it can be borrowed for some academic research.

Although he felt that it was unlikely, he was unwilling to give up.

Unfortunately, art auctions are often anonymous, and no one wants to let anyone know that they own some sky-high art, after all, there are still many big thieves in the world.

"Teacher, take a break, you haven't closed your eyes for a day and a night. "One of Zou Lao's students is particularly worried about Zou Lao's current state.

"How could I possibly sleep...... You guys have a good rest, I'm tired during this time, leave me alone......" Zou Lao smiled bitterly.

A few more phone calls went out, but they sank into the sea, and the hope in Zou Lao's heart gradually extinguished.

At this moment, there was a knock on the door, and a young man went over to open the door, said a few words, and then turned sideways and let people in: "Teacher, this gentleman said that there is something important to discuss with you, about Qi Wang Yishu." ”

"...... are you" Zou Lao was just puzzled for a moment, and immediately recognized the person in front of him!

Back then, it was Hatcher's father in front of him who stole the "Taixing", and Zou Lao took 30,000 US dollars and sat on the cold bench for a day, failing to bring a baby back to China.

That kind of helplessness, that kind of humiliation, that kind of grief and indignation, no one feels more pain than Zou Lao.

Seeing this face that was at least eight points similar to Old Hatcher, at that moment, Zou Lao couldn't wait to go up with a stick.

It's a pity that he only has a mobile phone in his hand, not a stick.

The mobile phone is also reluctant to smash.

When the enemy met, he was very red-eyed, but he had to endure it.

"Mr. Zou. Little Hatcher had a fake smile on his face, "Is this your attitude towards guests? Don't you want the Book of Qi Wang Yi?"

"Did you buy the Book of Qi Wang Yi?" Zou Lao Huo Ran changed color.

"No, of course I can't afford such a valuable treasure as the Book of Qi Wang Yi, but I know who the buyer is, and I have a good influence on the buyer, if you promise me a condition, I can persuade my friend to lend you the Book of Qi Wang Yi to exhibit ......"

At that moment, Zou Lao's heart was mixed.

This robber, a thief, even dared to come and do business with him?

However, he couldn't help but ask.

He could only suppress his anger and ask, "What conditions?"

"I have heard that your country is vigorously developing the shipwreck excavation business, and you know, we at Hatcher & Sons, which have the best marine exploration, shipwreck excavation technology and unparalleled experience in the world, and we want to cooperate with your country's archaeological society to jointly excavate underwater shipwrecks and bring those beautiful treasures to light......

"This can't be!" At this moment, Zou Lao understood Hatcher's wolf ambition.

"The Book of Qi Wang Yishu" is just a bait, what Hatcher wants is the shipwreck with a long history in China, filled with all kinds of precious porcelain and treasures, he wants to excavate it openly, and then swagger to turn these things into his own assets.

He may be able to make the Book of Qi Wang Yi exhibited in China, but it will definitely attach all kinds of harsh conditions.

And what he can snatch from the country will be more treasures.

And a treasure hunter like him, his hands have never been clean, and it is almost impossible to expect them to return all the treasures they have discovered.

"One day, we will take back the Book of Qi Wang Yi, but as long as I am in one day, you will not want to steal more treasures from our country!" Zou Lao stretched out his hand and pointed out the door, "Now, please leave!"

Give me a mellow roll!

"I'm sure we'll work together in the future!" Hatcher didn't get angry, but turned away with a smirk on his face.

Zou Lao looked at his back and was speechless for a long time.

After a long time, he closed his eyes and sighed deeply.