323. Thanksgiving
After getting up in the morning, looking at the date displayed on his mobile phone, the corners of Zhou Ping's mouth inadvertently pulled up a smile.
September 14, 2018!
Zhou Ping recalled the events of these three time loops.
For what happened in the two days in the time loop, Zhou Ping basically knew everything about it.
Of course, Zhou Ping also changed his tricks and waved a few waves.
He learns why Jenny helped her grandfather ask him out, and he also knows Jenny's family background.
Jenny's grandfather, Abraham Vinson, was the chairman of the Las Vegas hotel chain and a well-known collector with a large collection of top Chinese art.
At the last auction in Los Angeles, Mr. Abraham also had a confrontation with Zhou Ping.
However, to Zhou Ping's surprise, he made a deliberate bid at the time, and then allowed him to successfully win the lot at a lower price.
When Abraham revealed his identity, Zhou Ping was relieved.
The predecessors planted trees, and the descendants enjoyed the shade.
This statement really makes sense.
Abraham was originally of German-Jewish descent, and was among the elite among them, not only in Las Vegas.
Looking at the entire Jewish circle in the United States, the prestige is not low.
During World War II, Abraham's father, Jeanne's great-grandfather, Albert Vinson, was a student at Mill Jewish College.
In his sophomore year, in order to escape the massacre of the Germans, he and all the teachers and students of about 400 people crossed the ocean and arrived in Shanghai, China after many hardships.
In that darkest age for the Jews, China was the only country that accepted Jews.
Those who have not experienced it may not understand the feelings of these Jews.
However, Mr. Albert always remembered this kindness, and when he was dying, he still thought about repaying this great kindness, and made it clear in his will that he would return one-tenth of his life's treasured Chinese art and property to China in a suitable way as a thank you.
For nearly two years, from the autumn of 1937 to the autumn of 1939, Shanghai became the last refuge for Jews from all over the world.
No visa, no sponsorship of support, no proof of employment......
As someone later described in his memoirs, when a group of Jewish refugees lived in a small, dark room, while the Chinese starved to death on the side of the street......
When their post-war reunion in Philadelphia was filmed in a documentary, the Chinese still lived in the small, dark rooms where they had briefly stayed......
Thinking of the favor he had received in Huaxia, Mr. Albert vowed to contact all those who had received the favor in Huaxia and do his best to repay it.
Jenny's grandfather, Abraham, was educated by his father, Mr. Albert, and was also full of gratitude to Huaxia.
He not only resolutely implemented his father's will, but even wanted to increase his weight to repay this kindness to the greatest extent.
The last time he was at an antique auction house in Los Angeles, he also considered buying some treasures as a private person and then looking for the right time to return them to China.
But later he found that Zhou Ping, who played cards completely out of common sense, did not make a move except for a few quiet assists.
Later, when Jenny talked about Zhou Ping, he felt that the name was familiar.
And the day before yesterday, Jenny's "feat" of catching George Donald, the murderer of the corpse shredding case, also quickly reached his ears, and he heard Zhou Ping's name again.
So, he couldn't help but ask a few more questions.
Knowing that Zhou Ping also wanted to meet him, and mentioned the antique collection, he immediately realized that this Zhou Ping was the other Zhou Ping.
Because he paid attention to the whereabouts of Zhou Ping's batch of Chinese artworks, he naturally learned that they wanted to build a private museum, and naturally had an idea.
So I also want to talk to Zhou Ping.
But who knows, Zhou Ping seems to be unable to attend to the appointment because he has other things to deal with.
Still, he went to the restaurant Silk Aftertaste.
Unfortunately, when two addicts got high and ran there to make trouble, Abraham couldn't avoid it, and was hit by the pond fish, broke his leg and went to the hospital.
This is what Zhou Ping saw later when he accidentally watched the news on his mobile phone.
Originally, this kind of thing was not uncommon in the United States, but the silk afterglow restaurant gave Zhou Ping a very good feeling, so he couldn't help but take a second look.
When he saw the familiar surname Vincent, as well as the words policewoman, he couldn't help but call Jenny and confirm the matter.
He even went out of his way to visit Mr. Abraham in the hospital, which was the only way to learn his thoughts, and other related information.
In the latter two cycles, Zhou Ping still refused Mr. Abraham's invitation.
However, he specifically warned Jenny that something might happen at that restaurant.
Although Jenny was skeptical, she still went to squat in disguise.
As a result, nothing happened.
On the contrary, after Mr. Abraham changed the place of eating, the accident still happened.
Zhou Ping finally realized that this might not be an accident, but a conspiracy, a conspiracy against Mr. Abraham.
So, in this cycle, Zhou Ping decided to go to the appointment in person.
He wanted to see what caused Jenny's grandfather, Abraham, to always be hospitalized for "accidental" injuries.
After getting up and getting dressed, and eating the loving breakfast left by Mona, Zhou Ping received a call from Jenny on time.
This time he agreed to come down and make an appointment to meet at noon, still with a silk aftertaste.
To be honest, Zhou Ping likes the atmosphere and taste there.
After that, he didn't call Xu Yue and the others again, and drove over to play the raid.
When I got to them, it was naturally another passionate PP game, and it didn't come to an end until the third pole of the day.
When Zhou Ping mentioned Lucy's incident, the two girls agreed directly as before.
However, this time he asked Lucy and Xu Yue to meet them from noon to evening.
When he came to the Silk Afterglow, Jenny and his grandfather Abraham were already waiting for him outside.
Grandfather valued Zhou Ping so much, which really surprised Jenny.
Just because he helped himself to make meritorious contributions?
Suddenly, she thought of a possibility, and her cheeks flushed.
Seeing Jenny and his grandfather standing at the door waiting for him, Zhou Ping was also a little flattered.
He knew the identity of Jenny's grandfather, Mr. Abraham, and although the wealth in his hands may not be amazing, his power should not be underestimated.
Especially in American society today, the political and economic horrors of Jews are underpinning.
To some extent, these people can even influence the political direction of the United States as a whole......
Although the comments on the Internet may have some exaggerated elements, but based on Abraham's attitude towards Huaxia, Zhou Ping has a good impression and respect.
Walking over quickly, Zhou Ping greeted with grace: "Hey, Jenny, this should be your grandfather, the famous Mr. Abraham Vincent, what a blessing." ”
As he spoke, he enthusiastically extended his right hand.
Jenny obviously didn't expect Zhou Ping to recognize her grandfather at a glance, and it seemed quite familiar?
She glanced suspiciously at the smiling Abraham beside her.
That look seemed to say, have you two known each other for a long time?
"Hello, Mr. Zhou, let's meet again. Abraham took the initiative to stretch out his right hand and said meaningfully.
"Hello, Mr. Abraham Vinson, thank you for the last auction in Los Angeles. Zhou Ping said with a smile.
Abraham was visibly stunned.
He was just a temptation just now, but he didn't expect Zhou Ping to remember him.
Immediately, he laughed: "Hehe, Mr. Zhou, it turns out that you know everything?"
Zhou Ping nodded, and complimented half-truthfully: "If a collector like you really likes a collection, the bidding method will never be such a crude strategy. ”
"If there is an accident with one of the products, it may be excusable. But to make the same mistake three times in a row is very intriguing. ”
Zhou Ping's compliment clearly received an itch from Abraham, and the old man was very useful, and laughed heartily.
"Mr. Zhou, your eyesight and insight are equally breathtaking. It's a pity that you left after the last auction in Los Angeles and didn't have time to communicate with you. ”
At this time, Jenny, who was completely ignored on the side, finally couldn't help it.
"Two gentlemen, can you go in and sit down and talk?" said Jenny in a deliberately mocking tone.
Abraham seemed to react, and patted his forehead gently: "That's right, Mr. Zhou, please come in, I have already arranged it, it is all recommended by the chef, I hope it meets the appetite of you Chinese people." ”
"Mr. Abraham, you are an elder, please first!" Zhou Ping politely conceded.
Abraham looked at Zhou Ping, nodded slightly, and walked in front of him, taking Zhou Ping and Jenny to the cubicle on the second floor.
Coincidentally, the private room he booked was the same as the last time Zhou Ping came.
When he went up, Zhou Ping quietly observed the surroundings, except for the waiter, there were basically no other idlers.
Zhou Ping couldn't help but secretly guess that this place was probably chartered!
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but glance at Jenny.
But at this glance, I saw Jenny's fair face flushed slightly.
Zhou Ping couldn't help but be stunned for a moment.
Uh, what's going on? How did the usually heroic policewoman become so shy?
But in all fairness, her personality changes a bit a bit when she wears a police uniform and when she doesn't wear a police uniform!
It's a bit like Mona.
The working state and the locomotive state present two completely different appearances.
After the group of three entered the cubicle and sat down, the waiter came over to pour wine and serve the food with great enthusiasm.
The hotel manager even glanced at Zhou Pinggao, and took the initiative to come over to say hello when the food was served.
The restaurant manager also recognized Mr. Abraham, a respected veteran in the Las Vegas hospitality industry.
He felt more and more that his young rich compatriot was unfathomable.
If they were ordinary friends, it would be fine, but Abraham personally greeted them at the door, which is intriguing.
is so valued at such a young age, it is impossible to be the rich second generation of the father, and he should be a great figure in his own right.
When did such a figure appear among the Chinese in Las Vegas?
With such a background and a reckless character, you must find a chance to make friends.
"You know?" Abraham asked, seeing the clue.
The hotel manager was a little embarrassed and didn't know how to answer for a while.
Of course, there is nothing wrong with saying that you know.
But when he thought of the reason, he felt a little difficult to say.
Zhou Ping smiled and took the initiative to say: "That's right, the taste and environment here are good, I like it very much." And the manager is very good, I'm a super VIP here. ”
Abraham nodded, took out a business card and said, "Since even Mr. Zhou admires him so much, then there is obviously nothing wrong here!"
"By the way, our Las Vegas hotel chain recently spearheaded a food festival, so if you're interested, you might as well bring along the chefs here to show off their skills, so that Korean barbecue and Japanese sushi don't represent the breadth and depth of Asia's food culture." ”
The manager of Silk Afterglow held Mr. Abraham's business card in both hands and retired, thankfully.
After three rounds of drinking, Zhou Ping asked, "I don't know what Mr. Abraham is looking for me this time?"
Putting down the chopsticks, Abraham said slowly: "That's the case, Mr. Zhou's demeanor at the Los Angeles auction last time was really impressive. Especially when I learned the stories behind those collections, I realized that Mr. Zhou has a unique vision for Chinese art. ”
"That dragonfly picture, I don't know how many collectors you envy, how many collectors you slapped in the face. So I wanted to communicate with Mr. Zhou, but unfortunately I never had the opportunity. ”
"I accidentally heard about you through my granddaughter Jenny, and after knowing that you also like to collect, I guessed that you might be the same person. So I took the liberty to ask you out to talk, and please don't mind. ”
Zhou Ping hurriedly waved his hand: "Mr. Abraham, thank you for your compliment." The reason why I made a move that time was actually because I couldn't bear to see the art treasures belonging to China go overseas, and as you can see, collectors in the United States are very unfriendly to China, so I didn't make any extraneous branches. ”
Abraham sighed and nodded: "Mr. Zhou is really thoughtful, and it is indeed as you said. There have always been a handful of people in the United States who regard China as an imaginary enemy, on the one hand, they want China's largest market, and on the other hand, they are on guard everywhere. ”
"But I and even my family have a deep affection for Huaxia. Because his father, Mr. Albert Vinson, was a German Jew, and when he was young, he took refuge in Shanghai, China. ”
Zhou Ping raised his eyebrows and pretended to be surprised, "I see! No wonder Mr. Abraham would have made a move in such a situation." ”
Picking up the wine glass and taking a sip of wine to moisten his throat, Abraham followed and said, "Please come over Mr. Zhou this time, I have a request, I hope you can help me fulfill this wish." ”
Zhou Ping sat up slightly and said respectfully: "Please speak, I will do my best to help if I can." ”
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Thank you Haotian for being my wife's son, the Wang family's Xiaolangjun's 10,000 yuan reward, and of course, the alliance leader don't ask don't ask for his continued support, I will work harder, thank you!