freenovelworld Chapter 1307 The Sudden Assassination
Chapter 1307 The Sudden Assassination
But when he saw the name on the business card, he was taken aback. His father was a politician, so he usually paid close attention to collecting news from all over the world.
Henry McMillan lowered his voice, but the level of respect he displayed surprised even Anthony.
"It's you! Who else would be so generous? Duke Charlotte, your reputation for generosity has spread throughout Europe. Oh my god, you actually gave each of your friends five hundred million dollars. This little bit of money is just a drop in the ocean for you."
It is an honor for my father and me to meet you. I will go back and inform my father of your wishes. He will certainly invite you to visit 10 Downing Street. I hope you will not refuse.
Half of the people present recognized Henry Macmillan. Seeing his obsequious manner, they all stared at Da Bao in astonishment, speculating about his identity. If Da Bao hadn't had an Asian face, some would have guessed that he was an English prince traveling incognito.
The auctioneer only knew that Da Bao was a duke from the Kingdom of Denmark, but she hadn't expected that even the Prime Minister's son would treat Da Bao with such respect. Now, she was even more interested in Da Bao.
At this moment, Mitsui Hisashi walked in, his face serious. He walked up to Daibao and bowed deeply.
"Sir, my father would like to know your name. Would you be so kind as to tell me?"
Da Bao said casually.
"Charlotte Qin, First Duke of Denmark, Honorary Grand Master of the Royal Knights, do you think this title is sufficient?"
Mitsui Hisashi's expression became even more respectful. He hadn't expected Dai Bao's identity to be so illustrious, and he quickly said...
“I will inform my father, and I think he would be very happy to be your friend, Duke Charlotte. My father will be taking a private plane tomorrow to bring the mother-of-pearl inlaid rosewood five-stringed pipa to London, and to welcome the gold seal back home.”
Da Bao grunted through his nose.
"Sure, you can just hand the pipa over to Sotheby's auction house. Everything else will be discussed between you and Sotheby's."
Mitsui Hisashi was taken aback. He hadn't expected Daibao to be so cautious, unmoved even by the sound of the five-stringed pipa. His father had told him that he would be taking a private plane to London the next day, accompanied by high-ranking monks from Horyuji Temple. These monks suspected that the young man in front of them had stolen the gold seal of the King of Han-Wa Nu, and they wanted to meet him.
However, upon hearing Dai Bao's revealed identity, Mitsui Hisashi completely abandoned the idea. Besides, Dai Bao didn't contact them, so he had no choice but to swallow this bitter pill. But...
Mitsui Hisashi bowed to the auctioneer.
“Miss Sotheby’s, we have already reached an agreement with Mr. Charlotte. Our Mitsui Group is willing to offer £50 million to acquire the Golden Seal of the King of Han-Wa Nu.”
The auctioneer had already heard Da Bao's conversation with him, so he nodded.
"After the auction, you will hand over the fifty million pounds, but the King's Seal will only be given to you tomorrow when you bring the five-stringed lute."
Mitsui Hisashi's expression changed, and he blurted out.
"Nani?"
The auctioneer gave a cold laugh.
"Japanese people, don't try to challenge the dignity of Sotheby's auction house. You are not worthy. If we hear you uttering your native swear words again in this setting..."
I will issue a note to the U.S. Secretary of State, prohibiting you Japanese from entering Europe.
Mitsui Hisashi was on the verge of tears. He wanted to explain what "Nani" meant. It was definitely not an insult, but he knew that since Japan's defeat in World War II, the Japanese had been considered inferior everywhere, so they could only endure it.
Mitsui Fukuya also came over, and the two of them bowed to the auctioneer together.
"Fifty million pounds will be transferred to Sotheby's account soon. My father will be visiting tomorrow. Arigato, farewell."
The two Japanese soldiers led their men out, and the wealthy people sitting around felt that coming today was the right decision, as they had witnessed Sotheby's highest transaction record.
The auctioneer was also very excited. She was the second daughter of the family and had no right to inherit the family business. She came to Sotheby's to work as an auctioneer in order to prove herself. She never expected that a gold seal of the King of Han-Wa would fetch such a high price. She believed that her family would look at her differently from now on.
The little girl lay on the chair, signed another five million check, and handed it to the auctioneer.
The auctioneer smiled and handed the Star Tear to Niu Niu. Niu Niu looked at Da Bao with a hint of reluctance. Da Bao nodded slightly. Niu Niu held the Star Tear and ran to Normasab, handing it to her with both hands.
"Sister, this is a gift from Uncle."
John Davis had already signed a check and handed it to Niu Niu. Given his status, he couldn't possibly take advantage of Da Bao like that.
Normasab now sees John Davis in a different light, thinking that the man is actually quite nice.
Niu Niu looked a little lost holding the check, while Da Bao turned to Norma and John and said something.
“I’ve agreed to help Norma start an entertainment company. Consider this five million pounds our investment. I’ll take forty percent, and the remaining sixty percent is for you two. If you have any questions, you can come to me anytime.”
John Davis and Norma nodded happily.
The auction proceeded smoothly from there, and even the final item, the wheat crown worn by Empress Josephine of Napoleon, was acquired by Da Bao for five million pounds.
Da Bao led the bouncy Niu Niu out of the hotel. A light rain began to fall. Da Bao used his inner energy to protect Niu Niu. He could now release his inner energy, but only within a one-meter radius of her.
The driver glided the Bentley gently to Da Bao's side. The doorman quickly ran over, opened the car door, and Da Bao and Niu Niu got in. Uncle Qing gave him another ten pounds as a tip, and the doorman was overjoyed. The tips he received tonight were equivalent to two months' wages.
Da Bao looked at the cheerful doorman and smiled slightly. Everyone has sorrows and hardships, but also joyful moments...
The car wasn't going fast. The roads were slippery because of the rain. The entire London road is paved with stone slabs, which are very sturdy but still slippery.
As the car drove along Burke Street, a woman suddenly rushed out, blocked the road, and shouted desperately.
"Save me, save me..."
Under the car headlights, Da Bao realized that the driver was actually Chinese. He patted the driver on the shoulder, and the driver immediately stepped on the brakes. Da Bao said in a deep voice.
“Go down and see if they are Chinese. If so, lend a helping hand.”
Uncle Qing agreed, opened the car door and got out to take a look. Suddenly, Da Bao shouted.
"Be careful of fraud."
At the same time, a gunshot rang out in the distance. The bullet spun, shattering through the Bentley's window and heading straight for Da Bao's forehead...