Lost and Spy

Everyone was curious about what kind of gift Mr. Dudley Buscezon would bring to the American colonel.

A box was delivered to Dudley.

The box doesn't look that big.

But seeing the solemn look on Dudley's face, everyone's curiosity was piqued.

Dudley opened the box carefully.

A half bronze mirror appeared in front of everyone.

I rely on!

Meng Shaoyuan couldn't help but curse in his heart.

You aroused my curiosity and I thought you brought me some amazing treasure, but you ended up giving me half a bronze mirror?

Dudley, however, did not notice anything strange about "Colonel Charles" and said smugly to himself, "Colonel, everyone, look at the Mindoro Island bronze mirror from the era of the 'Mayi Kingdom'. The charming radiance she exudes makes her look like a charming girl, doesn't she?"

To be honest, this is really a cultural relic, and it has a long history.

It still has certain value from the perspective of cultural relics inspection and research on Philippine history.

The problem is that Young Master Meng Shaoyuan has seen too many cultural relics like this.

Moreover, this half bronze mirror is extremely rare for Filipinos, but for Chinese people, it is a very common cultural relic.

Most of the people around were Filipinos, so this caused a burst of exclamations.

There are also many people who come to watch the complicated procession.

The same is true for Grayson.

Of course he was admiring the half bronze mirror.

But compared to the bronze mirror, what he cared about more was Colonel Charles.

He soon discovered that there was no joy on Colonel Charles' face, but instead an expression of slight disgust.

He suddenly understood clearly, and amid the admiration of the people around him, he said leisurely: "Mr. Dudley, in my opinion, this bronze mirror is nothing more than this."

With just one sentence, everyone suddenly quieted down.

Anger flashed across Dudley's eyes.

But he quickly controlled himself: "Mr. Grayson, why do you say that?"

"It's only half a fan." Grayson said slowly, "No matter from the research value or any other aspect, it doesn't have much to be excited about."

In fact, he was just making up his mind.

But this is what Grayson said. Even if someone wants to refute it, who would dare to speak at this time?
Originally, Dudley wanted to argue, but Meng Shaoyuan spoke first: "Although I agree with Mr. Grayson's opinion, it represents the intentions of Mr. Dudley and the Busaizong family. I am very grateful."

Dudley felt relieved.

But then he noticed something was wrong.

Why did the Busaizong family get involved?
"Okay." Meng Shaoyuan finally brought the topic to the real purpose of this dinner: "The reconstruction work in the Philippines is a long way to go, and as more and more land in the Philippines is recovered, the number of disaster victims is also increasing. Especially recently, a large number of disaster victims have poured into Manila.

Relying solely on the power of the United States to maintain the safety of Manila has reached its limit. We are no longer able to provide relief to these disaster victims. The interim government of the Philippines is also facing huge difficulties. Therefore, I think it is necessary to rely on the government and the private sector to solve this problem together. "

After hearing this, the guests had roughly guessed the colonel's true purpose.

Grayson immediately said, "Colonel, rebuilding Manila and providing relief to the victims are what the Philippines should be responsible for. Now the United States has taken the lead in taking on such a heavy task, and we are extremely grateful. So if you need us in any way, please let us know."

Meng Shaoyuan nodded slightly: "Okay, then in this case, I will get straight to the point. After discussing with the Philippine Provisional Government, we decided to establish the 'Joint Relief Foundation' and I will be the chairman. Gentlemen, but the foundation needs to solve the funding issue itself."

Grayson couldn't wait to say, "Colonel, I'm willing to invest."

"Don't worry, Mr. Grayson." Meng Shaoyuan said slowly, "Now, everyone is actively engaged in post-war reconstruction. We will not ask you to spend money for no reason. After discussing with the provisional government, we decided to take out a batch of precious cultural relics and auction them on the spot!"

Following his voice, a team of American soldiers moved in cultural relics one by one from outside.

"All of these were looted by the Japanese army in the Philippines." Meng Shaoyuan didn't even look at the cultural relics: "Later, the Japanese army was defeated and these cultural relics returned to us. We think that now is not the time to consider research, but how to make these things shine with their greatest value!"

When it comes to making money, who can compare to Young Master Meng?
These cultural relics were indeed snatched back from the Japanese army, and Meng Shaoyuan had no way of stealing them for himself.

Now, the cultural relics that originally belonged to the Philippines are sold to Filipinos and then invested in this foundation.

He, Young Master Meng, is the chairman of this foundation.

Where does the foundation’s money go?

That...really only God knows.

Now Dudley finally understood why the colonel was so dismissive of his gift.

I only got half of a bronze mirror, but what about them? They actually started an auction of cultural relics.

This is simply slapping oneself in the face.

Dudley was extremely embarrassed, but Meng Shaoyuan's unexpected voice sounded again:
"I am very grateful for the gift from Mr. Dudley Busaizong, so I decided to include this bronze mirror in the auction, and all the proceeds will go into the fund. Moreover, it will be the first artifact to be auctioned!"

Dudley was confused for a moment.

this?

Auctioning the things you gave away?

I have to take a picture of it myself.

Otherwise, what if the things you gave away were bought by others?
I am afraid that I and the Busaizong family will become a huge joke.

Meng Shaoyuan didn't care what he was thinking and cleared his throat: "The starting price of this bronze mirror is five hundred US dollars. Each bid increase must not be less than one hundred US dollars."

The starting price of five hundred dollars is already very high.

It seems that this is a respect for Dudley, but in fact, only Dudley knows the pain involved.

He bought this bronze mirror for only two hundred dollars!
"Six hundred, I'll give you six hundred!"

Not surprisingly, Grayson made the first offer.

What else can I do? I have to keep up!

No matter who gets the bronze mirror, Grayson must not get it!

"Seven hundred!" Dudley gritted his teeth and quoted the price!

"One thousand! I'll give you one thousand dollars!"

Grayson didn't hesitate at all and quoted a price that shocked everyone! (End of this chapter)