The meeting ended after more than forty minutes.
The final decision was made by the old coffin man in Washington.
After pretending to think about it, he accepted Xiao Ran's proposal and conditions.
Xiao Ran will donate five top-notch antique artworks to the Lao Coffin Family Foundation in the form of charitable donations.
The grade and value of these stolen antique artworks are similar to those donated to the Wang Family Foundation.
Not only that, their composition is also the same.
They are four paintings, plus a sculpture.
Since it was a charitable donation, even if everyone knew it was a disguised bribe, they couldn't say anything.
And this is why many wealthy families and various institutions and organizations in the United States are keen to establish charitable foundations.
To a certain extent, these charitable foundations are institutions that legally accept bribes.
Because it is covered with a layer of charity, accepting bribes becomes legal!
While promising to send five top-quality antique works of art, Xiao Ran also achieved his goal.
When the old man comes to power, Xiao Ran's money will be able to travel freely in and out of the United States!
Coming out of the conference room, Anthony suddenly asked curiously:
"Sean, I heard that you will clean up and identify the stolen antiques found yesterday."
"I wonder if we can go and see it on site? This kind of thing doesn't happen often, and we also want to broaden our horizons."
Xiao Ran looked at this guy, then nodded and said:
"Indeed, I will take people to the art museum later to meet with other partners."
"Then identification and cleanup work will be carried out to identify the stolen antiques and artworks discovered yesterday one by one."
"The scene must be very lively and there are many people. If you don't mind exposing your whereabouts, of course you can go and have a look."
Anthony was stunned for a moment and did not respond immediately.
It was only then that he seemed to remember that he was the confidant and special envoy of the new president.
His master hasn't officially come to power yet, so he has to keep a low profile.
Is it really suitable for me to appear on such a highly anticipated occasion like today?
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but mutter.
Then, he nodded and said:
"Let's think about it, Sean. If we go to the art museum, we'll give you a call."
"Okay, Anthony."
Xiao Ran nodded in response.
Next, he sent the guys to the elevator room and put them in the elevator.
After the elevator door closed, Xiao Ran led David and the others towards the suite.
While walking, he said to David and Sam beside him:
"My meeting with Anthony and the content of the meeting are not allowed to be leaked to the public, so as not to cause unnecessary trouble."
"The struggle between the old and new presidents is not over yet. This period is very sensitive. It is better to do less than to do more!"
"Understood, Sean, we will keep this strictly confidential"
David and the others responded in unison.
Xiao Ran nodded, and then continued:
"Sam, let everyone know that you are going to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Don't forget to inform Pierre and the others."
"Before departure, you must carefully check all vehicles and the surrounding environment of the hotel. We are now in the spotlight."
"Got it, Sean, leave it to us."
Sam nodded in response and then took action.
While talking, Xiao Ran came to the door of the presidential suite, opened the door and walked in.
In the blink of an eye, the time has reached nine o'clock in the morning.
Xiao Ran, who had changed into a jacket and carried a backpack, took Elaine and the others out of the suite, preparing to go to the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
At this time, many company employees were ready and came out of their rooms.
When he came to the corridor, Xiao Ran glanced at these guys, then said with a smile:
"Guys, let's go to the Philadelphia Museum of Art."
After saying that, he took Elaine and the others towards the elevator.
The others followed soon after, all excited.
When Xiao Ran and the others came to the elevator, Pierre, Falgot and others happened to be here too.
After meeting, Xiao Ran greeted Pierre and the others one by one, and then asked:
"Pierre, how do you get to the art museum? Do you come with us or go to the museum on your own?"
"Going to the museum with us may be a little more dangerous and more eye-catching. We recommend that you go on your own."
"Wow!"
Several French guys exclaimed in surprise.
Looking at the heavily armed Sam and others, they instantly understood what danger Xiao Ran was talking about!
Immediately afterwards, several French guys looked at each other and made a decision in the blink of an eye.
"It's very close to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. We're going to walk to the museum and enjoy the scenery by the way."
"As you said, Sean, you are the center of attention now. Walking with you will indeed attract more attention."
"For us, this kind of attention is not necessary at all. It is better to keep a low profile."
Falgot explained a few words, and the other French guys nodded.
As for Pierre, his eyes were full of concern, but he didn't say much.
"Okay, gentlemen, let's arrange it this way!"
"Let's leave the hotel first and take away the attention of everyone outside, and then you can walk to the art museum."
Xiao Ran nodded and said.
Several French guys had no objection to his arrangement and nodded in agreement.
Afterwards, Xiao Ran and the others walked into the elevator and went downstairs.
As soon as they left, several French guys started sighing.
"Sean and his men are a bit scary, they're like an army."
"Yes, they don't look like a treasure hunting company. Anyway, I have never seen such a treasure hunting company."
"Especially this guy Sean, it really opened my eyes."
Listening to these discussions, Pierre couldn't help but feel a little proud in his eyes.
In a moment, Xiao Ran and the others arrived at the lobby on the first floor.
As soon as they appeared, several guys in coats, suits and ties immediately came over to them.
In addition to them, several media reporters also tried to come up for interviews.
But Sam was prepared and asked the security personnel to stop these guys.
At the same time, he also briefly introduced the situation.
"Sean, those guys in suits and ties are the Polish Ambassador to the United States, the Cultural Counselor and others."
"These guys arrived in Philadelphia yesterday and tried to meet you several times, but you didn't see them."
"Early this morning, they came to the hotel again to guard the hotel. Apparently they made up their mind to meet you and discuss something."
"The two Italians next to you are from the Italian Embassy in the United States, and they are also here to see you..."
Listening to Sam's introduction, Xiao Ran couldn't help but chuckle.
At this moment, the Polish ambassador couldn’t wait to speak loudly:
"Good morning, Mr. Sean, I am the Polish Ambassador to the United States, Dusinski. Nice to meet you. Can I talk to you?"
After the words fell, Xiao Ran immediately turned to look at the other party.
He quickly looked through the Polish ambassador and his entourage, then nodded with a smile and said:
"Good morning, Mr. Dusinski, nice to see you too"
"I'm very sorry. We have to rush to the art museum. We can't stay here for a long time. This is not the place to talk."
"If you have anything to talk to me about, go to the Philadelphia Museum of Art later and we can talk there."
The Polish ambassador was stunned for a moment, and a trace of annoyance flashed in his eyes.
However, he could only nod.
"Okay, Mr. Shawn, we're going to the Philadelphia Museum of Art right now."
Immediately afterwards, the cultural counselor of the Italian Embassy also made a request, hoping to talk to Xiao Ran.
Xiao Ran's answer was the same as before, asking him to rush to the art museum and she would take time to interview him then.
As for the media reporters, they naturally would not miss such an opportunity and started asking questions one after another.
"Good morning, Sean, I'm a reporter for The New York Times."
"As far as I know, many of the stolen antiques found this time will eventually fall into your hands."
"Excuse me, what do you plan to do with these antique works of art? Is it a collection or a trade?"
A beautiful reporter asked loudly.
Before he finished speaking, another white male reporter immediately asked:
"Good morning, Sean, I'm a Philadelphia TV reporter."
"From yesterday afternoon to today, many national governments, museums, and collectors have issued claims and requests asking you to return the corresponding stolen antiques and art."
"How do you plan to respond to these claims? Will you return the stolen antiques and art?"
Upon hearing these questions, Xiao Ran immediately glanced at the media reporters.
The next moment, he smiled and said:
"Good morning, fellow journalists, I'm glad to see you all, and thank you for your attention."
"I am not in a position to answer the questions you have raised now, and I cannot give you any answers."
"When all identification and cleanup work is completed, we will hold a joint press conference."
"We will explain everything publicly at that time and everyone can attend that press conference."
After saying that, he waved to everyone present, and then led Elaine and the others towards the door.
While walking, he nodded and said hello to several FBI agents and homicide detectives who were stationed here.
In addition to these guys, there were also various spies in the lobby, all watching Xiao Ran's every move.
Among these spies, there were the spies who took orders from Mr. Wang and Lao Coffin.
In the blink of an eye, Xiao Ran and the others had walked out of the hotel door.
At this time, the motorcade that was waiting for them had stopped at the entrance of the hotel.
With their tall bodies and numerical advantage, these vehicles formed a tall line of defense, blocking the view from the other three directions.
Before walking out of the hotel door, Xiao Ran quickly looked through all the vehicles.
These vehicles are very safe and have not been planted with bombs or anything like that. You can ride with confidence.
But this is not enough.
As soon as Xiao Ran and the others came out, Marvin and several security team members immediately opened their bulletproof umbrellas and quickly built a second line of defense.
Seeing this scene, many people and media reporters gathered inside and outside the hotel were stunned.
Just as they were marveling, Xiao Ran and the others got into the bulletproof SUV and disappeared from people's sight.
The rest of the people also walked out of the hotel one after another and got into various cars.
A moment later, the motorcade started with a bang and headed towards the art museum not far away.
As soon as the motorcade left the hotel gate, several Philadelphia police cars immediately followed to protect the motorcade.
Not far behind the motorcade, many media reporters immediately drove up to follow.
Among the many vehicles were several from the Polish Embassy and the Italian Embassy.
The guys sitting in these vehicles were all filled with hatred, but their faces were full of helplessness.
