After learning the origin of this three-in-one courtyard, Xiao Ran asked his father to take pictures with his mobile phone and take him to visit this quiet courtyard.
Although it is winter now, with the grass and trees dying and the cold wind howling, the grandeur and luxury of this courtyard house make people's hearts beat just looking at it.
As Dad said, this courtyard house covers an area of about 3,000 square meters, is quite spacious, and has a unique small garden.
Unlike ordinary courtyards with three entrances, the third entrance courtyard looks more cramped.
The third entrance courtyard of this quadrangle is larger, almost the same size as the second entrance courtyard.
More importantly, this courtyard house was renovated just two years ago.
After being renovated by the Forbidden City Ancient Construction Team, while maintaining the original frame layout, this courtyard also underwent a series of modernizations and added many modern living facilities.
Living in this courtyard house without any inconvenience must be a very pleasant thing.
Another point is that this courtyard is at the south end of Fuyou Street, not far from Chang'an Street.
Turn right when you go out and walk not far away, you will find the bustling Chang'an Street.
In Fuyou Street, this section of the street has the highest level of security, with one post at every three steps and one sentry at every five steps.
Armed police on duty and plainclothes special service personnel can be seen everywhere, watching the pedestrians and vehicles passing on the street, ready to respond at any time.
Living here, there is no problem with safety.
And this may be one of the reasons why Xiao Ran was able to obtain this courtyard house.
In just a moment, Xiao Ran fell in love with this simple, elegant, yet comfortable courtyard.
During the visit, he was also having a heated discussion with his parents.
"Dad, Mom, this courtyard house is really nice and has complete living facilities. You can move in directly with your bags."
"You guys should move here. Don't leave such a nice yard empty. It would be a pity!"
Hearing this, both parents shook their heads.
"Xiao Ran, this courtyard is for you and Elaine to live in, we won't move here!"
"Aren't you guys coming back in a few days? I'm just quarantining here. It's much better than a hotel."
"Let's pack up later and bring over some daily necessities."
"When you leave Beijing, we will come here often to take care of it. We won't let such a good yard go to waste!"
Xiao Ran paused for a moment, then nodded.
"That's fine. After we return to Beijing, we will be quarantined in this courtyard."
"Don't tell me, I'm really looking forward to living in this courtyard. It will definitely be fun."
Not only him, but Elaine's eyes were also full of love when looking at this simple and elegant courtyard house.
Next, Xiao Ran looked at the entire courtyard before ending the call.
As soon as he hung up the phone, Elaine said excitedly:
"Dear, the courtyard in the video just now is simply a palace."
"When we go to Beijing and live in this courtyard, I can't wait!"
Xiao Ran looked at her, then smiled and said:
"It's actually true to say that this three-in-one courtyard is a palace!"
"In the Qing Dynasty more than a hundred years ago, the southern half of Fuyou Street was part of the Imperial City, and it was only later designated!"
"In a few days, we will return to Beijing, so there is no need to worry!"
"We will live in this courtyard for the next period of time, you can slowly experience it!"
Before she finished speaking, Elaine immediately nodded excitedly.
"It turns out to be part of the imperial city. No wonder it's so luxurious!"
Fang Yufei, who was sitting aside, was also looking forward to it.
Next, they continued to laugh and chat.
Mainly Xiao Ran introduced some knowledge about the courtyard house to Elaine.
Elaine was very interested in this knowledge and listened with great interest.
While talking, the time has come to around ten o'clock.
Xiao Ran and the others were laughing and chatting when the cell phone placed on the coffee table suddenly rang.
The caller this time was Counselor He from the Consulate General in Los Angeles.
Xiao Ran glanced at Laixian and immediately answered the phone.
The next moment, Counselor He's voice came over the intercom.
"Good evening, Xiao Ran"
"Hello, Uncle He, do you have any good news for me?"
Xiao Ran said with a smile.
After greeting each other, they immediately got down to business.
"We have already coordinated the Air China cargo plane you want."
"Starting the day after tomorrow, you can take off from Los Angeles Airport and fly back to China at any time!"
Counselor He briefly introduced the situation.
"That couldn't be better, Uncle He, please excuse me."
"Once the Air China cargo plane is confirmed, I can start making arrangements to return to China."
Xiao Ran continued.
After talking about the Air China cargo plane, Counselor He suddenly changed the subject.
"I still have something to talk to you about. It's not convenient to talk over the phone. It's very important."
"What are your arrangements for tomorrow? Are you at home or at work? I'll go find you."
Xiao Ran paused for a moment before giving the answer.
"Since it is a very important matter, then come home. I will wait for you at home tomorrow morning."
"After I'm done, I'm going to the company to hold a live auction for tens of thousands of domestic fans."
"No problem, I'll be there early tomorrow morning"
Counselor He responded.
After chatting for a few more words, they ended the call.
After hanging up the phone, Xiao Ran couldn't help but fell into deep thought.
What is the more important thing that Counselor He said?
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It was a peaceful night, and in the blink of an eye it was a new day.
Not long after breakfast, Counselor He led people to the villa.
After meeting and saying hello, Xiao Ran took him into the study room on the first floor and prepared to start a conversation.
As soon as he entered the study room, Counselor He immediately got to the point.
"Xiao Ran, the reason why I came to you today is about the special operation jointly launched by the Cultural Relics Bureau and the Ministry of Public Security to combat the trafficking and smuggling of cultural relics!"
"Just the day before yesterday, the task force received a very important tip."
"A batch of precious antique cultural relics unearthed in Shaanxi and later smuggled overseas by cultural relic traffickers may be hidden somewhere in Osaka, Japan."
"Among this batch of antique cultural relics, it is said that there are many national treasures, including several bronzes from the Shang and Zhou dynasties, with a large number of inscriptions engraved on them, which are very precious!"
"This batch of national treasure-level antiques and cultural relics have long been registered with the Cultural Relics Bureau and the Ministry of Public Security. They are the focus of the investigation, but no clues have been found!"
"No one expected that these national treasures would be smuggled to Japan by cultural relic traffickers. Fortunately, someone provided clues!"
Before he finished speaking, Xiao Ran's eyes suddenly lit up and shone brightly.
The next moment, he smiled and nodded.
"Uncle He, I know a little about these national treasure-level antiques unearthed in Shaanxi."
"Previously in New York, when the batch of antique cultural relics smuggled into New York was seized, some relevant information was revealed from an cultural relic dealer who was arrested."
"But that guy didn't know where these precious antiques were, and he didn't find any relevant clues later."
"Who would have thought that these treasures would be smuggled to Japan?"
"Since it is confirmed that these treasures are hidden in Osaka, Japan, it shouldn't be a big problem to find them, right?"
Counselor He shook his head and said a little helplessly:
"The situation has changed. It is not an easy task to recover these national treasure-level antiques."
"The person who provided this information is a Japanese antique broker. This guy didn't give details. He probably wanted to sell it for a price."
"But just yesterday, this guy was found dead in a hot spring hotel. Someone wiped his neck while taking a bath!"
"After this guy dies, the clues will naturally be cut off and it will be difficult to continue the investigation!"
"Ah! The person who provided the clue was killed?"
Xiao Ran exclaimed, but excitement flashed in his eyes.
Counselor He nodded and continued:
"Although the clues have been cut off, the task force does not want to give up the pursuit. Such a good opportunity must not be missed!"
"But the current situation is special. The task force sent people to Osaka, Japan. Not only did they have to be quarantined for half a month, they were also restricted everywhere, and the news was easily leaked!"
"Faced with this situation, we can only use some special personnel to investigate secretly. It is not certain whether we can find clues, and there is still a risk of exposure!"
"Are those CIA agents who provided you with information about cultural relics smuggling still working for you? Are they still in Asia?"
"If they are still in Asia, they might as well let those guys take action to track down these national treasure-level antiques."
"With the special status of those guys, they can walk around Japan in both black and white without worrying about exposing their identity!"
"Hahaha"
Xiao Ran laughed directly and nodded immediately.
"That's right, if those CIA agents go to Japan for business, they can indeed walk sideways without even being quarantined for observation!"
"In the eyes of the Japanese, Americans are their fathers! What's more, they don't dare to offend CIA agents."
"Whether it's the Japanese government or the private sector, including the police and the underworld, it's all the same!"
"It is indeed a good idea to let them go to Japan to track down these national treasure-level antiques!"
"I can let them do this, just pay some money. Those guys are very greedy, and they can do it with money!"
At this point, he suddenly changed his tone.
"It's not enough to just send those guys to Japan to investigate. Just in case, I decided to go to Japan!"
"I plan to pursue clues secretly and try to get those national treasures back to China as soon as possible."
"When the task force sends people to Japan, it will be hindered everywhere, but we are an American treasure hunting company, so we don't have such problems!"
"Ah! Are you going to Japan to track down those antiques?"
Counselor He exclaimed and froze on the spot.
The next moment, a look of surprise flashed in his eyes.
"It would be great if you could go to Japan to pursue the clues yourself!"
"I believe that with your magical ability, you will be able to recover those national treasure-level antiques and cultural relics."
After the words fell, Xiao Ran nodded firmly.
"Uncle He, I also believe I can do it!"
"As long as those antique cultural relics are in Osaka, Japan, I will find those treasures even if I search the whole of Osaka!"
Upon hearing this, Counselor He's eyelids suddenly jumped.
He instantly thought that something might happen after Xiao Ran and his men arrived in Japan.
While talking, nearly half an hour had passed.
The talks ended only after the rough action plan and time were determined.
Counselor He immediately said goodbye and left Beverly Hills with his people!
