Song Sifan said politely, "Please speak, I am all ears."

Yamashita said, "My grandfather told me from a young age that antiques are the basis of a civilization's existence. He was obsessed with collecting antiques all his life, and his antique appraisal skills have already gained international renown."

However, he said that the only thing he couldn't let go of was that he had lost to the Antique Association in China. Although the exchange plan proposed by your Antique Association was feasible, it was, without being immodest, a bit too simple for my grandfather.

What I want to tell you is that I'm here representing my grandfather, therefore, I reject your proposal.

Hearing this, Ye Mingshi chuckled, "Oh, I understand now. You think our proposed solution is child's play?"

Yamashita Shige, still serious and amiable, said, "Mr. Ye, I hope you can understand me."

Ye Mingshi nodded. "Alright, go on."

Yamashita continued, "Two months ago, an archaeological team initiated by the Song family discovered an ancient shipwreck in the high seas between China and our East Asia. There are also a large number of cultural relics underwater. As you know, several countries have now come forward to claim ownership of this ancient shipwreck."

However, no one could provide enough evidence to explain its attribution. Now, these countries have reached a consensus to jointly excavate and then identify the origin of the artifact and the related historical events, letting the evidence speak for itself.

I'm here today on behalf of my grandfather to issue a challenge to the Antiques Association. We'll use the ancient shipwreck in international waters as our subject of this exchange. Please understand, I will not hold back.

As Yamashita was speaking, he suddenly stood up and bowed deeply to the people opposite him.

Upon hearing this, the cats and the others were indeed a little surprised. Yamashita was very polite, but his suggestion for an exchange was quite aggressive, and his fighting spirit was very strong!

Cat couldn't help but look at this person. It seemed that Professor Gu and Madam Mu had made a mistake. They thought that Yamashita Haraichi's wish was just to have another face-to-face antique appraisal competition.

But as it turns out, Yamashita Haraichi's grandson has an even bigger appetite.

She was aware of the archaeological expedition in international waters, as the antique world had been discussing it for the past two months.

The ancient shipwreck was indeed discovered by the Song family; however, several countries argued endlessly about it, failing to reach a conclusion on ownership or unearth any artifacts.

Professor Gu has been paying attention to this matter, and Maomao has even read a lot of related materials in Professor Gu's study.

At this moment, Gu Zeyi suddenly laughed and said, "Mr. Yamashita, you should know that there is a special department in charge of this matter. Is it not inconsiderate of you to use it to issue a challenge to us? This is not something we can decide."

Gu Zeyi was indeed the best at maneuvering. Regardless of whether he agreed or not, he first threw the question to the other side.

Yamashita said, "The people in your Antiques Association are already the most authoritative appraisal experts in China. Moreover, the Song family initiated this archaeological project. So, is there anyone more suitable than you?"

Gu Zeyi replied, "Mr. Yamashita, that's just your opinion. There are many talented and extraordinary people in China. We are nothing special."

Yamashita immediately exchanged glances with his companion, and then he suddenly looked at Neko, "Miss Neko, my grandfather has made an agreement with the Antique Association, so our exchange is imperative. And now, high seas archaeology is our condition. As the team leader, I hope you can seriously consider it. We can wait a couple more days at most."

Yamashita's words were humble, but his attitude was firm. The way he was talking to the cat now was a bit like picking on the weak.

The cat looked at him calmly and asked curiously, "What will you do if I disagree in two days?"

Yamashita said apologetically, "Then I'm sorry, we will go directly to the high seas and also publish a letter internationally to show that we have reached an agreement to compete in archaeology on the high seas."

Cat: "Wow, so that means whether I agree or disagree, nothing will change?"

Yamashita Iori fell silent.

But clearly, that's what it means.

The cat said, "Yamashita, on behalf of the Antiques Association, I accept your challenge."

Yamashita immediately looked at Neko! He was surprised that Neko agreed so readily! He thought that Neko would at least discuss it with Mujin and the others!

However, Yamashita quickly realized what was happening and, across the table, extended his hand to the cat in a friendly manner, saying, "Thank you! I'm looking forward to it!"

Cat looked at Yamashita's hand. This time, she still didn't shake hands with him. She picked up her juice and took a sip. She said, "Yamashita, there's something I need to tell you first. I've never lost a match. What belongs to us, I won't let anyone take away. I also have a condition, and you have to agree to it."

Yamashita Shige awkwardly withdrew his hand. He had also sensed the hostility in Neko's words, but since he had already achieved his goal, he wasn't afraid of making a few more small requests. So he said, "Miss Neko, please speak."

The cat laughed and said, "My condition is that after you lose, you can't let your son or grandson challenge you again in the future, that would be very troublesome."

Yamashita and the others understood; the cat was saying they were annoying!

However, Yamashita readily agreed, "Okay... but I won't lose."

After that, they had nothing more to say.

The Japanese delegation did indeed come to issue the challenge in person, going to great lengths; perhaps this was their sense of ritual?

But this incident shows that old man Yamashita Haraichi died with his eyes wide open in disbelief.

Yamashita Haraichi left with several companions.

Gu Ze turned his chair around and looked at Maomao, "Maomao, why did you agree?"

The cat said, "Why won't you agree?"

Gu Zeyi glanced at Song Sifan.

Actually, the Antiques Association was involved in this matter, but they were not.

Generally speaking, they won't get involved in anything the Song family is involved in.

And this time, it just so happens that the Song family was involved.

Cat seemed completely unconcerned about these details, and said casually, "My next thesis topic is underwater archaeology, isn't this perfect?"

After a pause, Maomao added, "By the way, we still need to apply to Professor Gu about this."

Cat Cat remembered that when several professors surrounded her and urged her to take the postgraduate entrance exam for archaeology, they mentioned this shipwreck in international waters.

Since we've already run into this situation, we might as well accept the challenge!

Gu Zeyi, Ye Mingshi, and Tan Zheng all fell silent. They had nothing to say anyway, because the key to this matter lay with Jin Er! Cat Cat was really something, agreeing to cooperate with the Song family right in front of Jin Er.

They were really curious about what Jin Er was thinking now.