At this time, the sky was high and the clouds were light, which should have been a peaceful and harmonious scene. However, inside a cultural department building, undercurrents were surging and the atmosphere was subtle.
Director Wang returned from an inspection trip, his heart filled with enthusiasm and aspirations for cultural undertakings.
However, the moment he stepped into the office building, the scene before him made him feel as if he had fallen into an ice cellar.
The office of the competent department was half-closed. Through the crack, one could see a dignified boss in an expensive suit sitting side by side with the department head. Exquisite tea sets were placed in front of them, and the aroma of tea wafted through the air. Their faces were filled with smiles that seemed too intimate, and their words and actions revealed an unspoken understanding.
Director Wang had heard of this big boss; he was a business tycoon from Hong Kong who had frequently ventured into the cultural industry in recent years, and the capital behind him was not to be underestimated.
Director Wang's heart sank, and the various bizarre events that had recently occurred at the museum flashed through his mind—the successive thefts of precious cultural relics, the mysterious failure of surveillance footage, and all signs indicating that there might be a secret deal behind it all.
Now, seeing the leaders of the relevant department chatting and laughing with this big boss, he couldn't help but think of a chilling thought: Could it be that some "high-ups" are really involved in this museum case that has shocked the industry? Are they abusing their power to treat national treasures as their private property and squander them recklessly?
A sense of powerlessness crept into his heart, and Director Wang felt an unprecedented sense of frustration and helplessness.
He knew all too well that in this complex web of relationships, trying to uncover the truth on his own would be like throwing an egg against a rock.
But as a cultural worker, his love and sense of responsibility for cultural relics did not allow him to remain silent.
After much deliberation, he realized that only by secretly reporting to a higher-level department could he possibly break down this thick barrier of vested interests and bring the truth to light.
However, this step is incredibly difficult. Whistleblowing means putting oneself in the spotlight and potentially facing unpredictable risks.
But whenever he thought of those cultural relics that carry history and civilization, silently weeping in the darkness, Director Wang became more determined.
This incident is by no means accidental. The corruption and greed behind it have seriously eroded the foundation of cultural relic protection work. If it is not stopped in time, the consequences will be unimaginable.
"One piece from the Palace Museum, one piece for me." This isn't a joke; some people really can do it!
What I need to do is expose the evil in these people!
Even if it costs me my life, I have to get this done!
"Let's file a complaint with the Emperor!"
Director Wang took the relevant materials and went straight down the last route, showing that he no longer trusted anyone.
Those people are completely lawless.
The next day, as dawn broke, the entire capital city seemed to be shrouded in an unusual atmosphere.
Major media outlets rushed to report that, without any warning, higher authorities and various departments suddenly announced a shocking decision—to severely crack down on crimes related to the illegal acquisition of cultural relics, aiming to completely eradicate this malignant tumor that endangers national cultural security and erodes the nation's historical memory.
This decision was like a bolt of lightning, piercing the long-standing gloom over the field of cultural relic protection.
To demonstrate its determination, the higher authorities not only quickly established a joint inspection team composed of elites from multiple departments, but also announced that they would send these inspection teams to major museums across the country to conduct a thorough investigation, ensuring that no blind spots are left and no clues are overlooked.
Meanwhile, to ensure the comprehensiveness and impartiality of the investigation, the higher authorities have also set up a hotline to encourage people from all walks of life to actively provide clues related to cultural relic crimes, promising to deal seriously with every valid clue and to provide full protection for whistleblowers.
In this large-scale operation, a familiar figure stood out – Director Wang. As the curator of the National Museum, he was not only invited to be one of the core members of the joint investigation team, but was also given important investigative responsibilities.
For Director Wang, this is both a great honor and a heavy responsibility.
He knew that this was not only a recognition of his personal abilities, but also an affirmation of his long-term commitment to upholding cultural principles and safeguarding the dignity of cultural relics.
Director Wang quickly adjusted his mindset and devoted himself wholeheartedly to this arduous task of racing against time and fighting against evil.
He knew that every minute and every second was crucial, because every moment of delay could mean that more cultural relics would be at risk of being stolen or damaged.
What needs to be done now is to investigate all museums! We can't let museums become private spaces; we need reform! Thorough reform!
At the same time, Director Wang also actively used his influence to speak out through the media, calling on the whole society to pay attention to the cause of cultural relic protection and to raise public awareness and vigilance against cultural relic crimes.
He deeply understands that only when everyone becomes a participant and guardian of cultural relic protection can an unbreakable cultural defense line be truly built.
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Coastal.
Zhang Fan went to have the artifacts appraised last night, and the results showed they were genuine; those items were taken from a museum.
In other words, the contents inside are fake, while the contents outside are all real.
I wouldn't dare take this myself. Fifty million isn't a lot, and this is a unique item.
But I won't earn this kind of money myself.
I want to earn money with a conscience.
Now I understand how incredibly audacious some people are.
Surprisingly, these things are just like those in my own home.
These things cannot be circulated after they are bought, otherwise things will escalate.
If this gets out of hand, then I'll have to go in.
I don't have such a strong background.
We still need to be careful.
I had just walked out of the antique street when I saw a person with body odor. Upon closer inspection, I realized he was an international friend.
Come over here and take a look. What are you doing here so early?
He glanced around casually, then put his arm around his beautiful girlfriend and walked forward.
Zhang Fan also noticed that there were several thugs behind him who had been secretly following him.
As the two men in front walked to a corner, several thugs came up behind them and immediately struck the international friend on the head with a hammer.
The foreigner was knocked down and rolled on the ground with a "whoosh."
The thugs showed no mercy and struck him again.
Then a few people took out a snakeskin bag and stuffed the foreigner into it, right in front of his girlfriend.
A minivan soon arrived and took the people away.
Zhang Fan was dumbfounded. What kind of operation was this?
Isn't it usually Chinese people who get bullied?
How come a foreigner was raped early in the morning and then dragged away like a piglet?
Looks like they're planning to do something to this foreigner.
Are they not afraid of being arrested by the police?
There's definitely something interesting going on here.
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