bit stealing game

Chapter 11 Chris Arno
After the auction was over, everyone went to the banquet hall that had been prepared for socializing, and Arno continued to dance around the people with a tongue full of eloquence.

I conscientiously mixed in the crowd while serving and listening to some gossip.After turning around a few times, I wish more than half of the people were talking about Jarno.After a while, I heard many versions about his background.

In some people's mouths, he is a speculator who made a lot of money by going to Afghanistan to pan for gold, while in some people's mouths, he is the illegitimate son of a rich American.After all, the name Chris Yano sounds a bit out of place.An American name paired with an Italian surname, how to arrange it is a story.

A few middle-aged and elderly Americans stood on the edge of the crowd.After pouring them wine, I stood behind them and watched them chatting.Unexpectedly, I actually heard something.According to these Yankees, Jarno was born in a Mafia family in Sicily, and he was a veritable black generation.But it seems that because he was defeated in the family dispute, the father who favored him gave this guy a sum of money and let him go to the United States, a paradise for such people, to enjoy.One of the Americans had seen Jarno several times in Miami and Las Vegas.It's just that he didn't expect that the United States couldn't tolerate him, so he went to Afghanistan after turning around, and got such a treasure.If it weren't for his godfather's father who treasured him, he would have been crushed to death countless times with his ostentatious temperament.

The Americans were full of disdain in their words, but when Yano turned to this side, they smiled and raised their glasses to congratulate him from a distance.

It seems that whoever is jealous likes to add fuel to the picture.For such rumors, I usually just listen to them, and Yanuo's background is not something that can be pieced together by rumors.And now compared to Yano, I want to know who is the one who got this stone.So I walked towards the focus of the crowd with the bottle in hand.

But besides me, there are other people who want to use their position to get close to Arno and the buyer.Before I got to the front, I was stopped by another staff member.

"Which piece are you in charge of? Why haven't I seen you before?"

"I'm here as an intern. Now I'm in charge of pouring wine for the guests. I'm going over there to see if anyone needs more wine." I smiled at the blonde girl in front of me and said friendly.

"Oh, I don't need you over there. He is a very important client, and the interns don't know the rules, so I'm afraid you won't be able to handle it."

It seems that this girl may know the background of Yanuo and others.So I humbly asked: "Who are those customers?"

The senior glanced at me with her eyes with thick eyelashes: "In short, it's not something you can match."

I quickly shifted my position and stopped at a long table filled with exquisite food.There's a three-tiered chocolate fountain, just enough to keep me behind from being seen, yet close enough that I can hear Arno talking to the buyer in the noisy environment.The only bad thing is that many people will come to me for drinks, which will affect my eavesdropping.

But thanks to the people coming and going, I heard several versions about Yanuo's background in a short time.

From the idle rich second generation to the spokesperson of mysterious forces, there are even rumors of the illegitimate son of the US president and the orphan of a former Soviet high-ranking official.On the whole, Jarno's identity is a mystery, but in most people's mouths, he has something to do with a certain mafia power struggle in Italy.

Not far away, Arno shook his golden brown curly hair and began to circle Rhea, who was picking up snacks and ignoring him.Yano was not discouraged, and whispered something in her ear.Rhea raised her eyebrows, and finally gave him a look of appreciation.This time, the little golden retriever beside her, who never left her every step, had a bad expression on her face.

I found it interesting, but also secretly shocked.According to Rhea's aura at the auction just now, it definitely doesn't look like she can let go of not getting the [Eternal Eye].If I remember correctly, it was Arno who said "I still have a lot of gems here" before she stopped.To the uninitiated it might be thought that Arno was bragging about his collection and courting Rhea to make her smile.However, the [Eternal Eye] is likely to be one of the ores with "magnetic fields" that have been traced by various countries in the past 60 years.In addition, although I didn't hear what Noah said in Rhea's ear just now, the mouth shape clearly said [I have another piece].

After getting Rhea's attention, Yano took advantage of the situation and invited to see his collection.Rhea readily agreed this time.

I wanted to listen to the follow-up, but I heard someone say: "The current Chinese woman is really incredible. Look at the way she bargained with the Turk just now. Not only can she buy gems, but she may not be able to buy this person." .”

Another voice echoed: "No."

A pair of white women are talking.When I heard this, I understood that someone other than me was watching Arno and Rhea.Originally, I took it as a joke, who made Rhea really beautiful and aura, and Arno did have a pretty face.He is willing to create such a frivolous personality for himself, so he shouldn't be afraid of others saying it.Who knew that after the two women finished talking about Yanuo, they started to look for targets all over the venue.

"Look at that one over there, no wonder they are friends with Rhea. They are so old and still looking for young people. If it is not for money, who would care about them. And maybe where they got their money from." The two middle-aged women pursed their lips and wrinkled their noses, muttering.

This time, there were not many Asians here, and the most eye-catching one was Lao Zhang's sister besides Rhea.Lao Zhang is standing next to his eldest sister and talking to her, smiling intimately and somewhat reservedly.Lao Zhang's eldest sister is more than a round older than him.When his elder brother and second sister thought he was young and didn't take him to play, it was his elder sister who accompanied him, so he always respected and stuck to his elder sister.Lao Zhang's elder sister was born petite, and now he bends down lovingly when talking to her, forming an intimate and respectful look.

Looking at them, I feel a little envious, and think it's nice to have brothers and sisters.However, the two people in front of them probably regarded Lao Zhang's respect and love for his sister as being attentive and cautious to the benefactor.Originally, it would be fine if they only chewed the root of Yano's tongue.Being able to make a fuss about the identities of Turkish-British and Chinese-American is not something on the table.But to slander people's family like this, I can't stand the excitement anymore.

I walked up to the two of them with a smile on my face and asked if I needed wine.They nodded haughtily and reservedly, and put the glass on my tray.I poured them wine, but my hands shook.The overturned tray hit the wine glass, and champagne bubbled down their arms.I apologized repeatedly, and hurriedly took a napkin from the long table to wipe it for them.However, the cloth has just covered the pot of curry, so it will inevitably leave some smell.

These two ladies of considerable status were shivering with the aroma of wine and rice.He kept cursing in a low voice.

I bent down in panic, leaned over and said, "I'm sorry, but we have considered this situation. If you have any problems, you can go to the bathroom to solve them. Not only is there a mirror inside, you can see your honor, Disinfectant is also prepared, if you need it, you can also rinse your mouth."

The two of them were scolding me for being unprofessional. After listening to it, I realized what they had just said.One of them cursed me again in a low voice.I clapped my hands in admiration, and put on a surprised expression of being forgiven: "You see, this is right. If you have any dissatisfaction, you can't hear what you say in person, but you can't hear it behind your back. Why don't you just scold yourself?" Don’t you think so?” She still wanted to scold me a few more words, but there was a little commotion just now, and someone has already looked our way.

Those who can be invited here are not anonymous people who don't want to be watched ugly.What's more, if they are held accountable for what they just said, it probably won't look too good.So the other person gave me a glare, pulled her friend and left.I pretended to chase after two steps and asked if I needed help, but I happily gave up when I didn't get a response.

After being disturbed like this, Yano no longer knew where to go.After I glanced around and found that there was nothing to listen to, I went to get another bottle of wine and continued to serve those in need in the venue.

Old Zhang may have heard the movement. After I came back with a new wine bottle, he asked me what happened just now by refilling the wine.I poured him some wine and said that his hands just slipped.After sending Lao Zhang to accompany his sister, I found myself an inconspicuous place and prepared to wait quietly until the show was over, so that I could meet Ah Tian.

I didn't expect to run into Yano by accident when I had given up on inquiring about the news.For some reason, there were no people around him, and he stood by the imitation Gothic window with a glass of red wine that was about to run out.

The towering stone window frame made the tall and proud Arno more pious and humble, as if the one who kissed the cross piously on the booth was the real him.I thought it was just for show.

Fascinated by this scene, I also looked out the window.

Another British sunset.

Arno seemed to glance at me before leaving.Fortunately, in order to avoid working, I deliberately chose an inconspicuous remote corner.When I returned to the venue with a guilty conscience to continue my duties, I found out that Yano had not returned.I don't know what he was doing when he disappeared.More importantly, who is Jarno?
Is it the egomaniac who wants all the attention on himself?Or a rebellious dandy black second generation?Or someone who quietly watches a sunset in a deserted place?
I haven't been able to find out, just hope it's best not to run into this guy in Egypt.No matter who he is, the water cannot be cleared.

After I handed over to the person in charge, when I came out after changing my clothes, I saw Lao Zhang and his sister standing in the lobby, and Rhea was also there.

Originally, Lao Zhang and I were talking about pretending not to know each other at the auction, so as not to be seen by others, and even implicate his sister.But he went to ask me for a drink just now, and now he is standing at the door ostentatiously, I don't know what this show is for a while.

Seeing me coming out, Lao Zhang waved his hand.I understand this is waiting for me.So I hurried over, and first called Zhang Min sister hello, I didn't know what to call Ruiya, so I smiled at her and said hello.

Lao Zhang saw my concerns and introduced, "This is Sister Ruiya, my sister's good friend."

So I called out "Sister Rhea" again, and then said to Zhang Min: "I haven't found a chance to thank you, thank you very much, sister." I didn't say clearly what I was thanking.

Zhang Min nodded and said with a smile: "You, my sister and younger brother are all friends, so don't be too polite if you call me elder sister." I said yes repeatedly with a smile on my face.

At this time, Rhea, who had been silent for a long time, spoke.She glanced at Lao Zhang: "Zhang Yang, you can just call me Sister Ruiya, don't let others call me that." When she said this, even Zhang Min was taken aback.

I thought to myself that this sister is too impolite.Although it is true that I can't afford to talk about tens of millions of pounds, but this is a bit too much face in front of me.Besides, Lao Zhang's sister just told me to be polite, isn't she slapping her friend in the face?

I didn't feel uncomfortable being underestimated, and I didn't want sister Zhang Min to be embarrassed, so I rushed in front of Lao Zhang and said, "I'm sorry to offend you. It's the first time we meet. I really shouldn't call you blindly." Still a little angry, I shook my head slightly at him.

Zhang Min also smoothed things over: "Su Shang, you really are, Zhang Yang called me sister, and you called me sister. Zhang Yang's friends followed suit, so it doesn't matter."

"Minmin, you don't know about that. Others don't mind, but Zhang Yang, a friend, can't yell at me." Rhea turned her head to look at me, and curled her red lips, "You should call me Aunt Rhea. "

This Rhea really confuses me.

Is it because Chinese-Americans don't know much about the generational hierarchy in China?She is obviously about the same age as Zhang Min, so why did her generation diverge from her?I've only heard of people who are young, except for taking advantage of being a father, I've never seen anyone with a mediocre seniority.But Rhea said it seriously, as if she deliberately suppressed me.I was at a loss, and I called out "Aunt Rhea" under her gaze, and she nodded in satisfaction.

Then Zhang Min and Ruiya left Lao Zhang and Yidi's inexplicable and went to eat by themselves.So the two of us went to have dinner after meeting up with Ah Tian, ​​and by the way sorted out the information we got today.

A Tian said that the magnetic field detector kept ringing during the [Eye of Eternity] auction, which was much stronger than when I met Arno.It may be because when I met Arno before the opening, he didn't bring the [Eye of Eternity] with him, but I stood near the booth during the auction, which was equivalent to having a close contact with the magnetic field.

The Italian was literally "problem" all over his face.But besides Arno, Rhea doesn't look like a harmless citizen to me either.

So I asked Lao Zhang how much he knew about Rhea.

"I'm actually not very familiar with this friend of my eldest sister, but it seems that I have known such a person since I was a child." Lao Zhang thought for a while and added. "Sister Rhea seems to have immigrated to the United States in her parents' generation, and her family is also in business, which is related to medicine. She seems to be a biochemist herself, which is in the same line as her father."

If it is such an innocent background, how can it be related to the magnetic field?The three of us thought about it for a long time but couldn't figure it out, so we just sat down and ate.

When he got back to school, Ah Tian also checked out the information of the Turkish-British man who was photographed today in [The Eye of Eternity].His company is not registered in the United Kingdom but in the United States, and he lives in the United States for most of the year.

As for Rhea, the information Ah Tian found was basically consistent with what Lao Zhang said.

Ruiya's Chinese name is Luan Sushang. She was born in a rich Chinese businessman's family in San Francisco and has an older sister.Due to the early death of her sister, Rhea is the heir of the family property.However, the information shows that she is not interested in the family business, and only occasionally attends some business banquets.Basically, I belong to the type of waiting for dividends, but I like extreme sports and academic research very much.

Not much is known about Chris Yano, and the records are only available after his return from Afghanistan.However, he has been circled countless times on the instagrams of different Internet celebrities, and his traces are all over the world.It seems that the identity of a travel blogger is also working hard to implement it.

We also filled in the arranged relationship between the characters into the map made by Ah Tian.Then he stared wide-eyed, unable to grasp the clue for a moment.We all know it's time to call it a day when someone breaks down and yawns for the first time.

Lao Zhang said that he would ask his sister about Rhea's situation when he went back. Ah Tian said that she would go to check Yanuo's details again, and I was going to search all kinds of records again.

It was less than a week before we left for Egypt.

Then we split up to pack things and deal with school affairs.I thought that maybe the Griffith Institute of Egyptology in Oxford would have some records about Egypt, so I kept Lao Zhang and Ah Tian busy.

After everything is done, it is about to embark on a trip to Egypt.

　Arno: Fishing with ore, plan pass()

　　
　
(End of this chapter)