Athens, we are here.

A private plane and an American Airlines chartered plane that Ye Tian and his friends arrived in Athens at midnight and successfully landed on the runway of Athens International Airport.

At this time, Athens was completely covered by night, and there were snowflakes floating in the sky, the temperature was very low, and it was a little cold.

Of course, compared to New York, which is still cold, it is much warmer.

Getting off the plane, watching the snowflakes flying in the sky, and feeling the temperature here, several guys who came to Athens for the first time and were wearing thin clothes couldn't help but tremble.

"Huh! Isn't Athens located at the southern end of the Balkans and bordering the Mediterranean Sea? It's not far from Africa. Why is the weather so cold here? It surprised me so much."

"Yes, it's still snowing in Athens. I thought it was very warm. I could enjoy the sun and beach by the beach every day and enjoy the blue water. It turns out that's not the case!"

Looking at these embarrassed guys, everyone else who were walking with them laughed gloatingly.

Then, some guys who had come to Athens or had some knowledge of Athens explained with a smile:

"Although Athens is located at the southern end of the Balkans and penetrates deep into the Mediterranean Sea, the climate is quite special. It is the junction between the Mediterranean climate zone and the alpine climate zone, and belongs to a typical Mediterranean climate.

Athens is also located in the rain shadow area. Compared with other cities with Mediterranean climate, it is very dry. Athens snows almost every winter, and the lowest temperature can even reach about minus ten degrees Celsius.

However, after leaving Athens and entering the Mediterranean, everyone can enjoy the warm sunshine of the Mediterranean. Although the temperature of the sea water is a little low compared to summer, you can still go into the sea to enjoy a swim."

While talking, everyone had already gotten off the two planes, stood on the runway where the plane was located, and started chatting and chatting.

At this moment, a convoy appeared from the airport terminal and the airport apron entrance, and rushed straight towards the two planes.

Behind and behind these two convoys, several Greek police cars and airport customs vehicles followed, the police lights flashed constantly, creating a somewhat tense atmosphere.

In addition to these two convoys, several shuttle buses drove towards this side.

The first to arrive was the security fleet led by Matisse.

The vehicles that formed this security fleet were the Mercedes-Benz bulletproof SUVs used by Ye Tian and others when they jointly explored the treasures of the Knights Templars before.

The security personnel who followed Matisse were both Ye Tian’s subordinates and the Thunder Company security personnel employed by him. Everyone was very familiar with each other and knew the truth!

During the driving process, the security fleet was divided into two parts, with some vehicles heading to the runway where the American Airlines chartered plane was located, while the other vehicles heading to the private jet runway.

After the convoy arrived, many fully armed security personnel immediately got out of the car and quickly dispersed around the Bombardier Global Express 8,000, and became alert.

And the two guys, Mattis and Jason, walked towards Ye Tian and the others.

"Good evening, Steven David, welcome to Athens"

As he said that, these two guys had come close to greet everyone.

Ye Tian and these two guys fists and asked casually about the situation here. Nothing happened and everything went very smoothly.

After a few chats, the convoy that rushed from the terminal had already arrived at the private plane's runway and stopped outside the cordon built by security personnel.

This convoy is very special. In addition to police cars and airport customs vehicles, the other cars have Greek and American flags on the fronts, which is very eye-catching!

Seeing these vehicles, Ye Tian, ​​David and others immediately looked at each other and smiled.

Needless to ask, the Greek government has learned the news and sent senior officials to survey the situation. The appearance of diplomats at the US Embassy in Greece was also expected by Ye Tian.

The car door opened, and a group of guys in coats and suits came out of the cars one after another. Then, under the protection of several Greek policemen, they walked through the cordon and walked straight towards Ye Tian and the others.

There are many old friends among them, such as Maria, one of the top ten museums in the world, the director of the Greek National Archaeology Museum, and Pandemaris, the director of the Acropolis Museum of Athens.

Before in New York and Paris, Ye Tian had dealt with these two, and more than once, he was quite familiar with them.

Seeing them, Ye Tian immediately nodded to David, Jason and others, and then went up to meet them together.

In a blink of an eye, the two sides had already met.

Pandmaris, director of the Acropolis Museum at the Athens, took the lead, stretched out his right hand to Ye Tian, ​​and said with a smile:

"Good evening, Steven, long time no see, welcome to Greece, welcome to Athens, I hope you can enjoy this ancient city"

Ye Tian shook hands with this old friend and said politely:

"Good evening, Mr. Pandmaris, I'm glad to see you, so late and so cold, I didn't expect you to come to the airport to greet us. It was a surprise to me.

I came to Athens a few years ago. I really like this ancient historical city and I lingered. This is my second time here. I will definitely have a different feeling and gain."

Hearing his words, all the Greeks on the scene couldn't help but stutter, feeling like something big was wrong.

You, the extremely greedy bastard, would you better get anything else. Don’t take away any antique artwork from Athens or Greece. The best result is to return empty-handed.

Next, Pandmaris introduced several other Greeks to Ye Tian.

Except for Mary, director of the Greek National Archaeological Museum, the rest are all senior officials of the Greek government, from the Greek Ministry of Culture and the Cultural Heritage Protection Association.

When introducing the Greek Minister of Culture, the senior Greek government official said with a serious expression:

"Mr. Steven, I don't know where the ancient Roman shipwreck treasure you explored this time is? Can you disclose it? If possible, our Greek government also wants to participate in this exploration.

There is one thing I must solemnly declare that if this ancient Roman shipwreck is hidden within the Greek territorial waters, your company's actions to explore the treasure must be approved by our government, otherwise it will be illegal!"

I know that you guys are coming for the treasure of the ancient Roman shipwreck, for the sculptures from the ancient Roman or Hellenistic period that may exist in the treasure, rather than welcome us!

However, this ancient Roman shipwreck treasure was finally fed by me from those mafia scumbags. No one can covet it!

A trace of disdain flashed deep in Ye Tian's eyes, but a bright smile was always on his face.

"I'm very sorry, Mr. Minister, this involves trade secrets. I can't disclose the specific location of this ancient Roman shipwreck treasure, but I'm very sure that this shipwreck treasure is hidden in the waters of the high seas.

I understand the mood of your Greek government to participate in this exploration, but I am sorry, our company does not intend to introduce any third parties to explore the treasures of ancient Roman shipwrecks."

As soon as he finished speaking, all the Greeks at the scene changed slightly and returned to normal in a blink of an eye, but everyone's eyes were a little unwilling.

Especially Maria, director of the Greek National Archaeology Museum, could not afford to miss such an opportunity to fall from the sky?

As soon as Ye Tian finished speaking, the old friend couldn't wait to say:

"Steven, you told the media reporters when you left New York that there are probably sculptures from ancient Roman or Hellenistic periods, as well as other antique artifacts in this treasure of ancient Roman shipwreck.

Research on sculptures in ancient Rome and Hellenic periods is our museum's strength. I hope you can let our museum participate in this exploration, which will benefit both of us.”

Ye Tian looked at the elegant old woman, then smiled and said:

"Maria, it is undeniable that the Greek National Archaeological Museum is very powerful, especially in the study of sculpture works in ancient Greece and Hellenistic periods, and is even more authoritative.

But I have to consider whether to let your museum participate in this exploration. I cannot answer you for the time being. Please be patient. I will give you an answer soon. It won’t take long to go!”

"Well, Steven, I hope we can work together to explore this ancient Roman shipwreck treasure located in the Mediterranean and uncover the secrets left by history."

Maria continued, feeling a little disappointed, but her eyes were still full of expectations.

Next, it's the guys from the US Embassy in Greece.

There are not many of these guys. Apart from the security staff, there are only four diplomatic staff, but the weight is not light. The leader is the US ambassador to Greece, the cultural counselor and others.

The two sides knew each other. After a few polite words, the US ambassador pulled Ye Tian aside and whispered to him:

"Steven, I just received a call from the White House. If you really find sculptures from ancient Rome or Hellenic this time, it would be better to transport them all back to the United States.

Our embassy will fully assist and provide strong support. The US military's several military bases on Greece and Sicily, Italy will also provide support and convenience!"

When he said this, the ambassador's expression was full of excitement, and the light of greed kept flashing in his eyes.

Ancient Greece and Rome are the origins of Western civilization. Sculptures from ancient Greece and Rome are highly valued in any Western country and have extraordinary significance. Naturally, the United States cannot be exceptional.

Ye Tian looked at the person in front of him, then smiled and whispered:

"Mr. Ambassador, on the way to Athens, I received a call from the President himself, and I was very concerned about the possible sculptures and antique artworks in this ancient Roman shipwreck treasure.

In addition, some friends from the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the National Gallery of the United States, as well as several other famous museums, also called to inquire about the treasure of this wreck.

However, the exploration has not yet officially started, and it is too early to say this. It is not too late to talk about it when we find and raise this treasure. Then maybe you will need help!"

The ambassador paused, then chuckled and nodded:

"You are right, Steven, I hope you can find this ancient Roman shipwreck treasure and give you a huge surprise."
Chapter completed!