Mercenary’s War
Chapter 1165 - 1165 1148 Bees of 1804

1165: Chapter 1148: Bees of 1804 1165: Chapter 1148: Bees of 1804 Gao Yang, when he received the lined guns, also received a gun case.

Like the shotgun, the gun case also has a historical value.

Made of tanned calfskin, it is very soft and different from the modern hard-shell gun cases.

Gao Yang likes antique guns, so he knows that if a gun has any replaced parts, its value is significantly affected, and if the gun itself is very well preserved and maintains its original state, that’s already admirable.

If the accessories beyond the gun itself are also fully preserved, it enhances the value even more.

The gun case is one of the gun’s accessories, and only very precious guns come with their specially tailored cases.

It is well maintained, though its age and traces of the years are visible, it is very intact, and almost without any damage, which is quite rare for leather goods.

But Gao Yang could never be like Morgan, who, knowing that there was a fine gun inside the case, could restrain his curiosity and inspect the case without checking the gun inside; that was something beyond his temperament.

“Wow, I know this gun case has history, but Morgan, you’re so patient.”

Morgan gently caressed the gun case, saying affectionately, “When you get to my age, you’ll understand.

These treasures are not easily found, and the biggest surprise comes when you see your beloved treasure in its entirety for the first time.

The first time is always the best.”

After speaking, Morgan sighed deeply, “I want to prolong this joy as long as possible, besides, this gun case itself is an extremely rare artistic gem, even rarer than the shotgun, because leather items are always very prone to damage, especially compared to guns, the gun case has a shorter lifespan, so no rush, I need to enjoy it slowly.”

After finishing, Morgan looked up and shouted to the people entering the cabin, “Hey, guys, find your own seats, I don’t have time to attend to you now, get whatever you want to drink, there are drinks in the fridge, and I’ve even prepared champagne for you in the liquor cabinet.”

After finishing, Morgan immediately dipped his head back down and continued to scrutinize his gun case, murmuring appreciatively.

Generally, private planes only have a few luxurious and comfortable large chairs, and the remained space is not used to install more seats but to provide a comfortable space.

Morgan’s private plane is large enough, but the interior is not too luxurious, nor does it have flight attendants, as he often needs to transport many people with his private plane.

Therefore, besides a small private cabin with only two seats, the rest is an open space, including a bar, fridge, and restroom, all easily accessible if someone wants a drink.

At that moment, Cui Bo loudly said, “Don’t mind us, Mr.

Reeves, aren’t you going to share your joy with us?”

Morgan immediately raised his hand, smiling: “That’s a great idea, fellas, let me tell you, I’m not very familiar with old gun cases because I rarely see well-preserved ones, but this gun case, I can easily determine its manufacturing date—it was made in 1804.”

Cui Bo stared, “That’s so precise, how can you tell?”

Morgan enthusiastically replied, “From the leather material, color, craftsmanship, and the simplest part—there’s a date written right here, ha ha.”

The group couldn’t help but laugh, while Gao Yang urgently said, “It has a manufacturing date written?

How come I didn’t see it, where is it?”

Morgan sighed, “Gao, you must have focused on pulling out the gun to look at it, how could you care to look at the gun case?

It’s right here, embroidered with golden thread, just that the gold thread has lost its luster due to repeated oiling of the gun case over time, not very obvious, but still easy to see.”

Gao Yang leaned in for a closer look, then laughed, “It really is there!

Oh, what’s that in the back?

An emblem?

Hmm, is this a bee?”

Morgan breathed out, “Yes, a bee.”

Having said that, Morgan looked around and laughed, “Do you know what this means?

Who knows what this signifies?”

The group scratched their heads, only Eileen, after pondering for a while, suddenly exclaimed, “1804, that was the year Napoleon became emperor!

God, the bee, the bee was the royal emblem after Napoleon proclaimed himself emperor.

I remember, Napoleon wore a cloak adorned with bees during his coronation ceremony!”

Gao Yang, pointing at Jansen and Rafael, loudly said, “You guys didn’t study history well, not knowing this.”

Jansen shrugged, “I’m Scottish, I have no interest in Napoleon’s history.”

However, Andy He seemed intrigued and said to Morgan, “Mr.

Reeves, please, continue.”

Morgan nodded and said in a solemn tone, “You know, seeing this mark and the year, we can already confirm, if this gun case and the gun inside it are original mates, it indicates that this is Emperor Napoleon’s gun, specially made for his coronation year.

Perhaps it was ordered by Napoleon himself, or it was a gift to him, but with this emblem of Napoleon, we can be sure this gun belonged to him.”

After speaking, Morgan removed his glasses, took a deep breath, and then exclaimed loudly, “Guys, you know, when I saw the date mark and this emblem, I almost died of fright, God, it’s Emperor Napoleon’s gun, it’s like the Holy Grail of antique guns.”

After he finished, including Morgan, everyone turned their gaze towards Gao Yang.

Gao Yang looked at everyone and said, “Why are you looking at me?

I’ve given it away and have no regrets.”

Eileen made a gesture of clutching her heart, and laughed, “Boss, don’t you feel a pinch in your heart?”

Gao Yang shrugged and replied, “In my hands, it was just going to hang on the wall and gather dust, so there’s nothing to feel sorry about.”

After speaking, Gao Yang hesitated for a moment but still gestured with his hands, saying, “A little bit, just a little bit of heartache, that’s all.”

Morgan breathed a sigh of relief and asked, “So you mean, you still plan to continue giving me the gun?”

Gao Yang laughed, “Of course, how could I possibly go back on my word, Morgan, keep going, we are waiting, you better have a look at the gun now.”

Morgan nodded, took a deep breath, and said heavily, “It’s time to look at the gun, I hope the gun is as well preserved as this gun case, and I hope my heart can take it.”

Gao Yang laughed, “I won’t say anything, just see for yourself.”

Morgan earnestly unbuckled two straps, carefully lowered one side of the leather that enveloped the shotgun, took a deep breath, reached in, grabbed the shotgun, and carefully pulled it out, revealing the stock.

After revealing the stock, Morgan suddenly stopped, then looked at Gao Yang with a wry smile, “Maybe you should do it?

I am actually quite scared now, not because I fear the condition of the gun is poor, but because I fear it’s too perfect.”

Gao Yang laughed, “Don’t joke around, who else should unwrap a gift if not yourself?

Hurry, take it out.”

Morgan exhaled and continued to pull the gun out.

Morgan’s actions were slow, first revealing the stock; the shotgun itself didn’t look luxurious or ostentatiously carved with patterns, although there were some designs, but not many.

The designs were beautiful, serving to accent the piece’s overall appearance but not giving an overly ornate or vulgar feel.

Everyone held their breath, gathered around Morgan, watching as he took out a shotgun.

After holding the shotgun in his hand and examining it carefully, Morgan said with a trembling voice, “Today is indeed a historic day, guys, we are witnessing a miracle, look at this name, Denechal R.Deller, the imperial gunsmith who made smoothbore guns for Napoleon, a renowned gunsmith with only smoothbore pistols existing, and this is the only shotgun in the world, we really witnessed history.”

Cui Bo blurted out, “It’s alright, you are seeing it for the first time.

I’ve played with it several times.”

Satan’s group had already seen the gun so often given to Gao Yang by Bashar Assad that it was no longer a novelty for them; the gun was in Gao Yang’s office, anyone who wanted to see it could just pick it up, so it wasn’t that they would look at it more just because Morgan was making such a fuss.

Frey waved his hand, asking, “Mr.

Reeves, how much is this gun worth?”

Gao Yang almost simultaneously said with Frey, “Morgan, this gun is even more precious than that one.”

Morgan exhaled and said, “This gun can’t be measured in money, if auctioned, at least two million dollars, I guess.

I don’t know because this gun simply cannot have a definite estimate.

A friend of mine saw it and he would buy it for 10,000,000, but even if someone offered a hundred million, I wouldn’t sell.

As for which is more precious…”

Morgan tilted his head, thinking for a moment before saying solemnly, “Personally, of course, that gun is more precious to me.

But as for the collector’s market, it’s hard to say.

Both have great historical significance and a clear legacy, and are guns of very famous people.

These are both among the best of antique guns.

Those who worship Napoleon would think this one more valuable, and those who like Princess Sissi would of course think that gun has more value.

However, I think for most people, this one is more valuable since its history is more extensive, and Napoleon is obviously more famous than Princess Sissi.”

After finishing, Morgan, stroking the shotgun, appeared troubled and looked at Gao Yang, saying, “Gao, you’ve given me a big dilemma.

Although I knew this gun was extraordinary, I didn’t realize it was this incredible.

You’ve really posed a tough challenge for me.”

(To be continued.

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