Chapter 3018： Noah's Ark

This hotel in Gondar is not bad, and hasn't deliberately spoiled it.

The hotel rooms are fairly clean, the bedding has been replaced with new ones, the inside and outside of the room have been cleaned up, all the equipment in the room can be used, the water and electricity are unblocked, and the bathing is no problem.

Seeing this situation, everyone took a sigh of relief and suddenly relaxed a lot.

Of course, the attitude of those Ethiopians in the hotel is still very bad.

Each of them looked at the tripartite joint exploration team with anger and even hatred in their eyes.

If it were not for pressure from the Ethiopian government, the treatment of the tripartite joint exploratory team would never be much better than that of the hotel yesterday.

But everyone knows that this cannot be forced.

If you want Ethiopians to really change their attitude towards everyone, there is only one way, which is to announce the termination of this tripartite joint exploration operation and withdraw from Ethiopia!

After entering the hotel room, Ye Tian quickly scanned the situation in the room, and then said in a deep voice:

"Matis, you take the guys to check this suite thoroughly, don't let a corner, and check the rooms where other company employees are staying, to avoid being monitored.

In addition, please check the water quality in each room and tell everyone that you should not use the water in the hotel or eat the food in the hotel as much as possible, so as to avoid any accidents! "

"No problem, Steven, leave these things to us, and I will remind everyone to be cautious"

Matisse nodded in response, and then got busy with a few security personnel.

as predicted!

In this so-called luxury suite, they quickly found two pinhole cameras and a bug.

These things are arranged in the living room and bedroom, which are very hidden.

There is no problem with the water quality, at least it looks okay and it is quite clear!

However, everyone does not dare to use it with confidence.

Just as Matisse and the others searched out those pinhole cameras and bugs, a burst of annoyed curses suddenly sounded in a house not far from the hotel.

"Damn it, these American **** are too cautious and cunning, and we wereted some monitoring and monitoring equipment!"

Needless to say, these guys are Ethiopian intelligence personnel.

After inspecting Ye Tian's luxurious suite, Matisse and the others left this suite and went to other rooms for inspection.

When they left, Ye Tian looked through the suite again to avoid missing anything.

It has been cleaned up very clean, and there are no missing monitoring and monitoring equipment.

In addition, Ye Tian quickly looked through all the corners and all the objects in the room, and he didn't let go of any one.

Especially those bedding, sofas and other places, he looked very carefully.

Although these things and places look clean, who knows whether there is any mystery?

Fortunately, he didn't find anything, such as hidden needles, suspicious stains and powder.

Even so, he removed all the bedding provided by the hotel and replaced it with his own set of bedding.

This is Africa, and it is Ethiopia, who is full of malice against the tripartite joint exploratory team. He has to be cautious.

While he was busy, two container trucks drove into the parking lot of this hotel.

What the two container trucks are pulling is a large amount of fresh water and food, which are exclusively used by the three-party joint exploration team.

The security personnel under Ye Tian's staff were preparing these materials.

Unlike before, the Ethiopian military and police who protected the tripartite joint exploration convoy did not block the two trucks this time, but let the materials into the hotel.

As soon as these supplies entered the hotel, they were taken over by the Israelis.

After a strict and necessary inspection, these materials will be distributed and distributed to the members of the tripartite joint exploration team.

...

Soon, the time came to the afternoon.

After resting for a few hours in the hotel, after taking a break from last night, Ye Tian took a part of the joint exploration team and left the hotel to start the exploration operation in Gondar.

The remaining members of the joint exploration team stayed in the hotel and continued to recharge.

After leaving the hotel, the convoy headed straight for the Fasilidas castle complex in the city.

In the city of Gondar, there are many ancient palace buildings and churches.

The most famous of these is the Fasilidas Fortress Castle.

This is the largest and most beautiful castle in Ethiopia. The castle is surrounded by a 900-meter-long wall. It was once the residence of several generations of emperors.

As the name suggests, this castle was built by the Fasilidas emperor of the Abyssinian dynasty and has a history of more than 300 years.

From the top of this fortress castle, one can observe the magnificent scenery of the ancient city of Gondar, the blue Lake Nata and the famous monastery on the island.

As the joint exploration team reappeared, it immediately caused a lot of commotion in the streets of Gondar.

Everyone knows that the tripartite joint exploratory team is about to start an exploratory action!

At the same time, people are also very curious, what exactly is Ye Tian's exploration goal?

When the joint exploration convoy drove past these streets, there was a lot of discussion.

"Where are these **** Yankees and Israelis going? Is the legendary Solomon treasure really hidden in Gondar, why hasn't it been discovered for more than two thousand years?"

"Looking at the direction they are moving, it seems to be going to the Fasilidas castle complex. If Solomon's treasure is really hidden in Gondar, the Fasilidas castle complex is indeed the most likely!"

While these Ethiopians were talking a lot, they all followed the joint exploration convoy and walked quickly to the Fasilidas castle group!

Like people in other places, although these Ethiopians hate the tripartite joint exploratory team, they want to get rid of them immediately.

But they are also very curious and want to see what exactly can the tripartite joint exploration team find in Gondar?

Is the legendary treasure of Solomon hidden in Gondar?

As the news spread quickly, more and more Ethiopians were following the joint exploration convoy, and more people rushed in from all directions.

Especially many young people have been running fast behind the team without getting tired at all.

Fortunately, they had no weapons, no bricks or stones, and they did not attack the joint exploration convoy.

Seeing the situation on the street outside, Ye Tian and the others were stunned, and somewhat surprised.

"Steven, if we really found the legendary Solomon's treasure in Gondar, it would be difficult for us to retreat with the treasure. The Ethiopians are acting crazy!"

David said with emotion, his eyes full of worry.

Ye Tian looked at the situation outside, then nodded and said:

"It is true. I hadn't expected the performance of the Ethiopians before. Gondar is already like this. I can imagine what we will encounter in Aksum.

If we find Solomon’s treasure in Gondar, there may be a chance to take away the gold and silver treasures, antique cultural relics and works of art in the treasure. It is almost impossible to take away religious relics.

If Solomon’s treasure is found in Axum, it is almost certain that we will be surrounded by the surging Ethiopians, and don’t even want to take away a gold coin.

As for the ark of the covenant that might be hidden in Solomon’s treasure, I really can’t think of how did the Israelites get away that religious holy thing? Could it be that they want to do Solomon's operation again?

But this is Gondar, not Addis Ababa. There is no large airport for civil airliners or transport planes to take off and land. The times are different. It is difficult for them to hide from Ethiopians!

In view of this situation, it seems that we have to prepare early to avoid being completely besieged by crazy Ethiopians. The safety of everyone is the most important, and the treasure is second! "

Upon hearing this, David nodded immediately.

"According to the current performance of the Ethiopians, if we really find Solomon's treasure and discover the ark of the covenant, it will prove that the ark of the church of St. Mary in Aksum is a fake!

What will happen next, I can't even imagine! It is almost certain that the beliefs of many Ethiopians will collapse in an instant, and collective brutality is almost a certainty!

Once that happens, even if the Ethiopian government comes forward and deploys a large number of military and police to protect us, it will probably be of no avail. We will be besieged by all Ethiopians! "

"Yes, this situation is indeed possible!"

Ye Tian nodded and said, his expression became more solemn.

While talking, the joint exploration convoy had arrived in front of the Fasilidas Castle Group and drove into the parking lot next to it.

The Fasilidas Castle Group is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Gondar, and one of the most important historical and cultural heritages in Ethiopia, as well as a world cultural heritage.

Due to the arrival of the tripartite joint exploration team, this tourist attraction is closed to the public this afternoon and no longer accepts tourists from all over the world!

After the convoy drove into the castle parking lot, Ye Tian and the others did not get out of the car immediately, but sat in the car.

Seaman led the Mossad agent and the 13th Commando to get out of the car and quickly dispersed, staring vigilantly at the surrounding Ethiopians and nearby buildings.

The Ethiopian military and police who protected the tripartite joint exploratory team were scattered around the periphery, stopping many Ethiopians and others who followed, and pulling up a cordon.

Immediately afterwards, Matisse got out of the car with many security personnel, and stood beside Ye Tian's car and became alert.

On several hills in the distance, several sniper teams were already in place.

They are either hidden in the ruins of the building, in the depths of the dense forest, or hidden in the dwellings on the mountain, condescending and monitoring the situation in the Fasilidas Castle.

And they are lying in ambush in different directions, controlling all the commanding heights, and there is no blind spot in the line of sight!

From their location, any attack against the three-party joint exploration team can be suppressed and strangled to death in the bud in an instant!

Not only them, but Ye Tian, ​​who was sitting in the car, quickly scanned the surroundings.

Especially the old castles surrounded by the city walls, the lush fig trees around, and some other buildings on the opposite side of the old castle, as well as the traffic on the street.

He looked through all these places and vehicles to avoid any accidents!

After confirming the safety of the scene, he then opened the door and got out of the car. Together with David and the others, he landed and stood beside the car.

The other members of the tripartite joint exploratory team who came with him also got out of the car one after another, preparing for exploratory action.

As soon as he got off the bus, Ye Tian raised his head and looked at this magnificent castle built in the 17th century not far away.

Compared to many castles that have been seen and explored in Europe before, the Fasilidas Fortress is not the most magnificent, not very large, nor can it be said to be so spectacular.

However, this fortress has its own characteristics, which is completely different from those in Europe.

This is an ancient castle that combines various architectural and artistic styles such as India, Arabia, and Baroque. It can be regarded as the only one in the world, and it is well preserved. This is its value!

In the hearts of Ethiopians, this majestic castle, the towering church inside the city walls, every brick and tile from here symbolize the glorious history of Ethiopia.

Although many of the buildings in the ancient castle complex are only a piece of ruined wall, just from their appearance, you can feel the prosperity and glory of the former Kingdom of Abyssinia!

When Ye Tian admired the Fasilidas castle complex, Joshua brought several Israeli historians and archaeologists over.

In today's joint exploration operation, the Bishop of Kent did not follow, but stayed in the hotel to rest.

Representing the Vatican are a deputy curator of the Vatican Museums and several archaeologists.

When he came closer, Joshua whispered to Ye Tian:

"Steven, since a group of ancestors of the Israelites escaped from Jerusalem with Menelik I and came to Ethiopia, they have been living near Gondar and around Aksum.

The Beta Israelis that we are talking about were formed here. It was not until the 1980s and 1990s that we withdrew the Beta Israelis to Israel in batches due to the turbulent situation in Ethiopia.”

Ye Tian nodded, and then said:

"I also know a little bit about these things. The first time I contacted you, after knowing that you were looking for Solomon's treasure and the ark, I learned about the relevant history, including the Beta Israelis.

What happened to the Beta Israelis deserves sympathy! I have to admit that Operation Solomon and Operation Moses organized and implemented by the Israeli military have been accomplished very well, as classic as a textbook.

But your secretly sneaking into Ethiopia to rescue the Beta Israelis also offended Ethiopia. Our experience in Ethiopia this time is somewhat related to this! "

"It is true, but according to the situation at the time, we have no other choice. We cannot let the Beta Israelis be slaughtered!"

Joshua nodded and explained a few words.

Soon after, he returned to the subject.

"Although we rescued a large number of Beta Israelis, there are still some Beta Israelis living here! In the 17th century, Beta Israelis living in Gondar participated in the construction of this fortress castle.

We came to the Fasilidas Fortress this time, mainly for a church on the edge of the castle complex. That old church was built in the 17th century and is said to be independently built by a group of Beta Israelis.

More importantly, the church was built into the shape of Noah's Ark in the Bible. Among the Beta Israelis, there has always been a legend about this church, saying that this Noah's Ark church has a deep meaning! "

"That's it, after what you said, I am more interested in this Noah's Ark Church. I hope we can gain something in this church and see what secrets are hidden in this ancient church!"

Ye Tian nodded and said, his eyes lit up.

While talking, Mustafa walked over with a few Ethiopians.

Seeing them coming, Ye Tian and Joshua immediately stopped talking to avoid leaking secrets.

Coming to the front, Mustafa smiled and said:

"Mr. Steven, Mr. Joshua, we can go in. The Fasilidas Castle Group will not accept any visitors this afternoon. Except for some restricted areas, other places are open to you!"

Ye Tian looked at the senior Ethiopian official, smiled and nodded and said:

"Okay, Mr. Mustafa, let's go in together. For this magnificent Fasilidas fortress and for this ancient castle group, I have been admired for a long time. I wanted to visit for a long time, and I finally got paid today. What you want!"

With that said, he walked towards the gate of the castle group with Mustafa and Joshua and others.

On the way, Mustafa asked curiously:

"Mr. Steven, there are six relatively well-preserved castles in the Fasilidas Fortress Group, among which Fasilidas Castle is the most magnificent and spectacular.

In addition to these six ancient castles, there are some annexed buildings and broken walls of historical buildings. I don't know which ancient castle or place you want to explore. Can you tell me? "

Ye Tian shook his head.

"It's too early to say this. What I want to do most at the moment is to take a good look at this famous castle complex, open my eyes, and then talk about exploring the treasure.

In the process of visiting we may discover something or maybe, hope it will be a surprising discovery. I am full of expectations for the next visit."

Hearing this, Mustafa could only roll his eyes helplessly and slander himself a few words, but he was helpless.

While they were talking, their group had arrived at the entrance of the castle group.

The manager of the scenic spot had been waiting here for a long time, and when he saw them and a group of people, he immediately greeted them.

After a polite greeting, the scenic area manager took Ye Tian and the others into the castle group and began to visit.

In the parking lot outside, many members of the tripartite joint exploratory team have begun to unload various exploratory equipment from the vehicle, preparing to start exploratory operations.

The Ethiopians gathered behind the cordon, a small number of media reporters, and the guys who followed the joint exploratory team all the way, are looking curiously here.

Without exception, each of them wants to know what secrets are hidden in the Fasilidas Castle Group!