This incident was merely a minor interlude, and everyone quickly forgot about it.
However, the person involved was still dwelling on it, worrying all the way.
Su Xiaotian and the others in the car ahead were unaware, or perhaps they knew but didn't take it too seriously.
After about half an hour, the cars finally arrived at the exhibition center.
Su Xiaotian and the others alighted from the cars one after another.
Vice-Director Wei, carrying a moderately sized box, was the last to get out of the car.
However, the moment Vice-Director Wei stepped off the car, something astonishing happened.
A motorcycle suddenly rushed out from the side, and with lightning speed, snatched the box from Vice-Director Wei’s hand and sped away.
"Catch him! Someone, quickly catch him!"
It was only after the motorcycle had gone a considerable distance that Vice-Director Wei seemed to react, shouting at the people present.
Clearly, no one around had grasped what had just transpired.
Su Xiaotian glanced at the seemingly flustered Vice-Director Wei, then joined in the shouting.
Minister Duan, with a dark expression, questioned the security guards who were rushing over.
For such a large-scale event, security was naturally in place. Yet, right under the noses of the tight security, someone had managed to commit a robbery.
"Mr. Security, is this your security work? We had barely gotten out of the car, and we encountered a robber. You didn't take any preventative measures? You must give us an explanation for this matter!"
Minister Duan's words were full of righteous indignation.
However, upon seeing that Minister Duan was Chinese, the security guard's face already showed a hint of disdain.
Indeed, even as a mere security guard, he looked down upon China as a backward country.
If it weren't for the fact that their negligence had caused this incident, he certainly wouldn't have said anything polite.
Regardless, they were at fault. For such a large exhibition, they couldn't afford to offer no apology.
The security guard began to apologize, but his expression carried a hint of contempt.
"Respected sir, we will certainly give you an explanation for this matter, but you also bear some responsibility for not safeguarding your belongings properly!"
Su Xiaotian was almost amused to the point of exasperation by the security guard's shameless assertion.
Could someone really utter such shameless words so openly?
What did he mean by "not safeguarding your belongings properly"?
In fact, the security personnel were also puzzled as to why the robber didn't target anyone else's belongings but directly went for the Chinese delegation.
The security guard felt that it must be because China was too backward, making everyone think China was easier to bully.
Even, the security guard keenly sensed that this scene today was orchestrated to make China look foolish and embarrassed.
He couldn't believe there wasn't something unspeakable involved.
But such words couldn't be spoken aloud.
"How can you speak like that? Is this the attitude of the organizers towards the loss of items belonging to participating units? I want to report you!" Minister Duan appropriately displayed a hint of anxiety.
At this moment, another person arrived, clearly holding a higher position than the previously haughty security guard.
"Respected sir, it is our work error that has led to this problem. We will certainly make amends as soon as possible and apologize for our inadequate work!"
This person's attitude was much better compared to the previous junior security guard.
Given the other party's willingness to resolve the issue, Minister Duan's expression finally improved slightly.
"This box contains very important items that we need for today. I hope you can retrieve our belongings as soon as possible."
Minister Duan said this with a firm tone and imposing presence, showing a toughness that was unlike China's usual gentle demeanor.
The security captain was slightly surprised to see Minister Duan like this.
However, being experienced, he knew how to adapt to the situation.
"Respected sir, we will immediately report this to the police and strive to recover your items. I deeply regret the inconvenience caused. I will escalate this matter and offer appropriate compensation to your delegation!"
While the other party's attitude was indeed good, the hint of insincerity was evident in their eyes.
Even when discussing compensation, there was a trace of arrogance in their demeanor.
This condescending attitude made Su Xiaotian feel indignant.
If it were delegations from other developed countries, they would certainly not be so perfunctory.
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Su Xiaotian understood very well that what they were experiencing today was determined by China's status, and it was not a problem that could be solved by mere arguments.
At this point, the robber on the motorcycle had completely disappeared.
The security guards on site hadn't even moved their feet, as if waiting for the robber to return and confess.
Even the security chief, who claimed to call the police, had not taken any concrete action yet.
She understood perfectly that the promise of calling the police to recover the lost items quickly was just a casual remark.
As for compensation, that was even less likely. They might even turn the tables and accuse China of losing their own items and demanding compensation.
At this moment, Su Xiaotian couldn't help but feel fortunate that the design blueprints and fabrics she needed for today were all carried with her personally, not packed in Vice-Director Wei's small suitcase.
If she hadn't planned from the beginning, she would have been utterly devastated today.
Su Xiaotian felt relieved, but her expression remained unchanged.
Meanwhile, Vice-Director Wei persisted in urging the security personnel to call the police for help, his anxious expression almost conveying his urgency and indignation to everyone.
Su Xiaotian secretly wondered if Vice-Director Wei had graduated from an acting school.
Perhaps the country owed him an Oscar.
The commotion here was significant, quickly attracting onlookers.
By now, several national delegations had arrived at the scene one after another.
When they learned that the Chinese delegation's suitcase had been robbed, their reactions varied.
Some immediately clutched their suitcases tightly, fearing they would suffer the same fate.
Others began to look around, as if trying to help find the robber.
Still others started making sarcastic remarks, even expressing great pleasure at the loss of China's suitcase.
They didn't even try to conceal their excitement!