While waiting, Aaron experienced what true VIP treatment felt like. Several staff members, acting like personal attendants, constantly served him tea, water, and snacks, ensuring he was completely satisfied. Aaron remained indifferent, knowing that currently, Locke Mining was his only reliable channel for shipments.
After about twenty minutes, Aaron's phone buzzed with a bank transfer notification. At the same time, the manager of Locke Mining walked into the VIP lounge with a broad smile.
"Aaron, the funds have been successfully transferred to your account by our branch in Eagle Country."
Aaron smiled and nodded, checking his mobile banking app to confirm the amount was correct. Satisfied, he stood up to leave, with the manager respectfully escorting him all the way downstairs. Watching Aaron drive off in his beat-up van, the manager couldn't help but remark, "Rich people are truly humble."
Aaron then drove straight to a car dealership in Daubang City, where both new and used cars were available. He intended to replace his van, which was so old that every part, except the horn, made noise. With a parking spot available at his rented apartment, he planned to park the new vehicle there.
Aaron arrived at a pickup truck dealership, ideal for his needs due to its versatility and ample loading capacity. He quickly purchased a brand-new Ford pickup for tens of thousands of dollars, and sold his van to the dealer for seven hundred dollars, which was deducted from the new car's price. The simple process involved just paying, getting a license plate, and registering the vehicle.
After transferring his belongings from the van to the pickup in front of the dealership, Aaron drove to the law firm he had visited earlier. The sealed rear compartment of his new pickup ensured the safety of his items. Locking the vehicle, he went inside.
When Aaron re-emerged, he was accompanied by someone. Together, they first vacuum-packed the bear claw and then headed to a crafts store. After negotiating with the owner and exchanging a few thousand rubles, they obtained a purchase receipt.