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“I don’t know. He never told me the details and I had no interest in asking. He only said that he did bring back some artifacts to Germany, but he did not know what had happened to them.” “Wasn’t there some connection between Germany and Japan through Haushofer?” Monica asked. “Well, well. I am impressed! Gigi said you were a quick learner but I am very pleasantly surprised,” Conrad said in open admiration. “You’re absolutely right. During his multiple visits to Japan, Haushofer made the acquaintance of many influential Japanese politicians and developed a strong rapport for the Japanese culture which helped in some way to create the German-Japanese alliance during the war. He was introduced to Oriental esoteric teachings while in Japan. He also became proficient enough to translate several Hindu and Buddhist texts, and became an authority in Oriental mysticism. It is said that he belonged to the esoteric circle of George Gurdjieff. Others claim that he was a secret member of the Thule Society and the Vril Society.” “Ah yes. The magical mystery power,” Monica said mockingly. Conrad ignored her sarcasm. “I’ve always wondered if Haushofer was instrumental in helping my father locate the Egyptian artifacts.” “Did Haushofer go to Egypt?” “Not that I know of. But neither did my father. He found the Egyptian artifacts in Japan.” “Really.” Maybe Haushofer is the connection Gigi’s been looking for. “My father always said it was Rudolf Hess who helped him in his work.”